http://www.articledashboard.com/Category/Running/240 Running articles from Article Dashboard Rss Follow Up Sat, 11 Jul 2009 09:35:37 -0500 For those looking for a solid, comprehensive exercise program, it is certainly recommended to start running. There are few exercises that can burn fat, develop lean muscle mass, and enhance cardio more effective than running. But, nothing is perfect and it is important to point out that running can yield a number of injuries. Among the most common of these injuries is the development of shin splints... http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-To-Treat-And-Prevent-Shin-Splints/950768 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-To-Treat-And-Prevent-Shin-Splints/950768 A short article that might tease the people who are lazy sofa sitter, or want to lose weight to start exercising efficient for something specific instead of wasting all their time at the gym http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/5k-training-for-amateurs/933522 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/5k-training-for-amateurs/933522 Since 2000 Rome has hosted Race for the Cure, a short, 5 km marathon which is mainly meant to raise funds for the prevention and the cure of breast cancer. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Rome--Race-for-the-Cure---17th-of-May-2009/932387 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Rome--Race-for-the-Cure---17th-of-May-2009/932387 Running is perhaps the single most popular and effective way for improving your fitness level. Maintaining a high level of hydration and a good balance in your posture are two very important factors during such exercise. With a water bottle belt you can achieve both effortlessly. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Water-Bottle-Belt-For-Serious-Runners/903283 Fri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Water-Bottle-Belt-For-Serious-Runners/903283 Wanting to cover the incredible 26.2 miles? Then you need some marathon running tips. Running a marathon is quite a feat, but the main work is in the training and preparation. Make sure you prepare yourself optimally for the main event by following these running tips... http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Important-Marathon-Running-Tips/902810 Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Important-Marathon-Running-Tips/902810 Discover why using running to lose weight is much more effective than walking. Use running to lose weight and fast-track your way to weight loss success. Also learn exactly how to estimate your number of calories burned for both running and walking. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Why-Running-Burns-More-Calories-Than-Walking/896257 Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Why-Running-Burns-More-Calories-Than-Walking/896257 Discover exactly how to estimate your number of calories burned running. Don't be left frustrated by believing you burn more calories than you actually do yet wondering why you're not losing weight. Also, find out why the calories burned during a run is only part of the weight loss picture. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Calculate-The-Number-of-Calories-Burned-Running-and-What-This-Really-Means/896251 Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Calculate-The-Number-of-Calories-Burned-Running-and-What-This-Really-Means/896251 Nike was formed in 1972, and over the course of the last four decades has evolved into the worlds leading supplier of running shoes and sporting apparel. The brand is recognizable across the globe for its trademark swoosh logo. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/New-Nike-Running-Shoes/870369 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/New-Nike-Running-Shoes/870369 For many runners there is still so much to improve. They do not realize that a different approach to their distance training could have incredible impact on their performance. Many runners would become faster, if they'd just run a little slower... http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Running-Slow-to-Become-Fast/836877 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Running-Slow-to-Become-Fast/836877 I have just been suffering from shin splints and thought it would be a good idea to share my knowledge and experience of how to prevent it happening and how to cure it if you do suffer. The first time I experienced this injury for myself must have been about 1976. I was only a teenager at the time and I had heard some of the older runners at my club talking about your shin bone actually splintering and the pain being the splinters of bone sticking into your muscles! I know it feels like that, http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Prevent-and-Cure-Shin-Splints/786335 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Prevent-and-Cure-Shin-Splints/786335 A question I regularly get from readers of my website is the following: "I have been running the same course faster and faster every time. Lately I can't improve anymore. What should I do to improve my running?" Read this article to find out which three running tips have helped many of my readers improve their running. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Three-Simple-Tips-to-Improve-Your-Running/783821 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Three-Simple-Tips-to-Improve-Your-Running/783821 This article will get you started on your first run from foot basics to getting the right pair of running shoes. Of course, if you want to stay injury-free when running, I suggest that you read this article. It has very useful information. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Need-Running-Shoes--Well--here-s-advice-/779657 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Need-Running-Shoes--Well--here-s-advice-/779657 If you are a recreational runner the following three tips should help you to improve your running and prevent injury. Beginners in particular will benefit from this advice. Learn to run properly. You might think that anyone can run because it is something that comes naturally but I rarely see recreational runners running properly. First of all, you should not be landing on your heels. You should land on the ball of your foot and take the landing impact in your calf muscle through your http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Run-Faster--Three-Tips-to-Improve-Your-Running/752724 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/How-to-Run-Faster--Three-Tips-to-Improve-Your-Running/752724 Part 2 of Ultimate Pre-game Preparation discusses some key ways in which the athletes should prepare themselves to play at an optimal intensity level. To accomplish this, one of the first things we must develop is an understanding of why intensity, focus and motivation sometimes take a nose dive in certain games. The myriad of reasons why we play sports and relish competition lies deep within an emotional well commonly called commitment, drive, and motivation. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Ultimate-Pre-game-Preparation---Part-2---Composure--Focus-and-Intensity/722254 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Ultimate-Pre-game-Preparation---Part-2---Composure--Focus-and-Intensity/722254 Discusses how proper training techniques can help to prevent your shin splints. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Proper-Training-Can--Prevent-Shin-Splints/712601 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Proper-Training-Can--Prevent-Shin-Splints/712601 Sports watches today are more than just a stopwatch on your wrist. Most models offer a myriad of tracking, recording and analysis features that can take your training to the next level! We take a look at five features that can be applied directly to your training program right away. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Features-in-a-Runner-s-Watch-that-you-can-Apply-to-your-Training-Today/652058 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Features-in-a-Runner-s-Watch-that-you-can-Apply-to-your-Training-Today/652058 What do you do in winter as a runner ? Sit on the couch and let those extra Christmas pounds settle ? Maybe not... http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Help--it-s-winter---What-do-I-do-now--/649208 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Help--it-s-winter---What-do-I-do-now--/649208 When you are seriously working towards a key race, you are using a focused running program. You do your long runs, easy runs, tempo runs and intervals. Great ! But something is missing in this picture : Goal Pace Running ! http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/The-Importance-of-Running-Training-at-Goal-Pace/649207 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/The-Importance-of-Running-Training-at-Goal-Pace/649207 You as a runner know, or should know, the importance of stretching. You do a warming-up before, and, especially, a cooling-down after your workout. You do a few stretches and then think you are done. But have you forgotten to do the two most important stretches for runners? http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Important-Stretching-Exercises-for-Runners/649201 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Important-Stretching-Exercises-for-Runners/649201 When you decide to start running you have got a lot of questions on your mind. How do I start running? What should I wear? Is it okay if I walk occassionnally? In this article I will provide you with an overview of a few important beginner running tips. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Important-Beginner-Running-Tips/647326 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Five-Important-Beginner-Running-Tips/647326 Athletic shoes are referred with many names, but it is more commonly referred to as sneakers or running shoes. If you never heard about running shoes, well I think you deserve a hefty smack in the middle of your forehead. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Running-Shoes--Important-Facts-That-You-Should-Know/636253 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Running-Shoes--Important-Facts-That-You-Should-Know/636253 10K Running is becoming very popular. Learn about some good steps to running a 10K. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Learning-about-Steps-for-Running-a-10K/629280 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Learning-about-Steps-for-Running-a-10K/629280 10K Running is becoming very popular. Learn about tips on running a 10K. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Learning-about-Tips-to-Run-your-best-10K/629277 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Learning-about-Tips-to-Run-your-best-10K/629277 Training for running should be undertaken a considerable time before the competitive trial is to take place. The points to attend to at the outset of training are the management of the breathing, the holding the upper extremities, and the method of moving the lower extremities and the fit of the shoes. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Training-for-Running/622937 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Training-for-Running/622937 Most people who run regularly want to improve their finish times at racing events. When people first start out as runners they usually dont concern themselves with how fast they can run, but rather how far. However, after a while runners usually want to increase their run time as well. To improve both your distance and time its best to follow a training program and that is why keeping a running log can help you to achieve your goals. http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Reach-Your-Goals-With-A-Running-Log/578693 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Reach-Your-Goals-With-A-Running-Log/578693