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If you think 1.5 miles is long distance, this article is for you. Or if you need to get better at the 1.5 mile – 2-mile timed...
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How a Cross-Country Runner Prepares for Military
What are the strengths and weaknesses that a cross-country runner needs to focus on to join the military?
Extreme Body-Core Temperatures
On the National Geographic Channel Fight Science - Special Ops Episode, you will see the effects of body core temperature in...
Nausea During Workout
Often, I receive an email concerning that nauseated feeling you can get when exercising. There are a few issues that can caus...
The Perfect Workout
Many people like to do calisthenics based workouts using pyramids and super set routines. In fact, with the right mix of exer...
Preparing for a Marathon Run
I've found that cross training seriously reduces my running injuries plus helps me lose weight and stay interested! If there'...
Stew Smith Article Guide
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Getting Fit on a Budget
You can get fit and lose weight with little or no money at all -- it just takes an investment of time.
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The Gerkin Protocol term is often used in running studies, treadmills documentation, and other running related articles. As a...
Spice-up Running on the 'Dreadmill'
Yes, I know all about the dreadmill and do not like it compared to running on the ground as I have always felt that the machi...
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