Category Archives: Running Tips

4 Creative Ways to Reach Your New Year’s Resolution

Monday, October 31st, 2011 at 2:34 pm

Clichés get a bad reputation.

No one likes hearing them, and they are usually cringe-inducing. But I’m here to tell you to embrace them. Well, actually, I’m just here to tell you to embrace one of them.
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Eat Local…Run Faster!

Tuesday, October 11th, 2011 at 2:33 pm

The local food, or locavore, movement has become a hot topic. The premise–eat a farm-fresh diet grown close to home–is simple, and it appeals to runners who want to maintain a healthy, well-rounded diet full of fresh fruits and veggies.

Beyond the taste, local eating advocates say one of the best reasons to eat locally is to reduce “food miles,” therefore reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Studies back their green rationale: According to Iowa State University’s Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, most conventional produce travels approximately 1,500 miles before it ends up on our cutting boards–nearly 25 percent farther than it did a few decades ago.

As researchers take a closer look at the environmental impact of eating locally, however, more nuanced positions emerge. Some challenge the premise that more food miles automatically means greater fossil fuel consumption, arguing that other production factors–water use, harvesting techniques, means of transportation and the kinds of fuel used in transport–must be taken into account.

Admittedly, eating locally is a complex issue and, ultimately, a personal choice. But there is one point not up for debate: Fresh tastes best. Because community farmers don’t have to worry about long-haul transport and want your repeat business, they’ll often wait until produce is lip-smackin’ ripe before they harvest it.

For a woman on the move who strives as hard for a healthy diet as a PR, there are plenty of reasons and ways to seek out local food.
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Carrie Tollefson, 31, a 2004 Olympic runner and spokeswoman for Minnesota Grown, an organization that promotes homegrown agriculture, advocates eating locally to boost health: “I’m aware of the source of the food I’m fueling my body with,” Tollefson says.

Considering the frequency of events like the 2008 salmonella scare and Chinese melamine scandals, knowing where your food comes from may be one of the best reasons to seek out local fare.

“Eating local also means you can meet the people who grow your food, so you can ask them about farming methods,” explains J.B. MacKinnon, co-author of Plenty: One Man, One Woman, and a Raucous Year of Eating Locally. “To me, it is especially important to know how the animals live that provide me with my eggs, dairy or meat,” he adds.

In turn, picking up dinner straight from a farmer gives you the opportunity to learn about how different foods are produced and gain an appreciation for the care farmers put into them. “Taking your children to the market and letting them interact with the farmers or growing a home garden with them is a great way to teach them about proper nutrition,” says Tara Gidus, R.D., a marathon veteran and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association.
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While studies comparing the health benefits of a diet focused on locally grown foods versus well-traveled fare are lacking, there are convincing arguments for why eating locally improves nutrition.

See the full article on active.com: http://www.active.com/women/Articles/Eat_Local__Eat_Well.htm

Top 10 Trail Running Tips by Monika

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 at 10:41 am

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Let’s go for a Chi-Run today

Friday, January 21st, 2011 at 3:43 pm

Let’s go for a Chi-Run today.

Chronic knee pain is frequently the cause of runners deciding to quit doing what they do. A pain-free alternative to running, and a way to continue to exercise without enduring discomfort, is Chi-Running.
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Are you under eating?

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 at 11:11 am

Believe it or not, the most common problem I see in my office is under-eating. Don’t get me wrong, there is a whole lot of over-eating going in our country!
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Make Your Resolution a Reality

Thursday, December 30th, 2010 at 10:54 am

This time of year the word Resolution is so overused that it begins to lose its meaning. Many think of it as a lofty idea that will be pursued for a few weeks and then discarded when things get back to normal. However, a resolution is really a promise – a promise to yourself and a promise to your loved ones to make a positive change. However, this promise does not come without challenges. Below are a few tips to help you prepare for those challenges and keep your promise once and for all.
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The Importance of a Warm Up and Cool Down

Monday, December 27th, 2010 at 11:10 am

When starting any workout, the first step is always to warm up. This helps your heart rate rise, as well as your body temperature, while simultaneously preparing the muscles to endure the exercise. Warming up is vital to a successful workout.

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Insight from Ironman World Champion, Chrissie Wellington

Thursday, December 9th, 2010 at 9:19 pm

As seen on Active.com, Chrissie Wellington is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to achieving peak performance on race days. She has won the Ironman World Championship race in Kona for the past three consecutive years.

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What to Eat Before You Workout

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 at 10:38 am

If you Google “pre-workout meal,” you are bound to get a slew of answers that are varied and, in some cases, conflicting. The reason for this is your pre-workout meal is the most individualized meal of the day. Some people can eat a steak and run a marathon, while others can’t even think about food for hours before they workout. So the most honest answer to the pre-workout meal question is: “Whatever works best for you!”  However, if I answered all my clients’ questions like that I would be out of a job! So here are some guidelines to get you going in the right direction. (click view details to read more)
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Sign up for the San Diego Resolution Run 5K or 15K…prevent holiday weight gain!

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010 at 4:22 pm

What is a better perk to signing up for Sandy Feet Events’ San Diego Resolution Run 5K & 15K than to prevent holiday weight from creeping on? There isn’t one!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and then Christmas festivities will soon fill your calendar. We all know that these holidays mean one thing: food– lots of sinfully delicious and not-so-nutritious food. To prevent the seemingly inevitable, unwanted weight gain, simply give yourself the nudge to sign up for the San Diego Resolution Run 5k & 15k (before December 15th for early bird special). Committing to this event will require you to commit to getting and staying fit. Read on…
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Ready to Run? Tips for Training for a 5K run in San Diego

Thursday, November 11th, 2010 at 10:40 am

Did you know that the 5K run is currently the most popular distance to race in America? There are 5K races in San Diego almost every weekend of the year. 5K road races are everywhere right now, and there could not be a better time to start training for one. But how, you ask. Where does one start in the quest to condition and prepare for a 5K race? Read on…
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