August 13, 2016

RUNNING 101: Running tips for the beginner runner

Couch to 5K: Things to know before you get started with your couch to 5K plan
If you’re in your first couple of years of running, these are tips with specific exercises that can help you be on your way to injury-free running!




Running gear


Running gear for triathlon training: What you need and don’t need
What gear is essential for running training and what is not? This beginner’s guide is geared towards people training for their first sprint triathlon so it contains relevant information for beginner runners too, even if you’re not training for a triathlon!

What triathlon gear is essential for triathlon training and what is not? What are triathlon necessities and what can you do without? This triathlon gear list includes swimming gear, biking gear, and running gear, and it can help you decide what clothes to wear and what gear is best to buy! Beginner triathletes training for a first sprint triathlon may find the list to be especially helpful for some triathlon tips to reach your fitness goals!


Running hydration: How to stay hydrated on a long run
With a bit of planning, carry no water at all on your long run, or go with options to carry or wear your water! Pre-run and post-run preparations are important for your runs too!

Part of your running workouts and training plan is to get benefits of good nutrition with food and water! Here are running tips for beginners on ways to stay hydrated during your run, whether it’s on the road or for trail running! With a bit of planning, carry no water at all, or go with a hydration pack or running belt with water bottle carriers. Some running gear and products you may want to start training with! Pre-run and post-run preparations are important for your long runs too!


Pink Running Outfit: Beginner’s guide to running clothes
This is a beginner’s guide to running gear. It uses pink running clothes as an example of what type of clothing is out there for you to wear!

This is a beginner's guide to running gear. It uses pink running clothes as an example of what type of clothing is out there for you to wear! And so, here are some ideas for your running outfit! Basic running clothes are listed, and so are running clothes for cold weather. This is a list of fitness gear that beginner runners may find especially useful to consider for your cardio or running workout.


Running in the dark: Essential gear to be a safe runner
Running in the dark at night or before dawn requires extra precautions. Here are tips for safe running with ideas on running safety gear.

Running in the dark at night or early morning before dawn requires extra precautions. Here are tips for safe running with ideas on running safety gear including different types of reflective gear and running lights.


Tips to choose the best winter running jacket for cold weather
What do you look for in a running jacket as a part of your winter running gear? Here are some qualities of the best winter running jackets for cold weather!

Here are running tips for cold weather running clothes to be comfortable and warm during your winter running workout. These are some things to keep in mind when choosing a winter running jacket for cold weather, whether it be a long distance marathon training run or short run in the cold! Fitness gear to make a part of your winter running outfit!





Side note!
See about the best shoes for hiking in Hawaii and what to wear snorkeling in Hawaii! And for Hawaii vacation ideas, see the best things to do in Waikiki that will give you Hawaii vibes!



Running training and workouts


Tips to prevent common running injuries
Running injuries are no fun. Here’s what you can do to prevent common running injuries. Causes and injury prevention tips for runners.

Running injuries are no fun. Here's what you can do to prevent common running injuries. Causes and injury prevention tips for runners, including plantar fasciitis, achilles tendonitis, shin splints, runner's knee, IT band syndrome, and hamstring strain.


Running in the heat: Tips for your hot summer run
You step outside for a run. So hot. So humid. Should you go out running in the heat and humidity? If you’re heading out the door, here are tips for your hot summer run!

Running in the heat: Tips for your summer run in hot weather! You step outside for a run. So hot. So humid. Should you go out running in the humidity and heat and humidity? If you’re heading out the door, here are tips for your run in the sun!


Beach workouts for runners: Training during your beach vacation
Take advantage of the beach to improve your running! Running on the sand gives you a chance to work muscles different than your typical road running. Here are some workout ideas for the beach!

Take advantage of the beach to improve your running! Running on the sand gives you a chance to work muscles different than your typical road running. Here are some workout ideas for the beach!


How to plan an active recovery day to make the most of your training plan
The repetitive nature of running creates a greater risk of injuries. Use your rest day to focus on injury prevention through active recovery.

Use your rest day to focus on injury prevention through active recovery. The repetitive nature of cycling, running, and swimming creates a greater risk of injuries, so help to minimize that risk! Include active recovery as a part of your training plan.


Benefits of tart cherry juice for recovery: Tart cherries as superfood
If your run got your muscles working hard, you may want to consider tart cherry juice as a part of your post-workout recovery. Research shows tart cherries may help long distance runners with training and recovery.

Why tart cherries are good for runners, with research to back it up! Runners and cyclists who drank tart cherry juice showed benefits in their training and recovery of muscles. Tart cherries can also be considered a superfood which makes tart cherry juice a good post-workout recovery drink too.


HAPPY RUNNING!

Running 101: Running tips for the beginner runner. Beginner's guide to running training.



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I also don't go snorkeling without a personal swim float buoy. Not only does it help to keep me visible, but it makes for a perfect way to rest out in deeper water! Oh, and it also serves as a dry bag so I can take stuff into the water with me.

Another way I have taken valuables into the water with me is to wear a travel money belt that I don't mind getting wet with salt water (it's not waterproof but I have several so I just use one of them) and then I put things in a ziplock freezer bag, and put that freezer bag in the money belt.

There are also designated waterproof waist pouches that you can store your valuables and take into the water with you.


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