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Weight training for older runners
I have lifted weights weekly for most of my marathon training. I am starting to substitute runs twice a week with weight training. So far. I feel great. I don't think I am losing anything but I will find on on race day. Part of the issue is that I am now 50 and my body doesn't respond to the daily repetition of running as…
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kinesio tape; does it really work?
Kinesio tape, KT, or Rocktape are being used by athletes everywhere and yet it seems that research doesn't support it. I have talked to a variety of athletes and coaches that are believers in this. How can it be that studies don't offer any clear evidence and yet every athlete, that I have spoken to, swears by it. It is…
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Protein during the marathon?
I am going to try some Accel Gel and 2nd Surge energy gels. What are your thoughts about the protein in these gels? They don't know how it works exactly but it seems that a few grams of protein in your running gel along with the carbs will actually prevent muscle damage. This is believed to improve running performance and…
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Safe running; what do you take with you for protection?
My biggest fear while running are primarily dogs but possibly other animals also. Running takes me mostly through the country but I run through cities also. I suppose people are the other safety issue. I use to run with a dog but that can be logistically challenging. I have carried pepper spray/mace but that doesn't feel…
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Do potatoes provide a complete protein?
Do potatoes provide a complete protein? I am finding conflicting information. If we can get all our protein and calcium through plant-based whole-foods then it might be better to consume vegetables instead of meat, dairy, and cheese. Any thoughts?
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Are you a vegetarian runner?
A quality diet seems to be defined by vegetables, legumes, fruit, and nuts. Along with that, I thought, a runner would include salmon, tuna, chicken breast, cottage cheese, eggs and some red meat. Should I eat meat, eggs and dairy in order to lose weight, run well and stay healthy or not?
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Treating Sesamoiditis
Sesamoiditis is my latest new word. Walking at work in dress shoes I felt pain in the ball of my foot under the big toe. Not realizing that this is a real injury, I ran last night with no pain. After my run it still didn't hurt but it was bruised and swollen. So I guess I am not running for 7 to 10 days. Any suggestions? I…
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Losing weight during Marathon Training
Is it wise to try to lose weight during training for a marathon? Can it be done without getting hurt, sick or otherwise hungry and weak?
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Training Methods
Being a master (50 year old) runner I have always modified my training plans to ensure that I don't injure myself and yet run as much and as fast as I am able. Daniels, Galloway, Hanson, Pfitzinger, Higdon, Waitz or other; which method do you use?
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lifting weights vs running for weight loss
How much does weight lifting really affect fat loss versus just running?
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Boston Qualification
I have run over 30 marathons over the last few decades. I gave up my attempts to qualify for Boston until I watched my wife take up running in her 40's, run a marathon and then run a marathon fast enough to qualify for Boston. She ran Boston last year so we experienced the bombing first hand. Now, at age 50, I need to run…
