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When in Doubt, Don’t

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Our experiences has been that the body is smarter than we give it credit for. There seems to be something innate that gives us clues as to whether we should or whether we shouldn’t. The trick is learning when to back off and when to go for it. Here is a general rule to follow:…

Whey Protein Isolate

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An essential macronutrient—“protos” means come first or of first rank Supplement Function–Protein • Provides amino acids to build all cells and muscle tissue—you build and/or rebuild 300 billion cells a day. • You have to get amino acids from food, the body can not manufacture its own. • Amino acids make up at least part…

Meet Your Challenge

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MARATHON: mar·a·thon ˈmerəˌTHän/ Noun a long-distance running race, strictly one of 26 miles and 385 yards (42.195 km). a long-lasting or difficult task or operation of a specified kind. What is a marathon? A marathon is a test of endurance.  It is a test of commitment.  It is a challenge that pushes your body further,…

My First Triathlon & Tips I Learned

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by Kim Frei My first triathlon would never have happened if my father didn’t decide to get into the sport. My dad doesn’t have a history of athletic abilities or a miracle pill that suddenly makes exercising not hurt so much, but in the last year he has shown a huge amount of determination. I…

Benefits of Yoga for Runners & Triathletes

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by Arwa Jundi, Certified Yoga Instructor – RYT Whether you run, cycle, swim or are a gym rat, do you ever wonder why are you doing this or why does your body ache in certain areas? Yoga not only allows us to stretch and find physical balance, strength and flexibility in our body, but more…

Setting Goals to Reach Success

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by Arwa Jundi “Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” – Tony Robbins Ringing in the New Year is usually filled with goals and changes, but how many of us really take the time to set realistic goals. Do we set them, and then by February forget about them?…

12 Gifts for Runners

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by Anna Ratliff & Holly Martin We think that winter running really gets a bad rep—people say it’s too cold, too icy, too dark, you name it. We have to disagree. Winter running means running through snowfall and getting first tracks. It means really earning the post-run coffee and hot chocolate. Best of all, it…

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There is a large possibility that you know a runner that will need a gift this holiday season. And the Salt Lake Running Company is your go to resource when getting a gift for a runner during the holiday season.  We have gifts of all shapes and sizes and price ranges. Here is a list…

25 Days of Christmas Challenge

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by Arwa Jundi For most people the time between Thanksgiving and the New Year are a challenging time of year in regards to healthy eating and workout routines. Having a set challenge helps you stick to your routine and get healthy in a hard time of year.  Like in any training program you need begin…

Books for Runners, Part 2

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by Holly Martin Note: If you missed Books for Runners, Part 1 – Click Here!  Initially when I set out to write about my favorite running books, I thought it would be incredibly easy – 4 or 5 books, write a description, and done. Unfortunately… it’s not that easy. There are SO MANY wonderful books…
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