Author: Runningmommamad
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How to Incorporate Interval Training into Your Running Routine
Running is a highly effective form of exercise but can become monotonous. Interval training, which alternates between periods of high and low intensity, can inject excitement and significantly improve fitness. It enhances cardiovascular health, increases speed and endurance, offers efficient workouts for busy schedules, burns more calories, and beats boredom. To start, assess your fitness… Read more
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7 Body-Weight Exercises for Runners
Incorporating body-weight exercises into your running routine can significantly boost performance by building strength, enhancing endurance, and improving running efficiency—all without needing a gym. Key exercises include squats, lunges, planks, glute bridges, calf raises, mountain climbers, and burpees. Each exercise targets critical muscle groups essential for runners, such as quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and core… Read more
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5 HIIT Workouts for Runners: Boost Your Speed and Endurance
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is key for boosting speed and endurance in runners, from novices to marathoners. HIIT involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by recovery, enhancing cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and efficiency. It saves time and can prevent injuries. Five practical HIIT workouts include Sprint Intervals, Hill Repeats, Fartlek Training, Pyramid Intervals, and… Read more
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Phases of Macro Intake: How to Set Calories for Bulking, Cutting, and Maintenance
When it comes to achieving your fitness goals, whether it’s building muscle, losing fat, or maintaining your current physique, understanding how to manage your calorie intake is crucial. The phases of macro intake – bulking, cutting, and maintenance – are fundamental to any effective nutrition strategy. Let’s dive into each phase, explore how to set… Read more
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Running vs. Walking: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
If you’ve ever pondered whether running or walking is better for shedding those extra pounds, you’re not alone. The great running vs. walking debate has been around for ages, and today, we’re diving headfirst (or feet first!) into this hot topic. Buckle up your sneakers and let’s break it down in a fun, informative way.… Read more
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Meal Prep Mastery: A Guide for the Fitness-Focused Mom
Welcome, fitness-focused moms! Juggling workouts, kids, and a healthy diet can feel like running a marathon with hurdles. But fear not! With a bit of planning and creativity, you can conquer the meal prep game like a pro. In this guide, we’ll explore tips, tricks, and delicious recipes to make meal prep a breeze, ensuring… Read more
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The Role of Strength Training in Improving Running Performance
Strength training significantly boosts the performance and resilience of runners at all levels. It not only enhances running efficiency by fortifying key muscles but also minimizes injury risks and speeds up recovery. Incorporating varied strength exercises like squats and planks into a routine not only builds endurance but also helps maintain a consistent training schedule.… Read more
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How to Choose the Right Running Shoes
This comprehensive guide outlines how to select the right running shoes for optimum comfort, performance, and injury prevention. Key steps include understanding foot anatomy, choosing shoes based on arch type and pronation, ensuring proper fit, and testing for comfort during a run. Considerations also encompass terrain type, running goals, and balancing quality with budget to… Read more
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Postpartum Fitness: Getting Back into Running After Pregnancy
Congratulations on motherhood! Ease back into running postpartum with patience and self-compassion. Begin with gentle exercises like walking, gradually increasing intensity. Remember the importance of pelvic floor strength, supportive gear, hydration, and nutrition. Incorporate strength training and ample rest for recovery. Listening to your body, and going at your own pace will help you safely… Read more
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5 Essential Supplements for Runners: What You Need to Know
Greetings to all running enthusiasts! This blog post highlights the significance of optimal nutrition, emphasizing the role of supplements in enhancing athletic performance and recovery for runners. We discuss five key supplements: multivitamins for filling nutritional gaps, omega-3 fatty acids for reducing inflammation, electrolytes for hydration and muscle function, protein powder for muscle repair, and… Read more