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Instagram. Instagram. Instagram. Instagram. What are the best headphones for running? Why? German runner wins Empire State Building race for the seventh straight time. Stephen Chernin / EPA Thomas Dold of Stuttgart, Germany wins the 35th annual Empire State Building Run-Up on Wednesday night. Jason Decrow / AP Participants make make their way up 86 flights of stairs.

AP reports: German runner Thomas Dold completed the Empire State Building Run-Up on Wednesday in 10 minutes and 28 seconds. "Well, the good thing is that I've done better than all the others," said the 27-year-old Dold, who completed his last three run-ups in 10 minutes and 10 seconds or less. He said he didn't know why the finish was "so exhausting" this year because he's "really fit" and compares training techniques with other runners. The women's elite field sprints toward the staircase at start of the 35th Annual Empire State Building Run-Up on Wednesday. Related story: Skyscraper runners take workouts to incredible heights.

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Juoksija-lehti etusivu. 6 Tips to Find the Perfect Pace. No matter how many marathons you have under your belt, there's always room for improvement. The challenge is to find the right pace and stick to it. Training for the right pace takes self-discipline, time and a strong mental attitude. Darris Blackford, Clif Bar Pace Team Leader and experienced marathoner, shares his insight when it comes to finding the perfect pace. "You need to train to run faster. If you train only one pace that is pretty much the pace you will race. Before you start training here are a few things to consider: First, Find a Good Pair of Running Shoes The investment in a pair of shoes will help prevent injury in the long run, especially with your joints and muscles. There are plenty of accessories you can purchase, but your priority to get started is to find a quality pair of shoes. Take Baby Steps You're not going to knock time off right away.

Run at your normal pace for a few miles then up your speed for a mile or two. Find Support. How to Minimize Repetitive Stress Injuries in Athletes. Although being active and exercising helps to improve health, it also increases risk of injury. After all, if you don't move from the couch how likely are you to sustain an injury? By far, the most common type of athletic injuries we treat at 1st Choice Healthcare are repetitive stress injuries or (RSI). As the term implies, these are not single-event traumas such as a sprained ankle, a slip and fall or a bike crash. They are injuries caused by accumulative and repetitive activities that are a part of any sport.

When exercising, the general intention (if done correctly) is to force the body beyond what it is capable of at that time. Unfortunately, many errors are likely to occur during this process that plague athletes (from novice to elite) and ultimately result in injuries. Here is a simple (and yes, it takes extra time) routine that has proven effective. This should be followed by some form of self myofascial release (SMR). 3 Phases of Post-Marathon Recovery. Congratulations!

You just completed a marathon and whether or not you met your goal time, you have earned the right to take some serious time off. In fact, your ability to recover well will determine the real outcome of the marathon - your fitness. This article will outline why we need to recover and give you input on how to handle each of the three critical recovery phases: First Hour, 12 Hours and 72 Hours.

Your Biggest Workout If you can take the emotions, cheering fans and adrenaline rush of crossing the finish out of your mind for a second, your marathon experience boils down to one thing: your longest--and potentially hardest--run all year and perhaps in your life. Just as you took care of your body after those critical 16, 18 and 20+ mile long runs on your way to race day, so too must you care for your body now.

The Weight Room Since most of us have lifted weights at some point in time, I think it's helpful to draw a parallel between your marathon and the weight room. 1. 2. 3. 4. Jog.fm: Running music. Runblogger | A Running Blog Providing Thoughts and Tips on Running, Exercise Science, and Living an Active Life. Running Advice and News.