Runna is the #1 rated training platform for running, designed to provide guidance and support to help you achieve your goals. Expect customized plans just for you with varied workouts and holistic support throughout your journey.
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Dreaming about participating in the Niantic Bay Triathlon on August 10 but not sure how to train? If you’re brand new to triathlon, trying to figure out training for swimming, cycling and running can be a little daunting. This 8 week program is a great entry point to the sport.
Dressing for a run this time of year isn’t easy. Wear too much and you could end up a sweaty mess if the sun comes out, but opting to drop a layer on what looks like a beautiful day could leave you cold and miserable if the wind starts kicking up. Here’s a look at some favorite running gear for spring.
UCAN is a leading provider of innovative energy products designed to support athletes and active individuals in achieving their performance and fitness goals. With products featuring LIVSTEADY™, a slow-releasing, low-glycemic carbohydrate, UCAN offers sustained, long-lasting energy without the spikes and crashes associated with traditional sugar-based fuels. It’s also proven in multiple clinical trials to significantly increase levels of fat burn during exercise and improve focus during activity.
UCAN is proud to be the Official On-Course Hydration and Energy Gel of HMF Events! Edge energy gels deliver long-lasting energy and a silky fruit smoothie experience that’s easy on the stomach, with zero water chasers required. UCAN uses starch-based carbohydrates instead of sugar, giving you a more even flow of energy.
In the “A Real Pain in the Knee” podcast, Dr. Neil Glaviano, an expert in knee pain, rehabilitation, and therapeutic exercise discusses treatments for knee pain for everyone from college athletes to members of the military to weekend warriors. Dr. Glaviano is an assistant professor in the Department of Kinesiology at UConn and a clinical education coordinator and core faculty member in the master’s athletic training program.
Sponsored by Fleet Feet Hartford, the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s Pace Teams are a free resource for participants. Experienced pace leaders run a steady pace and keep track of that pace during the race so that the group can achieve their goal of finishing in a certain time.
Picking your pace team depends on what your finish line goal time is. Choose a pace group that reflects your training and ability level based on finish times during training, and allows you to run at a comfortable rate throughout the race.
If you can’t decide between two paces, it is recommended that you start with the slower pace, as you can always pick it up later in the race.
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Protein is an important part of a balanced diet—it helps build and repair muscles and may help you manage your weight. Still, getting enough protein can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you’re trying to keep grocery costs down.
Nine dynamic stretches from our partner at Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network ranging from the Monster Walk to the Spiderman Walk. These stretches promote blood flow, help prevent injury and muscle soreness, and can improve overall performance.
Dr. Jeff Brown of the CT Sports Medicine Institute at Saint Francis Hospital shares a quick tip for working out with a mask – a mask bracket to help breathing.
