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Both prescriptions and OTC meds may pose a risk

September 5, 2019

5 Drugs With Potentially Serious Side Effects Every Runner Should Know About

FYI read on:

https://bit.ly/2lARpIJ

Article by Cindy Kuzma for Runner’s World

Here’s How Long You Actually Need to Hold a Plank

August 28, 2019

One of the best ways to strengthen your core is by performing plank exercises. Planks are quick and effective and can easily be added to any workout to help meet your goals to become a stronger runner.

“Planks are a core-stabilizing exercise, McGill adds, which helps you become more efficient

Is It More Important to Run Faster or Run Longer?

August 23, 2019

Scientists debate the physiological benefits of ramping up your training intensity or your training volume

Read article courtesy of Alex Hutchinson for Outside Online.com

https://www.outsideonline.com/2400887/is-it-more-important-run-faster-or-run-longer?utm_source=pocket-newtab

Come back strong after an injury

August 15, 2019

Coming back from any injury can certainly be a slow-build and can really take its toll on our emotions.

Harness Resilience to Outsmart Any Injury, by Cindy Kuzma for Runner’s World, offers many valuable tips about how to tap into your ability to remain positive, keep things in perspective,

8 Cross-Training Exercises For Trail Runners

August 7, 2019

These moves target the muscles needed for your fastest, strongest, best trail running outings ever.

Great read to check out:

https://www.runnersworld.com/trail-running/a20806256/cross-training-for-trail-runners/

Article by Charlie Merrill courtesy of Runner’s World

Time to take a new pair of runners out for a test run?

July 31, 2019

At this time of the training/race season you generally have miles of memorable runs on your shoes and the wear and tear forces you to think about replacing them. When exactly to do that is the question!

There are actually varying opinions about the life of a running shoe and

10 Essential Strength Training Exercises for Runners

July 24, 2019

Do these moves consistently, and you’ll run faster and stronger.

As runners we all want to increase our strength, endurance and stamina so that we’re able to run farther, stronger. Read full article to discover 10 key strength training exercises:

https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a20805692/10-essential-strength-exercises-for-runners/

Article by The Runner’s World Editors courtesy of Runner’s World

Join Our Training Circle of Friends

July 18, 2019

If you’re a Penticton trail or road runner you’re in luck! There’s a group for everyone. Runners of all abilities are welcome, from first timers to advanced runners. We’re a group of friendly folks who simply love to get together and run ; )

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PCR Group Trail Runs

Refreshing smoothies packed with nutrition

July 10, 2019

Pre- and post-run smoothies are packed with the vitamins and minerals needed to boost your performance energy and aid your recovery. Check out these delicious, healthy smoothie recipes.

https://bit.ly/2WWQ0hp

4 Reasons to Race Yourself Into Top Shape

July 3, 2019

Tune-up races sharpen your skills for the goal race.

“Because you’re seldom going all-out in training, racing can help you develop the finer points of pacing, covering moves, and timing your finishing kick.”

Read on for Jason Fitzgerald’s, Denver-based running coach, tips on the advantage of a periodized training plan

Both prescriptions and OTC meds may pose a risk

Here’s How Long You Actually Need to Hold a Plank

Is It More Important to Run Faster or Run Longer?

Come back strong after an injury

8 Cross-Training Exercises For Trail Runners

Time to take a new pair of runners out for a test run?

10 Essential Strength Training Exercises for Runners

Join Our Training Circle of Friends

TRAIL RUNS

Refreshing smoothies packed with nutrition

4 Reasons to Race Yourself Into Top Shape

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