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When people hear "triathlon," they frequently equate it with the Ironman triathlon--a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a full 26.2-mile marathon--and assume that only athletes with superhuman endurance can participate in this sp…
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For runners, running shoes are a constant investment. Wearing worn-out running shoes makes the runner more prone to injury. According to a 1985 report in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, running shoes lose approximately 60 perc…
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If this is your first marathon, you may think there are all sorts of complicated rules for getting ready. It's comforting to find out, from the time you make the momentous decision, that training has many facets, all based on common se…
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It is important to choose a pair of running shoes that fit well and provide your feet with support. For every mile that you run, each foot strikes the ground approximately 800 times. When you consider how much impact the feet absorb du…
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If you are training for competition, whether it's running or bicycling, you should consider using a mileage log to track your progress. Mileage logs are simple to put together and maintain. They are an excellent method to monitor your…
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Whether you are looking for a remote, wilderness experience, such as the Wilderness Waterway, or a peaceful journey, such as the tropical Juniper Springs run, Florida offers a wealth of opportunities for canoeists to enjoy. You can pad…
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Recognized as an historical site by UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization) and one of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval World, the Great Wall of China is the longest structure anywhere in the world mad…
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Whether biking the over six-mile Potomac Overlook trail, exploring the Gulf Branch Nature Center or hiking the four-mile run trail in Glencarlyn Park, adventure travelers in the Washington, D.C. area will find plentiful opportunities t…
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The flavors of the Caribbean are available at restaurants in New Jersey. If you are spending the day golfing at Spooky Brook Golf Course or hiking around the 3,037 acres of Six Mile Run in Central New Jersey, try a meal at Real Jamaica…
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In Alpharetta, Georgia, there is a six-mile running and biking trail called the Big Creek Greenway Trail, which is also good for skating and walking. On the eastern part of the trail, dirt bikes are welcome. This trail is in the center…
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Sanibel Island is nicknamed "shell island," because of the large array of shells that can be found on the beach each morning. Sanibel has surf fishing, golf courses, tennis courts, winding canoe trails and island-long bicycle paths. Sa…
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The town of Oil City, Pennsylvania hosts one hotel within the city limit, but more options exist outside the city. Oil City is located in a rural part of the state, and near many public lands, including State Game Lands Lots 47 and 96,…
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Ambler, Pennsylvania, is a suburban town located about 50 miles north of Philadelphia. This town is inhabited by many folks who commute to Philadelphia on the weekdays. Finding camping in and around Ambler is not difficult. There are s…
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To run faster, you have to practice at running faster. That's easier said than done. You have a few tools, "tried and true" methods, that runners have used for years. Add interval training to your runs, include hills in your workouts,…
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People looking to ski in Red Lodge, Montana, visit the Red Lodge Mountain Ski and Golf Resort, the only mountain in the area accessible to skiers and other winter sports enthusiasts. Although it's referred to as a resort, this powdery…
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