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I have an interest in running, exercise science and healthy eating. Having just finished high school I deferred and will study science next year at university.

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Sports & Recreation > Running Recreational running etiquette: 8 of 8
Recreational running etiquette is an important element of the running community. For the benefit of all runners it is crucial for runners to have fun and respect other runners. Even competitive runners need to take note of this as all should be running for fun first and all other rewards second. AT THE TRACK: - Preferably wa... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Running race etiquette: 8 of 8
Etiquette in running races is essential for everyone competing from the frontrunners to those running just for enjoyment. If a runner chooses not to respect other runners this is disappointing and often leads to other runners being distracted from their goal in the race. Not observing running race etiquette can also lead to ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Tips for running at night: 6 of 6
Running at night is perhaps not the safest form of exercise but for some runners it is the only chance they have to get out for a run. Running at night for some people might mean the weather is freezing cold, whereas for other runners it could be hot and humid. If you plan on doing some or all of your running at night I woul... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running The risks of running with headphones: 5 of 5
The risks of running with headphones far outweigh the benefits they provide, but this does of course depend on the environment surrounding you. Whilst running with headphones on may be fun it can be dangerous for you and for others. The risks that they present include the following: - not hearing another approaching runner, ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running How to select the right marathon: 4 of 4
Selecting the right marathon requires a thorough thought process. There are many factors that need to be taken into account when selecting the right marathon for you. There are hundreds of marathons run each year in many different countries, so picking the right marathon requires you to do a bit of research after following t... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Does it have to feel like a marathon?: 4 of 4
The question "Does it have to feel like a marathon?" brings up a good point about marathon racing, running and training in general. Yes training for a marathon takes a lot of time, but the training doesn't have to be perceived this way. Breaking up your training into phases is a great way to mark your progress in training. Y... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Pool chemicals: Scheduling tips: 3 of 3
Keeping your swimming pool clean is important, especially for health reasons. Pool chemicals play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness of your swimming pool, so you need to know what chemicals to add, how much of these to add and how often to add them. Keeping your pool clean manually is essential, as it can reduce ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running The facts about trail ultramarathons: 3 of 3
The facts about trail ultramarathons need to be reviewed if you are to consider competing in an ultramarathon. An ultramarathon is typically a race longer than the 42.195 km marathon and may be up to 6 days, in fact there have been ultramarathons lasting 90 days or more. Fortunately trail ultramarathons aren't always this lo... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running How to compete effectively in running races: 3 of 3
Competing effectively in running races requires that the runner be adequately prepared for the race both physically and mentally. Competing effectively in a race means that the runner needs a goal to strive for. For a race to be effective and successful this goal needs to push the runner to their limits, but still be achieva... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running How to make the jump from 5K to 10K and half marathons: 3 of 3
To make the jump from 5K to 10K does not involve much more training, but running a half marathon (21K) certainly does. The major training differences that need to occur when you plan to run a longer distance are usually a long run of increased distance, less focus on speed and more focus on strength and resistance to fatigue... More..