Friday, July 30, 2010

Runner's Digest: 7.30.2010

This week: Angelina Jolie is becoming a runner?; an ill-advised hydration strategy; mental barriers; and more...

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Alan Webb Trims Down

Also: Vivian Cheruiyot defeats Meseret Defar; Ian and Julia hit the trails; Stefano Baldini's last hurrah?

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The Marathon Virgin

"On Wednesday, I woke up anxious: I had a running date with New York Marathon co-founder George Hirsch."

Ask Coach Jenny "What do I do about the painful chafing spot I get from my sports bra? Do I double up? Use duct tape?"

Dean's Blog "I've been amazed at how many runners approach me who want to write a book themselves. Here are some tips."

Mile Markers, by Kristin Armstrong "Transitions are unavoidable in running and in life. We want to handle them with grace. Here's how."

Other Voices "I believe that in the act of running, I am simply being a good animal—an animal that is built to run."

Trail Heads If someone of the opposite gender finishes ahead of you in a race, does it bother you? Should it?

A Chat With Andrew Wheating

The NCAA champ at 800 and 1500 meters ran the fourth-fastest US time in the 1500 last week. This week, he inked his first pro contract and will continue to train in Eugene, Oregon.

Run With Us
Hurry: Richmond Marathon training starts now!

Newbie Chronicles
As a runner, you can eat as much as you want, right?

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Test Your Fitness

Sure, you can run. But how fit are you, really? See 6 ways to test - and improve - your total fitness.

A GPS Watch Made Simple

See our start-up guide for the refreshingly scaled-back Garmin Forerunner 110.

Your Summer Shoe Guide

Adidas Supernova Adapt takes top honors in our new guide, with 21 other reviews

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Running Times Magazine
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My Life on the Run
Bart Yasso's touching and humorous memoir about the rewards and challenges of running.

SmartCoach for iPhone This iPhone app will create a training plan individualized to your current fitness and goals.

Daily Trail Gear Giveaway

Every weekday in July, we're picking a new winner of a pair of Salomon XT Wings 2 shoes. Check back daily to see if your name was drawn, and if it was, you'll have 24 hours to claim your prize.
• Blair Williams, of Manchester, Vt., you have been selected as a potential winner; contact us to claim your prize.