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Running Smart in the Heat: How to Stay Safe, Strong, and Hydrated

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Learn how to run safely and effectively in hot weather. Coach Croft shares expert advice on recognizing heat exhaustion, adjusting pace, staying hydrated, and mastering summer running for long-term performance.

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Surviving Summer Runs: How to Train Smarter in Heat and Humidity

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Learn how to run safely and effectively in heat and humidity. Coach Croft shares expert tips on hydration, cooling strategies, and heat adaptation for runners — especially for masters and menopausal athletes.


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Hydration That Works: The Ultimate Sports Drink Guide for Runners and Endurance Athletes

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Discover the best sports drinks for runners and endurance athletes. Compare hydration and electrolyte options like Maurten, Tailwind, Skratch, LMNT, and more to fuel smarter and recover faster.

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Humidity vs. Dew Point: What Runners Need to Know

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If you've ever headed out for a run on a muggy morning and felt like you were breathing through a wet sponge, you’ve experienced the effects of humidity and dew point firsthand. Runners talk about temperature all the time, but these two lesser-known weather factors can have just as much impact on performance and comfort.

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