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How Adjusting Your Running Form Can Improve Efficiency and Reduce Injuries

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Research shows that small adjustments to stride length and mechanics can make a big difference in impact forces, energy efficiency, and injury prevention.

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Cold Plunging for Menopausal Women: Helpful or Harmful?

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Cold plunging is all the rage right now, but if you're a menopausal athlete, you might be wondering whether it's actually beneficial for you.

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VOâ‚‚ Max and Marathon Performance: What You Need to Know

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What VO₂ max actually is, why it’s important for marathoners, and how you can improve it.

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Why Are Your Quads So Sore After Running? Let's Break It Down

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Sore quads after a run? You’re not alone. While some soreness is normal, especially after a tough workout or hilly route, persistent quad pain can be a sign that something in your running form isn’t working for you.

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How to Spot Quality Research (And Why Some People Ignore It)

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We’ve all seen it happen. Someone drops a study link into a conversation or a social media post, claiming it “proves” their point beyond a shadow of a doubt. It’s a mic drop moment—or so they think

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