Tag: "marathon"
Marathon runs won’t harm your arteries
Distance runners can take comfort in new research that suggests age, not mileage, predicts hardening of vessels.
Endurance race takes on barriers to health, recreation
More than 150 fitness fans—one-third from Gerber Memorial—lift logs, hike muddy hills and push physical limits to highlight wellness.
Marathon runner finds healing in osteopathy
Hands-on manipulation of the spine, muscles and joints is becoming a popular method to cure lingering aches and pains.
Cheap tape keeps the blisters away
Researchers find an easy, effective solution to a perennial problem for runners' feet.
Running with dad
Father-daughter duo aims to compete in the Wheatlake Festival of Races every year.
‘Ironman’ athletes at danger of too much water
Experts advise that frequent fluid stops entice racers to drink more than they need.
Couch to 5K: You can do it
The best way to begin exercising? Tell somebody your goals.
Recovery from ultramarathon may take up to 5 days
Elite runners need to give themselves time to bounce back.
Walking or running: Does size matter?
Get off the couch and lace up your tennis shoes because you don't need to be a 'skinny-Minnie' to run.
Running for a reason
Jim Trout runs 163 miles across Michigan to help keep kids safe and healthy.
Year of Transformation winner to be revealed at Day of Dance
In January 2014, Nicole Smith was chosen to be a leader of wellness in Newaygo County as Tamarac’s Year of Transformation winner.