http://running.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com Running & Jogging GuideSite. http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hi http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2009-07-01T15:15:56Z Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:15:56 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://running.about.com/b/2009/07/03/does-drinking-cold-water-while-running-cause-cramps.htm The idea that you'll get cramps from cold water is a myth. Drinking water, whether it's warm or cold, before or during running should not cause side stitches. The best... http://running.about.com/b/2009/07/03/does-drinking-cold-water-while-running-cause-cramps.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:02:39 +0000 2009-07-03T15:02:39Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/07/01/sarah-palin-i-could-beat-obama-in-a-running-race.htm Alaska governor and former U.S. vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin may not have won the vice presidency last year, but in a... http://running.about.com/b/2009/07/01/sarah-palin-i-could-beat-obama-in-a-running-race.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:15:56 +0000 2009-07-01T15:15:56Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/30/celebrate-the-fourth-of-july-with-a-run.htm In the road racing world, Independence Day is about more than just fireworks, picnics, and backyard barbeques. It's one of the most... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/30/celebrate-the-fourth-of-july-with-a-run.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:16:36 +0000 2009-06-30T14:16:36Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/29/when-does-running-get-easier.htm One of the most common questions I hear from new runners is, "Does this get any easier and, if so, WHEN?" Unfortunately there isn't one answer that fits everyone, since... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/29/when-does-running-get-easier.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:13:06 +0000 2009-06-29T17:13:06Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/28/what-are-your-bad-running-habits.htm Whenever I have a bad run or race, I try to learn from mistakes I may have made and try not to make those same errors again. But sometimes it... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/28/what-are-your-bad-running-habits.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:35:25 +0000 2009-06-28T20:35:25Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/26/can-i-split-my-long-runs.htm During the summer, I often get questions from marathoners-in-training who are trying to find time to complete their long runs. Vacation plans, summer weddings, graduation parties and other events sometimes... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/26/can-i-split-my-long-runs.htm Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:19:18 +0000 2009-06-26T11:19:18Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/24/how-does-sleep-affect-runners-performance.htm Many of the runners on the team that I coach tend to start freaking out the day before their marathons because they're worried they won't be able to fall asleep.... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/24/how-does-sleep-affect-runners-performance.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:52:38 +0000 2009-06-24T14:52:38Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/23/avoid-summer-weight-gain.htm Most people know to be prepared to fight weight gain in the winter, when the holidays and decreased activity can lead to a few extra pounds. But summer -- with... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/23/avoid-summer-weight-gain.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:49:54 +0000 2009-06-23T15:49:54Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/22/monday-motivation-tip-run-hills.htm Hill running may not sound like the best way to get motivated to run, but you may be surprised at how much a few inclines can spice up your runs.... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/22/monday-motivation-tip-run-hills.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:40:31 +0000 2009-06-22T12:40:31Z http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/18/can-i-walk-during-my-runs.htm A lot of runners I talk to associate walking during a run or race with failure. I always feel bad when I hear that sentiment because walking is very beneficial... http://running.about.com/b/2009/06/18/can-i-walk-during-my-runs.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:04:08 +0000 2009-06-18T16:04:08Z