The Danger Of THERMOREGULATION

The Danger Of THERMOREGULATION

Heat risk all athletes face The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that heat illness during a sports activity has been and continues to be a leading cause of death among athletes in extreme heat conditions. The body temperature is more than just a...
How Protein Benefits Atletes

How Protein Benefits Atletes

Not sure how much protein you need or how to get it? Here’s your guide to this powerful, essential nutrient. By AMY SCHLINGER The best protein for runners is a complete protein, such as chicken, beef, pork, or edamame. Spreading out protein consumption...
What Causes Diabetes?

What Causes Diabetes?

What causes type 2 diabetes? By Dr. Austin Smith Genes and environment can play a role in causing type 2 diabetes mellitus. Let’s first take a step back. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes less responsive to insulin, which is the hormone responsible for...
How to Survive Summer’s Hottest Runs

How to Survive Summer’s Hottest Runs

When temperatures are scorching, you’ll need to take some extra precautions before lacing up. By HAILEY MIDDLEBROOK While running in the summer is great in some ways—you don’t have to worry about sliding on ice or snow, and the longer days make it easy to sneak in...
Everything About Sugar Alternatives

Everything About Sugar Alternatives

We tap a registered dietitian and nutrition expert to take a look at real and artificial substitutes. By HEATHER MAYER IRVINE It’s probably no surprise when we tell you that simple sugar is a runner’s best friend. The carbohydrate is absorbed quickly by the body,...

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