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Runmeter 4.0 for iPhone

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 06:13:00 PDT

I've used a number of GPS apps for the iPhone including MapMy***, RunKeeper, Nike+, 321Run and miCoach. Runmeter 4.0 has the best set of features, it doesn't lose its signal often and it's not...

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Compression Socks: A Runners Best Friend

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:13:00 PDT

Zensah Compression SocksSeveral weeks ago, I purchased a pair of Zensah Compression Socks from a local running store. I had read about compression socks on several occasions - most recently in the...

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Slow, Fat Burn Run

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:38:00 PDT

One thing I need to improve in my running is running too fast sometimes. Today I ran a lot slower than normal. Felt pretty good too! There was no rush, little traffic and no iPod music to distract...

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The End of a Great Week

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:16:00 PDT

I finished a pretty good week with a 10 mile Long Run this morning. Hadn't run this 10 mile route in a while which made this run more of an adventure. I thought the sun would stay under the clouds...

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Four in A Row

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:52:00 PDT

I completed my fourth run in four days with Isis this morning. I thought she might struggle with the 90+% humidity, but she kept up with me for most of the run. For a while she even bolted ahead of...

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One Word: H-U-M-D-I-T-Y!

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 06:59:00 PDT

I really do not like complaining about the heat. But the heat and humidity has been a challenge for me. When I left this morning for a Tempo Run, the thermometer was just over 75°F with an overcast...

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Another Music-less Run

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:35:00 PDT

There's nothing like a long, 8-mile, run on a Saturday morning, especially after eating a plate of seafood ravioli at Olive Garden last night! For the second straight day I ran without listening to...

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Yasso Run on The Treadmill

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Tue, 18 May 2010 08:35:00 PDT

One thing about Yasso 800's is that they are fun BEFORE and AFTER you begin. However, they leave a lot to be desired while I am doing them. Pushing the body to higher limits is a challenge. I have to...

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In The Rain...

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Mon, 17 May 2010 07:21:00 PDT

When I took the dog for a walk this morning, I knew I had a tough decision to make: Do I run outside in the rain or hit the treadmill? I thought about it for a minute and decided I didn't want to run...

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The 2010 Illinois Half Marathon

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Mon, 10 May 2010 14:18:00 PDT

On Saturday, May 1, 2010, I completed my third half marathon in a year and my second IL Half Marathon with a time of 1:54:19 - another personal record by about 30 seconds! The weather was not awful...

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Picking Up The Pace

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 08:56:00 PDT

The IL Half Marathon is about 2 1/2 weeks away. I feel ok about the race although I am not please with my long runs (I missed 2 consecutive long runs!) Because I've been a bit relaxed with my...

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2010 Dog Run #2

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:06:00 PDT

Isis and I completed our second run this year: 4 mile Pace Run. To my surprise, she's getting a more accustomed to the runs very quickly. I thought it would be weeks before she even wanted to hit...

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Effective, enjoyable treadmill running

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:21:00 PST

Running on the treadmill can be an enjoyable experience and an excellent way to lose weight. Treadmills are also a useful training tool, especially when the weather is undesirable. If you find it...

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Could it be?

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:20:00 PST

Last week was pretty good - 22 miles total: an Easy Run, an Interval Run, a Progression Run and an 8 mile Long Run. This week has started well too. I cranked up the pace on the belt (treadmill) even...

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It's good to be back...running again!

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 12:37:00 PST

Natalie Cole said it perfectly in her 1991 hit song: "Baby, it's good to be back, so good, so good to be back, real good". I've come back to running after taking off some weeks to get through a tough...

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When same and steady doesn't cut it

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:10:00 PST

Interval training is a great way to raise your metabolism. Read on! From: http://ping.fm/pZTib

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Back on The Block

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:23:00 PST

It was week 4, day 3 of my training when I took Isis outdoors to do a Pace Run as usual. Not more than a half mile into the run I started to feel discomfort in my right ankle. My Achilles was aching...

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Running in Complete Darkness

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:21:00 PDT

I know the safety precautions for running in complete darkness pretty well (see my article 7 safety rules for running in the dark). Regardless of how many times I run when it's dark, I never...

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Wet, Cool Fall Runs

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:10:00 PDT

What a week. Gauging the weather has been a little tricky this Fall. It's been a little chilly. But, when it's also raining I'm finding that's not the kind of weather I feel comfortable running in. I...

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New Half Marathon Training Program

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:25:00 PDT

After completing my second half marathon on September 27, 2009, I decided to make some changes to my training program. I ran a great race, finished in 1:54:38 (a personal record) or a 8:42...

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A break in the rain

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:26:00 PDT

Today's weather forecast called for a 50% chance for rain. When rain is predicted, I'm usually torn between running outdoors and planning a good treadmill workout. In general if storm activity can be...

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Motivation and Hydration

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:44:00 PDT

Motivation Yesterday was a good 4 mile Easy Run the day after an extremely challenging 8 mile Fartlek Run. Experts say an easy run is good the day after a long run to help the body flush unneeded...

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Those Little Things!

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 09:58:00 PDT

Running isn't just about how far or how fast you go. It also has a lot to do with how much rest you get, how well you manage your weight, what you eat, when you run, the environment, and how...

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The Home Stretch

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:00:00 PDT

Only a few more weeks before the Calumet Memorial Mini Marathon on September 27, 2009. I've been training for almost 6 weeks and feel confident I will do well. My goal is to complete this half...

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MO Hills Last Week = Easier Runs This Week

noreply@blogger.com (Will Daniels) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:30:00 PDT

MO Hills Last week I ran through the hills of Missouri. The family and I vacationed right outside of St. Louis and visited all but one of my siblings. My intention wasn't to tackle a lot of hills,...

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