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Dr Andrew Schneider - ArticlesRunning to Keep Off the Holiday PoundsMost people make a New Year's resolution to lose weight, but the ideal time to start an exercise program is during the holiday season. Starting a workout regimen, especially running, can help to keep your weight in check during the holiday season. Five Reasons to Give Thanks for Podiatrists this ThanksgivingWe often don't think about our feet until a problem occurs. This Thanksgiving, make a commitment to yourself to visit with your podiatrist and make sure you stay on the road of proper foot health. The most common problems are diabetic foot problems, children's foot problems, bunions, warts, and skin infections. Five Items Every Runner Should Have On Their Holiday Wish ListWith the holidays coming up, be sure to get your running friends and family just what they need. This article discusses the top five products that the typical runner would want to keep them going. Nike Free Running ShoesThe Nike Free running shoe is a minimal shoe that helps to mimic the mechanics of barefoot running. Because of differences in running mechanics, it is not for everyone. This article discusses the features of this running shoe and for whom it may be proper. The Most Common Foot Injuries from Running a MarathonPeople who run marathons put in months of training. Even so, injuries during the race happen. The three most common injuries are blisters, subungual hematomas, and plantar fasciitis. This article discusses these three common injuries. Abdominal Cramping When RunningAll runners have experienced abdominal cramps. They are related to a few common causes, but can be inconvenient, especially during a race. This article discusses the causes and how to best prevent them. What to Consider when Deciding to Run a MarathonTraining for a marathon is an enormous investment of time, emotion, and energy that not everyone is ready for. You need to be sure you are in good health, being careful to have any injuries checked on immediately. You must have a solid support system of family and friends, and you must allocate the right amount of time needed to train. How Weather Conditions Affect Running PerformanceThe weather plays a large role in the performance of runners. Hot, humid weather, such as in Houston, and rain can negatively impact a run if it is not accounted for. Running Surfaces Can Make a DifferenceRunners need to be aware of the surface they are running. Running on the wrong surface, such as one that is too hard, too soft, or banked, can result in an injury. What You Need To Know About the Female Athlete TriadThe Female Athlete Triad puts young athletic women at risk for injury. Because of unnatural body image, participants in sports can end up with an eating disorder. This will lead to poor nutrition and weakness of the bones. Stress fractures and other injuries can result.
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