Training Tips

In conjunction with Falls Road Running and the Baltimore Running Festival, Active.com has designed a trainning program specifically for the Baltimore Running Festival. It can be accessed here.

Visit the site if you are looking for a training program as you prepare for the Baltimore Running Festival.

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Train with Gatorade Endurance Formula

Gatorade Endurance Formula is the on-course sports drink at the 2008 Under Armour Baltimore Marathon. It is now available in a special pack of ready-to-drink 24 oz. bottles at more than 170 BJ's Wholesale Club locations in 16 states. This special pack contains six bottles of lemon-lime flavor and six bottles of orange flavor. For a complete list of BJ's store locations visit http://www.bjs.com/locations/. For more information about Gatorade Endurance Formula visit http://www.enduranceformula.com

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For Distance Workouts, Count Carbs in

Since carbohydrate is the body's main fuel source during endurance exercise, it's important to begin an endurance event with plenty of it in the system. The body stores carbohydrate as glycogen in the muscles and liver, and slowly depletes those stores as the marathon miles pass. ...more

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In the Heat of the Game: Competition in Hot Weather
Heat illness is one of the most preventable sports injuries. It's a problem that can sideline an athlete for the game or even end a career. Athletes need to take steps to reduce the potential for heat injury by making sure they are prepared for training and competing in the heat. Adequate fluid intake both on and off the field helps keep energy levels high by regulating body temperature, preventing heat exhaustion and transporting nutrients and energy to the muscle tissue. ...more

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Sports Nutrition Tips for Marathon Training

Summer is here! Surrounded by all this beautiful weather, you’re inspired to train for a marathon. Hydrating, fueling, and recovering are going to be critical to achieving your training goals and finishing strong the day of the big event. Below are cutting-edge sports nutrition tips to help you train at your best and perform the day of your marathon. ...more

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How and Why to Keep a Training Log
A training log can help you get more from your workout. It will help you organize and save information about your exercise routine so you can work toward a specific goal. ...more

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