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Tips, tricks, and winning plays for athletes and their families.

What To Eat Pre, Mid and After Various Run Distances To Maximize Performance & Energy Levels
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What To Eat Pre, Mid and After Various Run Distances To Maximize Performance & Energy Levels

You need to fuel you body wisely to manage energy needs during and after running.  Here is a basic guideline with examples of recommended food to c...

The Grand Return of the Central Park Marathon
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The Grand Return of the Central Park Marathon

Back in 1970, a group of runners met in Central Park to compete in the first New York Marathon. There were no title sponsors, no roaring fans, not ...

Free Printable Softball Valentines
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Free Printable Softball Valentines

There’s no need to spend money on Valentine’s for the team this year – we have you covered!  Just follow the instructions below to print these cute...

Free Printable Running Valentines
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Free Printable Running Valentines

Maybe you’re making Valentines with your kids and want to share some of that love with your running friends.  Have at it – we haven’t forgotten abo...

Free Printable LuLaLax Valentines
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Free Printable LuLaLax Valentines

Every lax girl knows who she wants to stick together with – on and off the field.  And she knows it’s serious when she likes someone as much as the...

Free Printable Hockey Valentines
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Free Printable Hockey Valentines

There’s no need to spend money on Valentine’s for the team this year – we have you covered!  Just follow the instructions below to print these cute...

Free Printable Field Hockey Valentines
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Free Printable Field Hockey Valentines

Every field hockey player knows who they want to stick together with – on and off the field.  Share the love this Valentine’s Day with these super ...

Free Printable Cheer Valentines
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Free Printable Cheer Valentines

1-2-3-4 who’s your favorite this two-one-four? 5-6-7-8 who do you appreciate? Let the ones you love know it with these cute printable cheer Valenti...

Free Printable Baseball Valentines
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Free Printable Baseball Valentines

There’s no need to spend money on Valentine’s for the team this year – we have you covered!  Just follow the instructions below to print these cute...

Mind Over Miles
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Mind Over Miles

The most important part of the runner’s body is not their legs or cardiovascular system but their brain. The mind is so powerful and to reach their...