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How to Run Smart In Cold Winter Weather

While cool weather can feel like a relief after a hot summer of training, running in cold weather isn't without risks. When temperatures get below freezing, runners need to take special care of their health to avoid illness and injuries.

Posted by Jason Sissel on Jan 2, 2018 3:10:00 PM

How To Set New Year's Fitness Goals That You Will Maintain

New Year's is a natural time for reflecting and looking inward, doing some self-assessment. It's an opportunity to evaluate the previous year and set some goals for the upcoming one. Unfortunately, many of these new goals don't last, and on average, most people abandon their efforts before March. This can lead to a depressing cycle of having the...

Posted by Brooke Grant on Dec 15, 2017 9:32:00 AM

The 12 Days Of Christmas At Carbon World Health

Carbon World Health wants to help you get a jumpstart on all of your 2018 health, fitness and/or beauty goals you may have. In order to make that happen--and save you money along the way--over the next 12 days we will be celebrating our own 12 Days of Christmas! Check out these amazing specials which are all valid through December 31st, 2017.

Posted by Ashley Greer on Dec 11, 2017 11:34:57 PM

9 Ways To Keep Yourself Motivated To Work Out

Establishing a consistent workout routine can be difficult, especially if you've never had a routine before. Once you've developed the habit, it's easier to maintain, but getting there can often pose a challenge. Stress, bad weather, poor sleep... there are a lot of reasons people lose motivation and feel like skipping a workout. Here are some...

Posted by Brooke Grant on Dec 4, 2017 3:08:00 PM

Workouts To Help You Stay Healthy While Pregnant

Maintaining your fitness routine during pregnancy is not only safe, but it actually has many health benefits for mother and child. In a healthy woman with a normal pregnancy, regular exercise has been shown to:

Posted by Brooke Grant on Nov 27, 2017 3:04:00 PM

10 Habits For Successfully Completing Any Endurance Event

Many people think that training for an endurance event is simply a physical task. But successful competitors know that endurance events require mental stamina as well as physical ability. The training process is the time to develop the habits and abilities that will sustain you when you need them most. Here are 10 habits to develop during training...

Posted by Jason Sissel on Nov 20, 2017 3:00:00 PM

How to Efficiently and Effectively Run Through an Aid Station

During a large marathon, an aid station can feel as busier than a NASCAR pit stop. Your objective should be to move through it as quickly as possible, getting the necessary fluids and getting back to the race. The reality is that aid stations don't always operate like a well-oiled machine, and the slowdown can cost valuable seconds of your...

Posted by Jason Sissel on Nov 13, 2017 2:55:00 PM

How Alcohol Consumption Affects Your Endurance Sports Goals

For the casual athlete, it's common to mix work and play. Fitness goals are part of a complete and well-rounded life, after all, and social occasions often involve some amount of alcohol consumption. But how does occasional drinking affect physical performance?

Posted by Dr. Nestor Rodriguez on Nov 6, 2017 2:53:00 PM

Should I Train When I’m Sick?

Once you have established a good fitness routine, it can be difficult to skip a day. Regular exercise is a great way to take care of yourself and relieve stress, and you don't want to lose any hard-won progress just because of a sniffle. So, is it okay to train when you're sick?

Posted by Brooke Grant on Oct 30, 2017 2:51:00 PM

How To Integrate Strength Training Into Your Endurance Training Program

Every endurance athlete can benefit from strength training. Whether your endurance activity is running, cycling, swimming, or cross-training events that combine multiple endurance sports, spending some time building strength enhances your fitness and ultimate performance. Before we delve into the details, it’s important to first understand some...

Posted by Jason Sissel on Oct 23, 2017 2:50:00 PM