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Smiling through hell

Article Abstract:

Professional marathoner Uta Pippig confides that having fun and winning are the most important parts of competing. She believes that runners must enjoy what they are doing to prepare properly and that women's ability to focus makes them better marathoners than men.

Author: Scott, Dagny
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1997
Interview, Personalities, Marathon running, Pippig, Uta

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Running shoes

Article Abstract:

Eight different pairs of running shoes for women are recommended, with attention given to features such as flexibility, responsiveness, light weight, and comfort. Prices range from $80 for the Reebok Electrolyte to $140 for the New Balance W1200WB.

Author: Scott, Dagny
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1998
Purchasing, Buyers Guide, Running shoes

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Are you running amok; a race strategy will help you reach your running potential

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Nonprofessional runners should formulate a race strategy to maximize their potential. Tips for doing this include setting a goal, sticking to an even pace, checking out the finish line in advance and assessing performance after a race.

Author: Scott, Dagny
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1997
Psychological aspects, Competitions, Running races

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