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The right shoe for you

Article Abstract:

Running shoes should be chosen to meet each runner's individual needs. Runners with no pronation problems do best in shoes with a blend of cushioning and stability. Overpronators need shoes with stability while oversupinators need flexible features.

Author: Douglas, Scott
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1997
Purchasing, Buyers Guide, Running shoes

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Toiling in obscurity

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Some female athletes fit into a category dubbed sub-elites. They train vigorously in their sport, but usually finish behind the elite or professional athletes. Yet, most of these women exhibit an optimism and determination that keeps them going.

Author: Douglas, Scott
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, Analysis, Sports, Motivation (Psychology), Women athletes

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Cutting back

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Runners can benefit by cutting back on training before a race. The length of time over which mileage is reduced should be in proportion to the length of the race.

Author: Douglas, Scott
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Women's Sports and Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1099-6079
Year: 1993
Training, Running, Runners (Sports)

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