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My body, my self

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Society puts a great deal of pressure on women to be thin, and women runners in particular feel they must be thin to compete. This is not necessarily true and does not take into account the different body types. Women must watch for symptoms of eating disorders.

Author: Othersen, Megan
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1993
Psychological aspects, Analysis, Eating disorders, Body image, Body weight, Women track and field athletes

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Anti-aging diet

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All people, and particularly those over 50, need a diet high in nutritious, low fat foods. Beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, calcium, chromium, fiber, fluid and other nutrients can help the body stay younger, healthier and more flexible.

Author: Othersen, Megan
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1992
Health aspects, Aging, Diet

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Summer running: too hot to handle?

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People who run in hot weather risk possible heat stress, cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Runners should know their limits, drink a lot of water, try to run at cooler times of day and wear loose, light clothing.

Author: Othersen, Megan
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1993
Prevention, Environmental aspects, Running, Heatstroke

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