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		<title>Recipe: Chocolate Chia Milkshake</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 11:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[People seem to either love chia seeds or don’t. But if you’re a fan of chia, here’s another way to incorporate them into your pre- or post-workout fueling. This “milkshake” uses soy milk and gets its thickness from the gelatinous property of chia sees when allowed to soak in liquid. The drink is easy to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Why More Cushioning in Running Shoes Does Not Reduce Injuries</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 11:25:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Impact forces generated while running are thought to be a leading cause of overuse injuries among runners. So to reduce injuries, it is therefore desirable to reduce impact forces. Yet, as I discussed in length in my previous article, “Rethink Traditional Assumptions When Choosing Running Shoes,” the traditional way this issue has been approached by [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How to Choose Running Shoes to Avoid Modern Day Foot Binding</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:01:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When assessing the fit of new running shoes, it is important that you fit shoes to your feet rather than trying to fit your feet to the shoes. One of the most important (and overlooked) elements to look for is adequate width in the toebox, which is vital for your foot’s ability to function properly [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Rethink Traditional Assumptions When Choosing Running Shoes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 00:46:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You may be surprised to learn that the traditional assumptions that have guided the design and prescription of running shoes over the past three decades lack scientific support. This article provides a research-based perspective on the topic, and equips you with a set of guidelines for choosing shoes for optimal health and performance. Part of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Running Shoe Buying Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 00:45:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Use these guidelines when choosing running shoes. To learn more about the science behind proper running footwear, read “Rethink Traditional Assumptions When Choosing Running Shoes.” Relative to what you are currently using, look for shoes that: Minimize heel to toe drop Minimize material under foot Maximize room in the toe box The aim is to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Video: Standing Hip Abductions</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 11:15:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[These are a standing version of the Lying Hip Abductions (aka Side/Lying Leg Raises or &#8220;Jane Fondas&#8221;). The standing version engages more core muscles as you balance on one leg. Stand on one foot. Maintain tall and straight body position. Squeeze medial glute (side of hip) to abduct (move away from body) as far as [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tap into Health Information at Your Fingertips</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:35:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sarah Vieweg</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s not uncommon for athletes to obsess over topics related to health, healthcare, general well-being….really all things related to the body and human physiology. And as endurance athletes, most of us are consistently dealing with some sort of niggle related to our ever-present desire (need?) to run, bike and/or swim on a daily basis. We’re [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Recipes for Clif Bar Aficionados</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:53:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As a general rule, energy bars should not be used as a replacement for meals or snacks throughout the day. Instead, they should be reserved for long training sessions when you need to replace calories to sustain energy levels. Better to reach for whole foods—that include fruits, nuts, vegetables, lean proteins—to fuel hunger and replenish [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Recipe: Banana Cookies</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:02:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Athletes are often told to eat their bananas. That’s because bananas are not only a good source of carbohydrates for pre- or post-workout fueling, they’re also an excellent source of potassium—422 mg per medium size banana. Potassium is an essential mineral—along with sodium—for nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and water balance. The recommended intake of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Chrabot Earns Second Career USAT Elite National Championship</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Multisport Reporter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[San Diego, Calif. &#8212; Matt Chrabot finished as the top American and 14th overall to earn his second career USA Triathlon Elite National Championships title Saturday at the Omegawave World Triathlon San Diego at Mission Beach. Chrabot (Virginia Beach, Va.) logged a time of 1 hour, 49 minutes, 23 seconds on the 1,500-meter swim, 40-kilometer [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Jorgenson Tops ITU Field En Route to USAT Elite National Championship</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2013 01:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[San Diego, Calif. – United States Olympian Gwen Jorgensen grabbed the lead in the final mile of the run to claim the first victory for an American woman in International Triathlon Union World Triathlon Series history Friday at the Omegawave World Triathlon San Diego in Mission Beach. Jorgensen (St. Paul, Minn.) covered the 1,500-meter swim, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What Do You Get When You Mix an Athlete with a Passion for Cooking?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:37:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam Hodges</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I first met Matt Oscamou, founder of Frontier Snacks, when we were neighbors in Boulder and he was putting together a cooking video for the Rachel Ray Show. Although an engineer by profession and an athlete with a background in competitive rowing, I quickly learned that food and cooking for Matt was more than something [...]]]></description>
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