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Our Favorite “Better For You” Food Swaps

We don’t pretend to be nutritionists here at IBX Running but we do have some experience trying to improve our diet over the years. We thought it would be fun to create a post about our favorite “better-for-you” substitutes for common foods.

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Vegan and Vegetarian Nutrition for Runners

Consuming a diet that is vegetarian or vegan has been very popular recently because of their advantages for the environment, ethics, as well as health. This guide is specifically designed to meet the dietary requirements of athletes that have adopted organic regimens. Now let's get ready, refuel, and get started!

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Unlock Your Sprinting Potential

Want to sprint faster? Check out our ultimate guide to sprinting, featuring 10 expert tips on how to sprint faster and longer. Let's start running.

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Barefoot Running: Discover 10 Benefits

Discover 10 benefits of running barefoot, including improved balance and stability, enhanced foot flexibility, and mental clarity. Improve your health today.

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Running as Therapy

Did you know that running can be a great tool to keep yourself mentally healthy as well? In this post we will take a closer look at the mental health benefits of running, as well as some things you can do to maximize the therapeutic gains from running.

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What is an Ultramarathon?

Ultras can indeed be.. ultra. Some go upwards of 100 miles! In this post, we’ll look at the details surrounding this extreme level of competition as well as how people start training for an ultramarathon.

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Do You Really Need Those Arch Supports?

Many runners complain of flat feet or sunken arches. Most of us have visited a podiatrist or orthopedic specialist to see if there is anything that can be done for sore feet that come from running, especially as we get older. Arch supports, inserts that are either pre-made or custom-fitted, are often prescribed to help runners hold their feet in position.

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Post Your Runs on Instagram!

Don’t be shy! Lots of runners post their runs on Instagram or other social media platforms. Not only is it a great way to share your progress, but you can also help motivate others to take up the sport.

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Try Some Incline Intervals

If you’re looking for a challenge to your next workout or want to spice up your training plan with a new type of run, then this is the post for you.

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Couch to 5K Explained!

Are you ready to run your first 5k? For many, the idea of running 3.1 miles all at once can be overwhelming. If you haven’t run since high school gym class and would like to participate in an event soon in your community, our Couch to 5k program can be a great tool to use to meet your goals.

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Types of Runs Explained

Turns out, there are many different types of runs that we work through depending on our training goals and the sequence of workouts that we do. This post will explain the main run types that show up on training plans.

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