Runcast 04 - Marathon deaths/Victoria marathon/Winter running tips

We talk about three runners who died during the Detroit marathon on October 18; Crystal from Victoria in BC, Canada, joins me on the phone to describe the recent Royal Victoria marathon; and, with the cold weather approaching fast, I'll share some tips on what to wear for winter running.



Links mentioned in this podcast:

USA Today: Autopsies Monday for three Detroit marathon runners
USA Today: More tests needed for men who died in Detroit marathon
Running Cardiologist Expert Paul Thompson, M.D., Comments on Marathon Deaths
Protect Your Heart: The Running Doc shares four simple tips for marathoners
American Heart Association's checklist
Chicago Marathon
Royal Victoria Marathon
Video: Royal Victoria Marathon
Runner's World Magazine's 10 Tips for Running in the Cold

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American Heart Association's checklist

When should I consult my doctor?

Some people should consult their doctor before they start a vigorous exercise program. See your doctor or other healthcare provider if any of these apply to you:

• You have a heart condition or you've had a stroke, and your doctor recommended only medically supervised physical activity.
• During or right after you exercise, you often have pains or pressure in the left or mid-chest area, left neck, shoulder or arm.
• You've developed chest pain or discomfort within the last month.
• You tend to lose consciousness or fall due to dizziness.
• You feel extremely breathless after mild exertion.
• Your doctor recommended you take medicine for your blood pressure, a heart condition or a stroke.
• Your doctor said you have bone, joint or muscle problems that could be made worse by the proposed physical activity.
• You have a medical condition or other physical reason not mentioned here that might need special attention in an exercise program (for example, insulin-dependent diabetes).
• You're middle-aged or older, haven't been physically active, and plan a relatively vigorous exercise program.

From American Heart Association Physical Activity guidelines

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Video: Royal Victoria Marathon

Royal Victoria Marathon, October 11, 2009

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Detroit Marathon Deaths

By now we all have heard about three deaths during the Detroit marathon on October 18. While extremely sad and unsettling, the deaths should not cause the alarm among runners. Clara Moskowitz of Livescience.com explains why.

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Lose that beer belly

Need a reason to start running? Check this funny commercial.

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RunCast 03 - Beginner's training/Why is Boston marathon special

 I'm going to talk a lot about marathons. They seem to be the ultimate goal for every serious and many not-so-serious runners. I'll explore what makes Boston marathon special. And finally, I'll talk about the training for the beginners - how to start your running training.



Links mentioned in this podcast:
Chicago marathon
World Marathon Majors
Joan Benoit Samuelson
Boston Marathon History
Running resources for the beginners
8-Week Beginning Runner's Training Program

Reference:
Get Fit Running book
Complete Book of Running

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Amazing running photos

Check these outstanding running photos, curtesy of Runner's World magazine:
http://bit.ly/ckOrG

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