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Marathon Blogger Joe A. Talks Marathon Prep

February 16, 2015

Are you in the early stages of marathon training? Learn how Joe A., a marathon runner, prepared for each of his five marathons in the past two years.Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 10K, 5k, Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, marathon prep, marathon recovery, marathon training, running, training
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Marathon Blogger Joelle Discusses Her Training and Challenges

February 9, 2015

Learn how Joelle, who is new to running, prepares for a race, and discover the challenges that new runners face. Find motivation for your upcoming race!Read More

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Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, gastric bypass, half marathon, marathon, running, training
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6 Sneaky Ways to Burn Calories with Your Family this Thanksgiving

December 2, 2014

Learn about fun and creative ways to burn some of the calories of the Thanksgiving feast with your family.Read More

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Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, autumn, black friday, exercise, football, holidays, lifting heavy objects, parade, pumpkin pie, running, Thanksgiving, turkey trot, walking
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Six Tips to Start Running

June 6, 2014

Want to learn how you can start running for your health? Find tips for choosing the best running shoes, staying hydrated, and choosing the best running.Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, dynamic warmup, hydration, Jeanne Doporak MD, jogging, Leslie Bonci, Map My Run, muscle cramps, Ron DeAngelo, running, sport drink
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Marathon Training Q & A

April 22, 2014

There are many different tactics that go into a successful marathon training routine. Learn more about marathon training, race day, and recovery tips.Read More

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Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, Aaron Mares, Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, dynamic stretching, faq, half marathon, marathon, Q & A, Ron DeAngelo, sports medicine, Twitter
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Video: Dynamic Warm Up in Marathon Training

March 12, 2014

Are you training to run a marathon? Learn more about the dynamic warm up method and how it can perform marathon performance.Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, dynamic warm up, half marathon, marathon, Ron DeAngelo ATC, UPMC Sports Performance Program, video
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Video: Tips for Training for a Marathon in Cold Weather

February 18, 2014

Learn more about training for a marathon during the colder months by reading this blog post and watching its related video by UPMC Sports Medicine.Watch Now

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Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: 5k, half marathon, Jeanne Doperak DO, marathon, marathon prep, pittsburgh marathon, runners