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Run News for August 1, 2024
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Running “icks” according to Gen Z
If you’re new to the running community or think you might be out of the loop with younger runners, here are “icks” according to the new generation.
One-stepping: Constantly running one step ahead of your running partner regardless of the pace. Why run ahead of them?
Easy runs in super shoes: Carbon-plated super shoes make you feel fast, but it isn’t good for your feet to run in such a stiff shoe all the time. Running in flexible shoes that are less bouncy will build strength and stability in your feet and legs between speedier workouts. Save the $350 shoes for the times when you care about running fast.
Noise-cancelling headphones: If your headphones block out external noise, please don’t run in public. Fellow runners should be able to inform you that they are passing so that you can make room. Not to mention, it’s dangerous to be unaware of your surroundings.
3/4-length tights: These are out of style. Seven-eighths-length tights are the new, acceptable length.
Not moving over on the sidewalk: If you don’t move to the right side of the path or get into a single-file line when you see a runner coming towards you, that is a faux pas.
Wearing shorts over tights: This restricts your hip movement and makes you look amateur. Embrace the leggings to look and run like a pro.
Jogging on the spot at red lights: This creates poor biomechanics. Here is more detail on why jogging in place at red lights is frowned upon.
Spamming Strava: Strava groupies don’t want to see your warmup, workout and cooldown as separate uploads, let alone your individual workout reps. Uploading weight workouts or casual walks to Strava is a good way to lose kudos.
Running with your phone in your hand: Improve run form and prevent hand cramping by getting an arm band or a running belt for your phone.
Is mustard good running fuel?
The condiment used to spice up hot dogs and bologna sandwiches is being repurposed by runners. Many athletes swear by it as a way to stave off cramps and provide a quick energy boost. In 2022, a viral video featured former Canadian hockey player Mark Letestu sucking down a mustard packet on the bench.
The theory for why mustard combats muscle cramps is that it stimulates nerve receptors in the mouth, esophagus and stomach, signaling the brain to stop cramping. This is the same ingredient in pickle juice, another popular anti-cramping remedy. Additionally, mustard’s turmeric content, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, helps ease muscle soreness after a run.
The verdict:
The jury is still out on the effectiveness of mustard.
Most evidence supporting mustard improving muscle cramps is anecdotal. A 2022 study found that athletes consuming 30 packets of mustard post-exercise experienced no change in symptoms, even 60 minutes after eating it.
With only three to five calories per package, the energy content in mustards is too low to power your runs or fuel a kick at the end of your race.
The placebo effect of mustard could be a real thing —believing in a boost can actually give you one, so if mustard is your secret sauce then go ahead with it!
Investment bank predicts bright future for bikes
Investment bank Houlihan Lokey shared a new research report on the bike industry predicting a promising future with stabilizing supply chains, rising sales and a surge in mergers and acquisitions.
The impact of alcohol’s color on hangovers
Does the color of alcohol affect hangovers?
In general, the percent-ABV and number of drinks consumed are the two factors that predict hangovers. A lesser-known factor that also impacts hangovers is called congeners.
Congeners get created during the alcohol fermentation process. The amount that get created depend on the carbohydrate used for fermentation, such as grapes for wine, or grains for beer. The distillation process also influences the quantity of congeners in a beverage.
As a general rule, the lighter the drink, the lower the congener level. This means that clear alcoholic beverages like vodka, light rum, gin, sake and white wine are low in congeners, while amber or dark tequila, cognac and whiskey are high in congeners. Bourbon whiskey has more congeners compared to most other alcoholic drinks.
Alcoholic beverages high in congeners are more likely to give intense hangovers. A published study found that those who drank bourbon had more severe hangovers compared to a group that drank vodka.
The takeaway: Choose lighter-colored alcoholic beverages like light beer, vodka, light rum, gin, sake and white wine to have less intense hangovers.
Fertility tracking app raises $200M
Flo Health, a fertility-focused app raised $200 million at a value of more than $1 billion.
The popular female health app helps women to track their periods and increase their chances of getting pregnant.
The company has served 380 million users globally. Flo plans to use part of the fresh $200 million to appeal to older users with a focus on menopause and perimenopause.
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We’ve been told our whole lives to eat certain fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to stay in good health.
However, according to Dr. Steven Gundry — a world-renowned heart surgeon — many so called “health foods” in the American diet contain a toxin, that could be expanding your waistline.
This harmful condition is best known as “leaky gut,” and it’s affecting millions of people nationwide. Signs include weight gain, fatigue, digestive discomfort, stiff, achy joints, and even skin problems.
The good news is, this problem can be easily fixed from your own home.