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The great thing with running, unlike many other sports, is that it’s very simple to objectively measure progress. How are you progressing? Or have you got yourself into a rut? We may not all be destined to become elite runners, but most of us feel pretty psyched when we see even small improvements. The older I get the more I look to small improvements for my motivation.

I love inspirational songs. If you look around the gym you will see that a majority of people exercising are wearing earphones and you can bet they are listening to music. So what songs get you going.

Nothing gets you motivated like a video. You can also find quite a bit of humor in fitness videos. Here are a few spanning the spectrum.

When you need a little motivation or inspiration to keep running for your big race bring it all into balance with some of these tips. Tips to help you get to the finish line of your marathon.

When learning how to swim properly, it’s important to develop proper breathing rhythms that involve blowing bubbles when the face is down. Learn about the importance of balance and proper stroke mechanics in swimming with help from a professional endurance coach in this free video on swimming techniques.

“Make running a habit. Set aside a time solely for running. running is more fun if you don’t have to rush through it.” -Jim Fixx

So this is a good time to start your new exercise regime, right ? It’s the first of the year and you are ready to take on the challenge. You want to be a runner or if you are a runner you want to get that elusive PR.

So you are now starting out a new running program and you think to yourself that in order to be a runner you need to run and run a lot. Now, one misconception about running is that running every day is going to make you a better runner.

The first thing I had to do was learn that I could do it – Sue Stricklin, runner

When your young and just beginning, you have a dream, an unrealistic dream, of what you can achieve. Follow that dream, hold onto it. Don’t let it disappear.

People today tend to overdo. This applies especially, I think, to distance runners and the training they do. What you should do is develop a training program that suits your physical makeup, your stamina, and your ability as a runner. -Gayle Barron, marathoner