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Weird Running Terms
This past week while the Fun Run group was here, I overheard a conversation between two runners who were discussing their training for an upcoming

Explore Harrisburg’s Wildwood Park
For those looking for a local escape from the everyday, Dauphin County’s Wildwood Park offers a rustic retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban

Running On Vacation
Around this time of year, many of us go on vacation, which begs the question: Do I continue my usual running schedule? The simple answer

Embracing the Summer Heat
It’s June. The sun is out and days are as long as they get in the calendar year. Unlike in the winter, your day is

It’s Not About A Trophy
Greenbrier Ultra Marathon Race Recap My name is Travis Helsel and the sport of my choosing is running, trail running to be exact. My trail running

Strength & Mobility Training for Runners
“Don’t run to get in shape, you must get in shape to run.” – Diane Lee Activities like walking and running are very approachable ways

Your Body Isn’t Invincible! The Importance of Pre-Run Stretching
Speaking from my own experience, there are many evenings when I get home from work and all I want to do is throw on my

Why Hearing Aids Are Like Running Shoes
This month we are featuring a story from Kristin, a customer from AppRunCo-Altoona. Kristin is a runner who works at Lemme Audiology in Altoona and has given a

El Camino de Santiago
Running and Outdoor enthusiasts often have ambitious goals whether it’s an initial 5k, a first half marathon, or completing a full-length hike of the Appalachian

Local Race Recap: A Holiday Race With A Unique & Creepy Twist
As a runner who has run several hundred races, I often try to find races that are different or unique in their own way. That’s

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