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To help you fight the urge to slack on your running routine, follow these motivational tips. Some of these pointers are inspired by my personal experience as a clinician working with clients in treatment for substance abuse (for whom finding the motivation to stick with newfound sobriety is critical) and are proven to motivate those who need it most:

The mere image of a syringe can prompt cravings in an addict who used to shoot up to get high. A similar dynamic can engender the development of healthy habits. For example, a friend of mine who once was a serious runner used to put her running shoes at the front door as self-motivation for those long, early morning runs. Other people go so far as to sleep in their running clothes, or put their running shoes on the floor next to their bed.

And though endorphins help prevent muscles from feeling pain, it is unlikely that endorphins in the blood contribute to a euphoric feeling, or any mood change at all. Research shows that endorphins do not pass the blood-brain barrier.

Exercise increases the levels of endocannabinoids in the bloodstream, Linden explains. Unlike endorphins, endocannabinoids can move easily through the cellular barrier separating the bloodstream from the brain, where these mood-improving neuromodulators promote short-term psychoactive effects such as reduced anxiety and feelings of calm.

No wonder doctors feel like hamsters running on an exercise wheel to nowhere. And this sense of futility is driving burnout. How much patient care will you get out of docs who have moved on to nonclinical jobs, retired early, or committed suicide due to burnout The time for rumination and hand-wringing is over! It is time for medical organizations to cooperate, take prompt action, and avert a health care crisis by protecting one of their most precious health care resources.

If your body is not using energy efficiently due to poor running form, it not only makes you slower; it also tires you out faster, meaning your legs are more likely to feel heavy. Therefore, maintaining good running form can prevent you from fatiguing too quickly and reduce the chance of tired legs when running, as your body is working more efficiently.

With EIB, it can feel discouraging when you're actually in good physical condition but you cough and wheeze after a long run or even short sprint. But, don't let this discourage you. Exercise is important for lung health. The Surgeon General recommends at least 150 minutes a week. So, what can a person with EIB do If you have trouble breathing during exercise, talk to your healthcare provider. There are a treatments and other strategies to keep you active and healthy.

What something feels like in perfect weather is not going to feel the same in heat, cold, hills, or days where you just had a fight with your spouse. Those days are going to feel harder, so the body will get a tough workout at a slower pace.

How long should running shoes last In general, a pair of running shoes should last between 400 to 500 miles of running (3 or 4 months for regular runners). Take a look at your shoes and check if the midsoles and outsoles are compressed or worn. If they are, it may be time for a new pair.

One way to determine your pronation is to have a footwear specialist observe your gait when you run. Another way is to examine the wear pattern on a well-used pair of running shoes. Use this guide to figure out your pronation and the level of shoe support you might consider:

Running can be both a friend and foe. It is a chance to feel better but also a chance to guilt yourself, to give evidence to the negative thoughts that try to conquer your mind. Rationally, we all know that running can make us feel better, but how do we put that into practice

Sometimes an issue with running is that it gives you too much space to think. My mind is always on overdrive, and I can feel myself growing depressed with the clarity to think and reflect. So I break my run down to stay focused. I think of how far I am so far, and how much further to go, what fraction is that of my run, etc.

It comes down to the same message to find what works for you. Get those songs that boost you up and make a playlist of them. Then play that during your run. Tell yourself to run for the entirety of the song. The trick is that by the end, you probably feel alright to continue.

You can also use running as a symbol of your mental strength. Every step, every leap is a reminder of the gift of your body. Use it as a moment to feel grateful for this body that carries you through life and allows itself to push and be pushed. Be thankful for your mind, as much as it struggles it is the one that you got on this run, that wants to achieve and feel better. Choosing to feel bad is easier than choosing to feel happy.

You have made the most significant step by merely wanting to go for a run. It is easier to let depression wash over you or numb you, but you are choosing to feel and to act. That is the hardest step; each step afterwards is far easier. Get yourself outside, out of that familiar environment, and let adrenaline do its job. Lower your expectation and treat whatever you manage as an accomplishment because it is. Well done, you!

Welcome to Symptoms of Living! A place where I like to relieve myself of the barrage of thoughts and ideas filling my mind. Here I'll take a look at various topics, from books to BPD, series to self-harm, there's nothing that we can't, and shouldn't, talk about.

When you were little, did you ever run away Maybe you packed up your backpack and made it down the driveway or around the corner to your friend's backyard. But after a little while, you forgot why you were running away and it was getting dark out, so you went home.

Running away is a serious problem. According to the National Runaway Switchboard, an organization that takes calls and helps kids who have run away or are thinking of running away, 1 in 7 kids between the ages of 10 and 18 will run away at some point. And there are 1 million to 3 million runaway and homeless kids living on the streets in the United States.

Kids who live on the streets often have to steal to meet basic needs. Many take drugs or alcohol to get through the day because they become so depressed and feel that no one cares about them. Some are forced to do things they wouldn't normally do to make money. The number of kids with HIV or AIDS and other diseases is higher on streets, too, because these kids might use IV drugs or have unprotected sex (often for money).

It might feel like there's no way to fix the problems that are making you think about running away. If you can, tell your mom or dad how you feel. They need to know that you're upset or that you're afraid they don't love you or want you around. It may be possible to work together as a family to change things for the better. Sometimes talking with a counselor as a family can help.

If the problem is as serious as abuse and a parent is involved, then talk to a teacher or counselor at school, a good friend's parent, a close relative, or another trusted adult. Let that person help you find somewhere safe to stay. It might be hard to share this secret because you may feel ashamed or afraid of getting someone in trouble, but remember that abuse is never your fault.

If your friend is thinking about running away, warn him or her about how tough it will be to survive on the streets. Your friend is probably scared and confused. Try to be supportive and help your friend feel less alone.

It takes courage to tell an adult that your friend is about to run away, but try to do this as soon as possible. Being a real friend doesn't mean keeping a secret when it can hurt someone. It means doing the best thing possible for your friend. And running away isn't a solution for either of you. It only leads to more problems and danger.

Exercise-induced asthma, or exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB), happens when airways get smaller during exercise. Asthma triggered by sports or exercising can make it hard for you to breathe. You may have asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath during or after physical activity.

Anyone can get exercise-induced asthma, including children and adults. People with asthma and allergies are more likely to have the condition. Sports-induced asthma is more common among elite athletes, including Olympic athletes and professional football, soccer and hockey players.

Indoor sports and those with short bursts of activity are less likely to trigger an asthma episode. But any activity can cause symptoms. Be sure to talk to your provider before starting any exercise program.

Your provider will ask about your symptoms, including when you have them and how long they last. After listening to your lungs, your provider will ask you to perform an activity that usually triggers your symptoms (such as running outside). Then your provider will measure your lung function with a spirometry test.

I've been testing the On Cloudlow shoe ($140) for several months now, and I can vouch for the fact that they are different than any other running shoe. Usually, I need a lot of cushioning in a sneaker, so I initially thought the On design would be too pared-down for my gait. However, I've found that the shoe is actually fairly springy in its own right. \"It cleverly takes the first heavy blow off the street and then lets the runner transition naturally to the forefoot, where the Cloud elements become firm for a stable stance and an explosive take-off,\" says Allemann. My feet feel light in them, and I've been running even better.

Thanks for reading! The feeling is very common. You probably only need to give yourself a break and focus on the positive side of things if it is possible. However slow your pace is, the point is you are moving. Progress is progress. no matter how small.

Shannon Rattai started running later in life. The lure of nature and exploring creation has led her on m