Sports Coaching and Athletic Training: Nutrition & Injury Risks

Understanding which sport causes the most injuries can help coaches develop better safety protocols. Proper nutrition and school athletic grants are vital for fostering student-athlete success and development.

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12 Essential Tips for New Runners

Published Jan,08 2019 | By Jody Braverman

If you're new to running, you probably have a thousand questions. Get the basics down and you'll learn as you go.

Running & Body Types

Published Jan,30 2018 | By Jody Braverman

Body types can, to a certain degree, determine your running ability and can serve as an indicator of the type of running at which you may excel. In general, distance runners are short and light, while sprinters can be tall and bulky.

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Which Is Better: Running Outdoors or on a Treadmill?

Published Jul,05 2017 | By Jody Braverman

Some runners hate to be stuck inside on a treadmill, especially when there’s beautiful weather and great terrain available outside. Other runners appreciate the convenience of hopping onto a treadmill and getting their workout in without having to consider routes or weather. But which one is better?

Jody Braverman is a professional writer and editor based in Atlanta, GA. She received a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Maryland, and she is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, and yoga teacher. She has written for various online and print publications, including Livestrong.com, SFGate, Healthfully, and Chron.com. Visit the writer at www.JodyBraverman.com.