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Family-Friendly Ideas to Take Advantage of Longer Summer Days
Because more sunlight means more time for fun activities!
By Natalie Hay

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Why Training Shoes are Different Than Running Shoes
Because you shouldn't clean and jerk in shoes designed for a marathon.
By Michael Nystrom

The Best Holiday Gifts for Kids Under 10
Dinos, guitars and space oh my!
By ACTIVE.com

The Best Holiday Gifts for Kids Over 10
Kid and parentapproved gift ideas for your preteen or teenager!
By ACTIVE.com

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The Best Virtual Turkey Trots to Run This Thanksgiving
Just because we're all still dealing with the pandemic, doesn't mean you have to let the turkey trot tradition die this year.
By ACTIVE.com

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Family Projects That Give Back
Clean, create, care and learn together with one of these seven ways to spread kindness!
By Natalie Hay

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How to Swim Safely in Natural Bodies of Water
Before you dive in, here’s what you need to know about safely swimming in natural bodies of water.
By Kim Dinan

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What to Consider When Looking for a Family Pet
From responsibilities to allergies, make sure you're ready before taking the leap!
By Natalie Hay

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When Does Running Get Easier for Beginners?
When will running start to feel easier for beginners? Find out what you can do to adjust to the demands of running faster so you can experience the le
By Sabrina Grotewold

7 Exercises to Tone Your Oblique Muscles
Want those Vshape abs you see on the cover of fitness magazines? Add these exercises to your routine.
By Cat Perry

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11 Fun Basketball Games for Kids Besides H-O-R-S-E
No matter your child's skill level or shooting ability, he or she is sure to have fun playing one of these five basketball games.
By Brian Kendall and Angela Bekkala

8 Surprising Ways to Kill Your Cravings
Sticking to your health goals can be difficult when cravings strike. Try these innovative ways to divert your attention.
By Joan Khalaf

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Family Camping Essentials Checklist
Covering basics and beyond, keep these lists handy when you head out on your next family camping trip, so you can be sure you haven’t missed a thing.
By Kim Dinan

10 Dynamic Warm Up Exercises for Youth Athletes
Ditch static stretching for these nine dynamic exercises that warm up the whole body for activity.
By Angela Bekkala

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5 Phases of Stress Fracture Recovery
Stress fractures can take weeks or months to heal. This fivephase recovery plan will get you back on the roads without setbacks.
By Marion Herring

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2 Pains in Your Shin That Might Not Be Shin Splints
Shin pain doesn't always mean you have shin splints. It might be a sign of some other problem. Here are two conditions that are sometimes mistakenly d
By Marlene Cimons, Runner's World

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