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Gifts to pamper a runner??

My sil is a runner/triathlete and I want to put together a gift basket/box/whatever with some post-race pampering stuff. Not being as avid a runner as she is, I don't know what kinds of things might be most appreciated. Any suggestions?

Really running - training for a half

On New Year's day this year, I had a snowboarding 'incident.,' which included a trip to the E.R. and wearing a splint for a couple of weeks. During that time I took my exercising very easy.

Running Stories!

Hey guys, let's all share some funny/scary/interesting stories about things that have happened while running! They do this on Runner'sworld.com but their discussion boards are kind of messy. I'll start: One time I was running on this wide, beautiful trail through some woods near my house.

Run with water?

ENDORPHINS!! Just got back from the best run ever! I ran along the Charles (in Boston) and it was PERFECT weather.

Fitness Mind Body Spirit Games

I just did the 4M Fitness run in Central Park today. It was really humid (94%) and my times were WAY lower than my last NYRR race. It was a little depressing but it was my first time running in a couple of months.

Just started running ..

So i JUST started running (i have gone all of four times now lol) and i was looking for any advice for new runners you may have? (and wondering when the -omg-ive-never-run-before-and-think-i-may-die feeling will pass) thanks!!! have a great one ;)

Motivation

I have been really struggling to stay motivated and keep on my running track this time around. Anyone have any tips that helps keep them motivated for their run?

Running Outside...UPDATE

I am going running outside tonight for the first time in- ummm let's see... 3.5 months! I can WAIT!!

Massive site for runners and other athletes

www.pponline.co.uk - it's a huge site with hundreds of articles about sport and fitness, with loads of stuff for runners. There's a really good Answers section - www.pponline.co.uk/answer - where you can get help and advice. Loads of people use the site with a lot of knowledge about sport.

Which Half Marathon do you recommend?

I am planning to run 3-4 half marathons each year. Yesterday I found a couple web sites that list where half marathons are held and when. However how do you know if they are good races to run or not?