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💩 How to speed Mother Nature along

Published about 1 year ago • 1 min read

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Hi runners,

Jessy here with newsletter #353!

Happy Wednesday!

Here's what I have for you today:

  • 🏆 World Athletics has released the finalists for the 2024 Track Athlete of the Year...who has your vote?​
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  • 🥶 The cold weather is just around the corner, which means treadmill runs are too. Here are the best treadmill workouts for when you're stuck inside.​
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  • 💩 Runner's trots are one of our worst nightmares. We have the best pre-run tips to avoid the runs on your run!

Get ready to get faster!

Jessy Carveth
Senior News Editor

​🏆 World Athletics Announces 2024 Track Athlete Of The Year Nominations​

World Athletics has announced the nominees for the 2024 Track Athlete of the Year, celebrating athletes who delivered exceptional performances across global competitions this year.
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Here’s a detailed look at each of the nominees.

​🥶 The Best Treadmill Workouts For Runners​

The majority of runners usually prefer to run outdoors in the fresh air, taking even an outdoor rainy or snowy run over the boredom and monotony of running indoors on a treadmill.
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​However, as much as treadmill running may not offer the change of scenery, fresh air, and mental stimulation that only an outdoor run can provide, the treadmill can actually be a highly effective tool in any runner’s toolkit.

​💩 How To Poop Before A Run: 9 Tips To Empty Your Bowels Before A Workout​

There’s nothing more uncomfortable than having to poop while running, and runner’s trots are so named for a reason—running stimulates the bowels and makes you have to poop.
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​It’s not always possible to speed Mother Nature along, but if you’re wondering how to poop before a run, keep reading for some tips on how to empty your bowels before running.

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