💩 How to speed Mother Nature along


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?
  • 🥶 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.
  • 💩 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.

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.

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.

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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