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" With the warm weather fast approaching, it&amp;#039;s finally time for me to lace up my sneakers, say goodbye to my indoor workout and hello to the outdoor tracks for a killer run. Not only is it completely free (score!), it also builds my endurance, strengthens my bones, trims my waistline, and leaves me feeling so powerful. Want in? Here are few things to keep in mind this running season:  Run Outside. After being stuck inside all winter long, the change of scenery keeps me engaged and interested. Pace Yourself. I never start faster than I want to end. Pick one pace that you think you can maintain throughout and stick to it. Power Through Tough Spots. The one-and-a-half mile mark is always hard for me but instead of giving up, I motivate myself to keep going. Set small goals like making it to the next telephone pole or tree until you&amp;#039;ve finally hit the end. Know Your Power Song. Fidgeting with my iPod takes away from my run so I always have a pump-up playlist ready to go. Pick a song that has a beat you can run along to and sing! Sounds strange, but it actually helps your breathing. Cool Off. I never sit to rest directly after my run. Walk around until you&amp;#039;ve caught your breath again. Treat Yourself. I always feel accomplished and happy after I&amp;#039;ve powered through. &amp;quot;Runner&amp;#039;s high&amp;quot; is great but don&amp;#039;t stop there! Have a piece of chocolate - you&amp;#039;ve earned it.  Set Future Goals. Running the same distance for weeks is great for maintaining. But if you want to keep building your muscles and endurance, try and run just a little bit farther each time.   Are you a runner? Do you think you&amp;#039;d want to try it out? Sound off in the comments! "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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