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Shoulder Pain From Running: How to Cope

August 5, 2016

Tightness and pain occur in the neck, shoulders, and arms of many runners. Learn what causes this upper body pain and how you can prevent it. Read More

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For One Runner, Cross Training Makes the Difference

April 26, 2016

Marshall struggled after gaining weight. Read more about how cross training through UPMC helped him improve his health. Read More

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Tagged with: back to school, cross training, marathons, pittsburgh marathon, running, sports medicine

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UPMC Leads Pittsburgh Marathon Medical Team

April 23, 2016

The UPMC medical team provides world-class medical care at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. Read More

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Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, running, UPMC Sports Medicine

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Ready for Race Day: The Complete Marathon Checklist

April 12, 2016

Take on those 26.2 miles with this marathon checklist for runners, complete with the running gear you need to pack for race day.  Read More

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Running Gear for Marathon Training

February 7, 2016

When training for a marathon, you've got to have the right running gear. Learn about your different options based on the outdoor conditions in your area. Learn More

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Tagged with: cold weather running, compression gear, marathon training, marathons, running, running gear, running shoes

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Marathon Training Tips and Advice

January 25, 2016

Training for a marathon can seem like a very daunting task. We've compiled several of our best marathon training articles to help you start to get ready! Learn More

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Tagged with: cross training, half marathon, marathon, marathon prep, running, training

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3 Common Running Injuries and How to Prevent Them

July 4, 2015

A half or full marathon training plan demands a lot of your body. Find out how to prevent common running injuries that may happen after long runs. Learn More

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Tagged with: common exercises, IT Band Syndrome, Jonathan Greenawalt, plantar fasciitis, runner's knee, running, running injuries

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Marathon Preparation Questions and Answers

May 15, 2015

New and even experienced runners marathon runners have questions when preparing for a race. Find answers to some popular questions or ask your own! Learn More

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Tagged with: Brittany Patterson, Dick's Sporting Goods, Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, Kathleen Nachazel, marathon, marathon training, pittsburgh marathon, Ron DeAngelo, running, UPMC Health Plan Half Marathon

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Marathon Bloggers Report on March Progress

April 30, 2015

Find out how our marathon bloggers are doing as they close in on the Pittsburgh Marathon. Read More

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Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, half marathon, marathon bloggers, running