Should You Shower After And Before a Run? (Hot VS Cold Water)

Whenever possible one should take a shower after one goes for a run. Showering can not only rinse off the salty sweat residue, but it can also help to regulate the core body temperature. It is recommended to wait for a while before jumping in the shower. By cooling down for 20-25 minutes or so after the workout, one should be cooled down enough that one will be done sweating.

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Do You Really Need a Running Watch? Is It Worth It!

While itโ€™s ultimately down to personal preference, getting a running watch is most likely to be worth it if one wants to accurately track his/her running metrics. Running watches can broadly be split into three different types: GPS Watches, Fitness Tracker, and Smart Watches. Having a good watch means they do not have to worry about carrying their phone on the runs. It will help you track your progress and can be a great reward for completing a run streak or program.

Does Running Outside Burn More Calories Than On a Treadmill ?!

Studies have been done comparing treadmill running with the same activity outdoors. The most common finding is that due to: stride, forward motion, muscle activity, and oxygen consumption, more calories are burnt outside than in. The general consensus is that outdoors you burn 5โ€“7% more outdoors than on a treadmill.

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