Tag: Running

Nutrition plays an important role in athletic performance, experts say

by Adnan Alam
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    By CHRISTOPHER WHITCOMB
    Cronkite News

PHOENIX — Runner Jon Gordon, who recently took part in two races during the Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon two-day Remix Challenge, has learned the hard way that improper nutrition can spoil a race day.

“I notice the races where I wasn’t able to prepare properly, you feel a little sluggish,” said Gordon, 31, who ran the 5K on Saturday and then the 10K event on Sunday during race weekend. “You feel kind of full at race time. So when I stick to my regimen and eat well I feel like I have a lot more energy.”

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Local PBA bowler runs to find edge on tour

by Adnan Alam
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By RUSS OVIATT
Cronkite News

PHOENIX – Bowling is his profession. But running is Andrew Cain’s passion. The two endeavors work hand in hand for the 35-year-old from Phoenix.

“Mentally, it gets me in the right frame of mind. It’s great to be out with nature, a lot of people enjoy that experience, but it certainly helps me mentally to try and get a little bit of perspective and focus,” said Cain.

Cain was the National Amateur Champion in 2002 and has been part of the Professional Bowlers Association since 2007. He’s earned over $79,000 and has one PBA Regional title, but is still looking for his first PBA National title. Continue reading “Local PBA bowler runs to find edge on tour”