USA Track & Field certified coach, elite athlete, and author of "Running For Happiness and Health: A Beginners Guide to Faster Pain-Free Running",  Jason Fitzgerald joins The Nation to discuss some of the basics of running.  Whether you are a beginner or seasoned veteran, Jason's book will give you practical advice and drills that can help you become a more fit, faster runner while reducing the chance for injury.  We discuss:

• How to prevent injuries
• Strength and core workouts
• Goal oriented motivation for fun
• Discipline vs. motivation
• Is the 10% rule for everyone?
• Consistence is the "secret sauce"
• From from the beginning
• Short Hill repeats are the secret for injury prevention
• What are Strides? and how can they help you?

Visit his Website Strength Running or visit his blog

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