Tuesday's Training Tip: Chew some gum

This one might not sound like much of a tip.  In fact, I was skeptical.  When other runners mentioned that they couldn't get along without chewing gum on the run, I thought they were crazy. I was convinced that having a piece of gum in my mouth would present a choking hazard while I was gasping for breath! I don't remember why I decided to give it a try, but I'm glad I did.

Here are the benefits I discovered about chewing gum.

• It gives your brain another distraction. (See Mental Tricks)
• The rhythm of chewing helps you settle into a running rhythm.
• In warm/hot weather gum is the next best thing to water!  It keeps your mouth lubricated and lessens the discomfort of a warm weather run.
• It tastes good!

I use gum when I am riding a bike for the same reasons I use it on the run, and I have never choked! Give it a try.

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Happy Running!
Carol - aka Running Granny Green

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