Although freezing temperatures are still here and the flowers have yet to bloom, spring must be right around the corner! At least that’s what I keep telling myself…
Spring is a season of change: we switch our snow boots for rain boots and the Oval blooms with new growth and active people. After this horrible winter weather, it is only natural that we are anxious for spring’s warm sunshine.
Spring season is the perfect time to introduce running into your regimen, to challenge yourself and hit the road. Columbus offers a variety of events and it is not too late to accept the challenge. Recruit your friends, benefit an important cause, and enjoy the warm weather while exercising! Here is a list of upcoming Columbus events!April Events: Columbus, OH
Apr 5, 2014 1 Day for the K.I.A.
Apr 5, 2014 Malik West Memorial 5K Walk/Run Against Gun Violence
Apr 6, 2014 Give Kids A Smile 5K
Apr 6, 2014 Lifetime Indoor Triathlon - Easton, OH
Apr 6, 2014 Running with the Buckeyes 5K
Apr 12, 2014 Bunny Hop 5K
Apr 12, 2014 Color Me Rad - Columbus
Apr 12, 2014 NSPIRE Race to Heal 5K
Apr 14, 2013 Physicians Free Clinic 5K
Apr 21, 2013 Hanger Clinic 5K Run and Walk for Limb Loss
Apr 26, 2014 Columbus International 5K
Apr 26, 2014 Cougar Challenge 5K
Apr 26, 2014 ODU Alumni Panther 5K
Apr 26, 2014 Pat Tillman Shadow Run
Apr 26, 2014 Race to Eliminate Sexual Violence
Apr 26, 2014 Step Up to Health
Apr 27, 2014 Akita 5K Race and Fun Run
Apr 27, 2014 Ohio Duathlon (formerly Spring For SIDS Duathlon)
May Events: Columbus, OH
May 3, 2014 Capital City Half Marathon
May 4, 2014 Cinco de Mayo 5K
May 4, 2014 Kevin Mullin Memorial 5K
May 4, 2014 Spirit Sprint 5K
May 10, 2014 Great Amazing Race - Columbus
May 10, 2014 Run for Living Water
May 17, 2014 Komen Columbus Race for the Cure
May 18, 2014 Walk to Cure FM (Fibromyalgia)
May 24, 2014 PetPromise Rescue Run
May 26, 2014 Ring Around the Roses Memorial Day 5KIf you are nervous about running your first 5k, don’t worry! All runners started somewhere. It is important to start training at a comfortable level. It takes time to build endurance and to learn proper running technique in order to prevent injury. Cool Running provides a Couch to 5K (C25K) training plan that will transform you from a winter couch potato to a 5k athlete in only nine weeks. This plan is also available as an iPhone app.
Happy spring training!
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1. It's just the basics.
I think we all know this but just to remind everyone, deodorant goes such a long way! If you are an athlete who does not like the white residue some deodorants leave then try using a spray deodorant. Either way do not walk into any type of practice, game, whatever without putting on deodorant.
2. Just an easy tip.
Assorted tea bags arranged on a white surface.
Photo by K8 on UnsplashHere's an easy tip for stinky shoes. Try putting tea bags into your shoes to keep them smelling fresh and to remove odors. This also works with putting tea bags into your gym bags to keep bad smells away.
3. As a college student, I get it.
I get it, we are in college, some are away from home, not a lot of responsibility. One thing that should ALWAYS be a responsibility is clean clothes. If you know you are all out of practice clothes, your practice jersey smells terrible, etc.. GO WASH IT!
Nobody wants to work with someone who smells musty and nasty the whole time. And you definitely don't want to be the person is who looked at as the nasty one on the team. It's simple, just plan ahead and wash your clothes.
4. Time to be real.
man running in forestPhoto by Shashank Shekhar on UnsplashTime to be real, we all sweat. Some sweat more than others. We all sweat by our private areas, the only thing I can say that can help eliminate odors in private areas when sweating is grooming. So if you have lots of hair around your private hair more then likely odors will be present.
All I can say is try to stay clean down there if you sweat a lot by your private area take extra measures like soaking in apple cider vinegar with lukewarm water.
5. Shower right after.
Empty shower stalls in a tiled bathroom.
Photo by - Kenny on UnsplashTry to shower right after a practice or a game if you can. This helps get rid of smells fast. Even if you are playing an away game, if somehow you are able to at least wash up your main areas before getting on a bus ride, you are helping the problem.
6. Another get real moment.
Ladies, sometimes playing sports and being on your period can be hard. Try to stay fresh and clean down there. If you aren't a tampon person, make sure that you always have extra pads with you. After practices or games wash extra good in those areas just to ensure any bad odors are gone.
7. Take home your clothes.
If you have lockers, make sure that you are taking home your practice clothes with you. If you don't smells will soon start to build up. If you have to keep your clothes in your locker try to add a small air freshener
8. Be nice!
"Kindness Matters" on a pink board with a tiled backdrop.
Photo by Copper and Wild on UnsplashIf you notice that someone on your team may need a reminder when it comes to hygiene, simply talk to them in private, You don't have to be mean about it. Offer them advice when it comes to hygiene and how to take care of themselves.
9. Disinfect!
if you play a sport that requires lots of contact with other people or objects try to disinfect have much as you can. it is better to disinfect. With everyone sweating, bacteria can start to build up.
Also, in all honesty, you never know what someone may have(a skin infection, a cut, etc..), so better to be safe than sorry when it comes to disinfecting equipment.
10. Just keep up with yourself.
I always say, just keep up with yourself. I understand you may be very busy but your hygiene is so important, taking care of yourself is important! Stay clean, create your own hygiene routine, and you'll be ok.
There it is! Hygiene is something we can all agree on is important. So keep up it, care about your hygiene!
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