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Last Updated on August 7, 2021
Now that you’ve learned how to get the right pair of shoes from Anthony O’Neill, Track Shack co-owner Betsy Hughes helps you figure out what else you need in your walking or running wardrobe. Get her tips for the best types of socks to wear to prevent foot injuries and if you’re a female runner, she explains why buying the right sports bra is so crucial to your success.
For the Walkers, archery is more than just a sport. It’s a tradition spanning several generations, creating a legacy of success and priceless family memories learning to shoot together.
Joan Benoit Samuelson may be the most inspiring female distance runner ever. In 1984 she won gold in the first Women’s Marathon ever held at the Olympics. Just weeks ago at the age of 60, she completed the Boston Marathon within 30 minutes of her very first time, exactly forty years ago. Joan shares with Growing Bolder what she believes it takes to stay in the race at any age.
Who says you’re too old to play? Part of Growing Bolder is staying active, moving more and remembering to embrace fun and joy every day. And now, a breakthrough program at the University of Central Florida is helping build intergenerational relationships that lead to a win-win situation: kids who aren’t afraid of getting older and adults who are encouraged to get and stay healthy.
When it comes to aging, we’ve all been brainwashed. Growing Bolder is smashing stereotypes and sharing stories of hope, inspiration and possibility.
Ben Beach, now 67, is the first person to complete 50 consecutive Boston Marathons (and by the way, he completed this one in 5:01:26, which qualifies him to run #51 in 2018 if he chooses!).
Dr. Robert Masson is renowned for many things, and he inspires all around him to live life to its fullest, to live with passion and purpose and to always keep Growing Bolder. Now, that is leading to what may be one of the most unusual and inspiring story in all of motorsports.
Ann Kahl is the kind of friend we all need. She’s an encouraging, supportive and inspirational pied piper of health and fitness who believes we’re all over-medicated and under-trained. She’ll do just about anything to help anyone live a healthier and more active life. And oh yeah, she just happens to be 87 years old.
Should you stretch before or after your run? What’s the best way to get your muscles ready for exercise? And what exactly is a foam roller and how do you use it? Track Shack co-owner Betsy Hughes offers some best practices for stretching in this Team Growing Bolder Training Tip.
If you’re ready to get active but you don’t know how, let us help. Check out this Team Growing Bolder Training Tip to find out how to get off the couch and get into a new groove.
There is no doubt that a running or walking program can change your life, but sometimes when you first get started, there can be some ups and downs. In this Team Growing Bolder Training Tip, Track Shack co-owner Betsy Hughes explains how to push through the hard times and stick with it.
Jon and Betsy Hughes have owned their world-class running store Track Shack for more than three decades. Betsy discusses some of the people they’ve met over the years and shares stories of how fitness changed and even saved their lives. Get inspired to change your life.
Running isn’t a magic pill that will change your life overnight, but it’s a great way to start taking small steps that will lead to big changes. Track Shack co-owner Betsy Hughes explains how sticking with a fitness program will change every aspect of your life.
