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Ashley Lauretta
Ashley is a journalist based in Austin, Texas. Her work appears in The Atlantic, ELLE, GOOD Sports, espnW, VICE Sports, Health, Men’s Journal, Women’s Running and more. Find her on Twitter at @ashley_lauretta.
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IT Band Pain? Don't Roll It. Do This Instead
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Dumbbells, Kettlebells or Barbells: Find the Strength-Training Tool That's Right for You
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5 Hip-Strengthening Exercises Every Runner Needs
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20-Minute Upper-Body Workout for Runners (Because You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Arms)
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Signed Up for Your First Ragnar Relay? Here's What to Expect
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Your Guide to Strength Training for Beginners and 6 Exercises to Try
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7 Treadmill Mistakes Sabotaging Your Running Workouts
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This Circuit Workout Is the Perfect Way to Start 2020 Strong
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Why the Captain's Chair Is Way Better for Your Abs Than Crunches
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#MondayMotivation Quotes to Power You Through Your Toughest Workouts
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You Have a Gym Membership, Now What? Try These Beginner Workouts
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Why Bulgarian Split Squats Are Better for Your Butt Than Lunges
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By Ashley Lauretta
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Why Hip Thrusts Are Better for Your Butt Than Squats
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By Ashley Lauretta
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The Very Doable Guide to Training for Your First Marathon
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By Ashley Lauretta
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How to Train for Your Very First Half-Marathon
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The Perfect Post-Marathon Recovery Plan to Bounce Back After a Big Race
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By Ashley Lauretta
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Ultramarathon Training Tips to Help You Finish Your First Race in One Piece
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By Ashley Lauretta
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Motivational Quotes from the World's Best CrossFit Athletes
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By Ashley Lauretta
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The 6 Best Running Apps for Any Fitness Goal
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By Ashley Lauretta
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The Best 5K Races for Any Fitness Level
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By Ashley Lauretta
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How a Bungee Workout Can Shake Up Your Fitness Routine
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By Ashley Lauretta
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15 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Running
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