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		  Welcome to the weekly newsletter from Active.com, the world's most comprehensive portal for athletes of all levels.     [IMAGE] [IMAGE]   [IMAGE]  Click Here!Check out Triathlete Magazine!    [IMAGE]    [IMAGE]  If you wish to donate funds toward the relief efforts in New York City and Washington, D.C., Helping.org  includes links to numerous aid agencies and groups. [IMAGE]  In this issue:  [IMAGE] Piranha sponsored athlete program  [IMAGE] Running: Formulas for marathon success  [IMAGE] Swimming: Coming back from an injury  [IMAGE] Cycling: Heart rate training   ... and more.     [IMAGE] MARATHON: FORMULAS FOR SUCCESS Ingredients for a successful marathon include a coordinated training program, proper nutrition and hydration, rest, and a strong support system. A clear goal is also a key to marathon success.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=8115&sidebar=13&category=running       FROM OUR PARTNERS    Ultima  What's the best sports drink? Ask the Marines...about Ultima  If you're running in the Marine Corps Marathon on October 28, you'll be able to shoot for a 'personal best' thanks to Ultima Replenisher. Ultima is the official "On-Course" sports drink at Marine Corps and many other marathons, extreme sports events and triathlons. Ultima helps all kinds of athletes stay hydrated, energized and ready to take on the world. Whatever your sport, you'll do better and feel better training on Ultima Replenisher.   ORDER TODAY AND GET DISCOUNTS AND A FREE RUNNING BOTTLE!       FEATURED EVENTS OF THE WEEK     GULF BEACHES MARATHON, Jan. 20, 2002  Flat, fast loop course on the Clearwater, Fla., waterfront  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=968695&action=ct    92nd ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DAY ROAD RACE, Nov. 22, 2001  This 10K race in Cincinnati finishes at Paul Brown Stadium  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=968837&action=ct    METRO-ATLANTA NAPA AUTOCARE CENTER STRONG LEGS RUN, Nov. 10, 2001  Choose to run a 2K, 5K, or 10K at this Atlanta race  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=968636&action=ct    DALLAS JINGLE BELL RUN 2001, Dec. 18, 2001  The 18th year for this annual nighttime 5K run/walk, presented by Coca-Cola  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=970804     TURKEY TROTS: A THANKSGIVING TRADITION Doing a Thanksgiving Day run is almost as much a part of the holiday as cranberry sauce. All over the country, you can find 5Ks, 10Ks and more to justify your Turkey Day food fest and often help a good cause. On our "Turkey Trots" page, you can register for scores of races online!  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/turkey/      SWIMMING: COMING BACK FROM INJURY The subject of this month's Fitness Makeover is a swimmer/triathlete who's out of commission due to a shoulder injury. He's looking for ways to stay in shape and stay motivated while allowing his shoulder to heal.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=8076&sidebar=14&category=swimming     CYCLING: HEART RATE AND TRAINING "The more I work with cyclists who use heart-rate monitors," says cycling doc Ed Burke, "the more I realize that many cyclists train too hard or too easily because they do not realize the many factors that can affect heart rate."  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=8082&sidebar=21&category=cycling     CALLING ALL SNOWBOARDERS! Want to represent the coolest new high-fuel energy drink on the market? Check out our Piranha XT sponsored-athlete program. But hurry; the application deadline is Nov. 1, 2001.  More  ...    CHECK INTO THE HEALTH CLUB! Our "Health Club" section is continually updated with all the latest news and information on wellness, nutrition and fitness -- everything you need to know to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/healthclub/     GET FIT WITH ACTIVE TRAINER With ActiveTrainer, you can follow a prescribed program from top-level coaches, post your own program with our easy-to-follow wizard or grab a workout schedule from Active.com members.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/activetrainer/    Stay fit,   Your friends at Active.com    	


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