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		  Welcome to the weekly newsletter from Active.com, the world's most comprehensive portal for athletes of all levels.   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] NEW! Piranha sponsored athlete program  [IMAGE] Ironman Hawaii on Active radio  [IMAGE] Cycling: A pump is your most important accessory  [IMAGE] Exercise and motherhood: it's good for you both  [IMAGE] Hiking: Breaking in   ... and more.     [IMAGE] ACTIVE RADIO: IRONMAN HAWAII DIRECTOR SHARRON ACKLES In two weeks, defending champ Peter Reid (left) joins the world's best triathletes in Kona, Hawaii, for the Ironman World Championships. On Wednesday 9/25, the "Sports You Do Show" welcomes race director Sharron Ackles to preview this always-epic event.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/community/activeradio       FROM OUR PARTNERS    Ultima  Hydration 101: New Clinical Data Puts Ultima Replenisher on Top.  According to a new study from researchers at the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, Ultima Replenisher is a more effective re-hydrating beverage than the leading sports drink. Side by side tests demonstrate Ultima's ability to improve endurance and efficiency during exercise and muscle recovery afterward.   ORDER TODAY FOR DISCOUNTS AND A FREE RUNNING BOTTLE!     [IMAGE]  ENERGIZE YOUR WORKOUTS. MAXIMIZE YOUR SAVINGS. Save now with a $200 rebate on Life Fitness X-Series elliptical cross-trainers. Our patented ComfortStride? motion delivers a smooth, low-impact, total-body workout for maximum results. Look, feel, and perform your best with the finest home equipment from the #1 brand in health clubs worldwide.   CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS  [IMAGE][IMAGE]     ADVIL Take control of your running pain.  For tips on how to help prevent and treat shin splints, visit the Advil
 Pain-Free Running site at advil.com/painfree/running .      FEATURED EVENTS OF THE WEEK     FEASTER FIVE ROAD RACE, Nov. 22, 2001  Run 5 miles or 5K at this 14th annual race in Andover, Mass.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=974846     REGGAE MARATHON, Dec. 8, 2001  Get into the groove at this inaugural race in Negril, Jamaica  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=968639    SAN DIEGO MARATHON, Jan. 20, 2002  A great early-season race along the North San Diego coastline  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=957246     [IMAGE] PIRANHA ATHLETE-SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM: APPLY NOW! Piranha is recruiting "Mountain Legend" snowboarders and skiers to positively promote their new line of high-fuel energy drinks as Piranha Xtreme Team sponsored athletes. Hurry -- the application deadline is Oct. 15, 2001.  More ...      EXERCISE AND MOTHERHOOD For years, women were advised to not even do distance running, let alone run while pregnant. Now, science backs up the experience of many pioneering women: that both activities are good for you -- and your child.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=7944&sidebar=13&category=running     CYCLING: CHOOSING A PUMP A pump can be a lifesaver when you get a flat miles away from the nearest available help. Bike Doc Ed Burke explains what you need to look for.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=7987&sidebar=21&category=cycling     HIKING: BREAKING IN No matter how fit you are, your daily routine probably doesn't involve hauling a 40-pound pack up and down mountains. A little know-how can help you break in more easily.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=7973&sidebar=449&category=outdoors     RACE FOR THE CURE Help in the fight against breast cancer by participating in a Race for the Cure 5K run/walk in your area. We've put together a page with all you need to know about the popular series, including a calendar of RFTC events, training articles and more.  [IMAGE]http://www.active.com/raceforthecure/     CHECK INTO THE HEALTH CLUB! Our new "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/     NEW! SAVE ON EVENT REGISTRATIONS WITH ACTIVE ADVANTAGE Athletes: Wouldn't it be nice to get a few bucks off your event registration fees? Well now you can with Active Advantage. Now, in addition to getting some of the lowest flight, hotel and rental car rates around, ActiveAdvantage members get a special discount when they register for events on Active.com. Triathlons, leagues and local 5Ks -- save now with ActiveAdvantage! More     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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