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It takes a certain type of person to become a “runner.” Dedication and determination are two key components of regularly running, taking up marathons and participating in local running groups. Running is a great way to maintain your health, relieve stress and get in touch with your well-being. These Twitter feeds will keep you motivated and offer running tips and tricks to make your run a smooth one.
Companies and Organizations
These companies and organizations are using Twitter to keep up with the public.
1. @halfmarathons : This is the Twitter feed for the online guide devoted to helping people condition and train for half-marathons..
2. @runningtimes : This online magazine tweets and is a great source for runners.
3. @Flotrack : Follow this site for tips on conditioning and amazing video footage of top track and field runners.
4. @B_A_A : This is the official Twitter account of the Boston Marathon. Learn how and when to sign up.
5. @NYRunningCo : The store that’s for runners by runners and tweets about functional merchandise for athletes.
6. @TeamStrands : This is the Twitter home of a post-collegiate team with Olympic hopefuls. Follow it for inspiration and news on these budding stars.
7. @Runnerworld : Get all of your running news and tips from the web’s favorite source..
8. @65MilesForKids : This marathon is dedicated to helping the kids and supports child healthcare and education.
9. @INGRunnerNation : ING is a huge advocate of runners and has the constant tweets with tips and helpful RTs to prove it.
10. @NewBalBoston : Follow this elite running team as they conquer races worldwide while maintaining full-time jobs and families.
11. @worldrunday : Cities all over the globe are participating in this year’s World Run Day. Find out about hosting a marathon in your town. All proceeds going to charity.
12. @GlobeMarathon : The Boston Globe tweets all marathon news right to your screen.
13. @MS Run the US : Check out the feed for this runner who founded the America for MS run.
14. @running_skirts : This company is eager to interact with female runners and have a loyal clientele that send in action shots of running in skirts!
15. @Cool_Running : The Twitter account for the online guide to running, which includes the famous couch-to-5K plan.
Runners and Bloggers to Follow on Twitter
These are the top runners and bloggers who cover running and tweet about it!
16. @NYDNrunning : The New York Daily News writer blogs about training for her first marathon.
17. @amarathoner_com : This runner tweets with a passion for running and if you’re impressed by this you have to read his blog…talk about intense!
18. @BrennanAnnie : Constant motivation and encouragement come from this blogger who runs, bikes and swims.
19. @Coupleontherun : This couple tweet and run together, proving running must be the ultimate stress reliever.
20. @runningbebe : This runner offers great advice for training on Twitter and at her website.
21. @MamacitaTri : Tri-athalons are this mom’s game and she’s always offering enthusiastic support to runners on Twitter.
22. @BklynRunner : This runner is fun on Twitter, but the real party happens at her blog where it’s non-stop training tips and marathon recaps.
23. @PunkRockRuner : Be prepared for the lighter side of running with this runner who blogs about his tri-athalon exploits.
24. @PinkChickRunner : This blogger started tri-athalons at the age of 55. Follow her tweets for motivation and inspiration to get you running.
25. @runs2eat : This mom is ready to run and has great tips, including snack ideas for athletes.
26. @weightinvain : Follow this Chicago runner and she looks to get in shape and lose the weight for good.
27. @rgulrjoerunning : This regular Joe provides running tips through his Twitter feed and his website.
28. @RunMikeRun : This guy’s training for his first half-marathon and tweets all about it.
29. @run_girl_run : This runner tweets about her training exploits and also has a running website that’s packed with including delicious recipes to fuel you.
30. @iRun2BeFit : It’s all running tweets all of the time as this blogger preps for her first marathon.
31. @runninglam : This NYC-based running blogger tweets about his training and pens a stellar blog with tracks and tips for runners in the area.
32. @runningbecause : He’s a runner and writes about it for a living. Follow his tweets because he’s a pro on the subject.
33. @seattlerungirl : This Seattle-based blogger is getting in shape and writing all about it.
34. @RunAttitude : Get ready for positivity and encouragement from this running blogger.
35. @iRunnerBlog : The main Twitter account for the iRunner website, this guy talks the talk and walks the walk when it comes to running.
36. @NordicMoxie : Just her tweets will be enough to get you outside and moving, since she does more physical activity in a day than most of us do all week (sad, but true).
37. @gpsrunner : Did you know your GPS can aide your running? Learn how from this blogger who writes on the subject.
38. @runnerNYC : This runner is always looking to interact with fellow athletes on Twitter.
39. @runpdx : This mom is a runner who’s now training for tri-athalons and has a husband who participates in IronMan. Those must be some fit kids!
40. @Running_Fox : Dance Mind is penned by an anonymous professional ballerina in conjunction with her therapist and talks about the trials that come with this demanding job .
41. @idiotrunner : This former smoker is getting a handle on health by taking up running.
42. @AndSoiRan : Follow this health blogger as she whips into shape and discovers running. There is tons of advice for runners of all stages at her site.
43. @RunUltras : It’s mostly running chatter from this marathon vet who knows a thing or two about training.
44. @fatmenrunning : Big guys who are training can get inspiration and tips from this guy who’s doing the same.
45. @SeeKrisRun : This health nut is in the biz, knows what it takes to train and isn’t afraid to share her secrets.
46. @runjohnerun : Follow this Bostonian as he trains for the big day (and we aren’t talking about a wedding).
47. @TriciaRunning : This mom runs, proving to the rest of us, there’s no such thing as being “too busy” to be in shape.
48. @runnerkelly : This Austinite runs marathons and is always one to lend running advice on Twitter.
49. @lucky7runner : This runner provides constant Twitter updates and while she no longer writes her blog, the archives are full of tips and positivity for runners.
50. @runnersrambles : This blogger writes about running 24/7 and is eager to share smart tips.
Runners all over the world are uniting through social media. Learn tricks for beginning to train to making it through your first marathon with the constant stream of chatter on Twitter revolving around the subculture of runners.
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Fencing is one of the oldest sports in existence, being one of only four sports that have appeared in each one of the modern Olympic Games. Male and female fencers alike say they enjoy the sport for its intellectual aspects, for the strategy, for the adrenaline rush of the competition, and for the intense physical challenges. In different parts of America, you’ll find kids as young as 5 years old learning how to fence, you’ll find businessmen skipping lunch for fencing bouts, and young adults winning scholarships for their fencing skill. If you are an avid fencer or would like to learn more, we recommend these top 35 fencing blogs.
Olympic Fencers’ Blogs
Our Olympic fencers are among the most passionate advocates for the sport. You’ll enjoy these.
1. Blog for Kurt Aichele : Kurt Aichele, member of the USA Fencing team, updates his blog at USA Fencing frequently.
2. Blog for Tim Morehouse : Tim Morehouse, silver medalist in the 2008 Olympic Games, writes this blog about his Olympic journey and his activities on USA Fencing.
3. Tim Morehouse : Tim Morehouse has his most active blog here. Recent posts include videos from different fencing events and reports from the National Fencing Championships.
4. Jason Rogers: Official Website : Jason Rogers, a USA Fencing member, silver medalist, and Ohio State University graduate, has his official website here.
5. NBC Universal Sports : Get coverage of Olympic sports all year at NBC Universal Sports.
Fencing Club Blogs
Fencing clubs all over the country are online; see what they’re saying!
6. NYU Women’s Fencing Blog : The members of the NYU women’s fencing team write about the sport.
7. NC Fencing dot org : The North Carolina region of the US Fencing Association shares news and events at this blog.
8. Greensboro Fencers Club : Greensboro Fencers’ Club is another example of a local fencing club that is passionate about their sport.
9. Jen’s Blog – Mid-South Fencers’ Club : Jen Oldham is a coach at the Mid-South Fencers’ Club who blogs regularly about fencing topics such as “Fencing For A Lifetime” and “10 Reasons To Keep Fencing Over The Summer.”
10. Matt’s Blog – Mid-South Fencers’ Club : Matthew Cox coaches fencing at the Mid-South Fencing Club also, and he brings many years of experience refereeing the sport at its highest level.
11. Houston Fencing Club : Read news and events from Salle Mauro, the premier Houston fencing club.
12. Mary Washington Fencing Club : The Mary Washington Fencing Club’s blog discusses current fencing events, club meetings, and movie nights.
13. The Point. : Olympia Fencing, a fencing academy in St. Louis, is the first of its kind in the area and aims to get kids and parents involves on their website.
14. Miami Fencing Scene : The Miami Fencing Club keeps its members posted about goings-on in the club and in the world of fencing in general.
15. jmcgilli’s blog : Jim McGillivray is a teacher at Bloomington Fencing who offers strategies and points to ponder on his fencing blog.
16. Jason Dazey’s blog : Jason Dazey, one of the coaches at the Bloomington Fencing Club, discusses the lessons learned in class as well as strategy.
17. jtn’s blog : JTN blogs about his experience in fencing tournaments.
Personal Fencing Blogs
Fencing is an extremely personal “team sport,” as most fencers will tell you. These fencers share their experiences from the strip, product reviews, event notes, and video.
18. Sentiment De Fer : Sentiment de Fer, a fencing blog written by a woman, was updated from 2005 to 2008.
19. Craig’s Fencing Blog : Craig has been blogging on Fencing.net since 2007, which led to his invitation to blog fencing at the Beijing Olympic Games.
20. A Fencer’s Musings : Steve Sin is an American saber fencer who lives in Seoul, South Korea.
21. The Gray Epee : Jim Kent from North Carolina started fencing at the age of 51 and records his progress here.
22. Peach-Fencing.Net : Peach is a Pennsylvania teacher who has been fencing for 16 years and enjoys using sabre.
23. Qatet-Fencing.Net : “Qatet” is a female fencing coach in Austin, Texas who has introspective posts on tournaments and the mental aspect of competition.
24. lindajdunn – Fencing.Net : Linda J. Dunn reviews fencing equipment such as sports bras and fencing shoes on her Fencing.net blog.
25. MikeHarm – Fencing.Net : Mike Harm has been fencing foil and epee for seven years and likes to blog about his experience in tournaments.
26. Allen Evans – Fencing.Net : Allan Evans has been fencing for over 30 years and is currently a fencing coach. His blog offers excellent discussion on fencing strategy.
27. samh – Fencing.Net : Samh has been fencing for seven years. A Canadian, he primarily fences epee.
28. I’m fencing like a monkey : An interesting blog by a middle-aged club fencer, self-described as “mediocre.”
29. Rants, Raves, and Thoughts Unleashed : “The Koby” is blogging about his personal challenge to fence every day for 60 days.
Fencing Coverage and Notes
These blogs and websites are great places to learn fencing results and news from around the sport.
30. Ten Thousand Fencers : Ten Thousand fencers is a website ambitiously created to get 10,000 new people fencing.
31. The New Jersey Star-Ledger HS Girls Fencing Blog : Extensive coverage of New Jersey girls fencing on this newspaper blog.
32. The New Jersey Star-Ledger HS Boys Fencing Blog : New Jersey high school boys fencing is covered well on this blog.
33. AskFRED : FRED is a great fencing website that enables fencing tournament organizers to post results and events.
34. Fencing Sucks : This blog is a unique humor website written to “poke” fun at the people and peculiarities of the sport of fencing. Definitely a lot of inside jokes that you just won’t understand unless you’re a fencer.
35. COLLEGE FENCING 360.com : College Fencing 360 Blog covers all the latest news and fencing tournaments in the world of college fencing.
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Mixed martial arts, or MMA, is a brutal spectacle to watch. As the opponents do everything but throw the kitchen sink at each other, you may wonder what exactly is going on. Or you may really love it. There’s a reason why it’s one of the most rapidly growing sports in America. MMA is unpredictable and full of excitement at every turn. We’ve combed the Net to help you find the top 50 MMA bloggers, and here theyare…
Magazines and Newspapers
These blogs are written by professional journalists.
1. FIGHT! Magazine MMA Blogs : FIGHT! Magazine gives you in-depth analysis on all the MMA action from Bear Frazer and Danny Acosta.
2. TKO : The Daily Mirror’s online home covers MMA in detail on the TKO blog.
3. Dallas MMA Blog – ESPN Dallas : Andrew Plante, Sean Malone, and Anthony Njokuani discuss MMA news from the nation and the North Texas area.
4. Inside the Octagon : Inside The Octagon is the MMA blog of LoHud.com, the website for New York’s Lower Hudson Valley.
5. Mixed Martial Arts Blog : John Morgan, a leading MMA reporter, blogs for The Dallas Morning News here.
6. UFC : Cagewriter – Yahoo! Sports Blog : Cagewriter is the Yahoo! Sports MMA blog. Covering the ultimate fighting world with aplomb, the Yahoo! Team of bloggers know the sport well.
7. Fighters Only Magazine Blog : This UK-based MMA publication features commentary on the latest fights as well as an always-busy forum.
8. MMA Stomping Grounds : Stomping Grounds is the informative and frequently updated blog of the Baltimore Sun.
Multi-Writer MMA Blogs
9. Cage Pages | A MMA blog for diehard MMA fans : Cage Pages is a news and blog site on the Fan Sided Network featuring the writing of Josh Sanchez, a MMA expert.
10. Five Ounces of Pain : Five Ounces Of Pain covers Strikeforce, UFC , Bellator, and other MMA circuits on their blog.
11. MMA Insider Blog : The MMA Insider blog gives you all the latest news you won’t find on other MMA blogs, including exclusive interviews.
12. Friday MMA Blog : At MMAblips, get a cool mix of blogs and news from all over the Net.
13. MMAjunkie : MMA Junkie is one of the leading MMA websites online, featuring tons of exclusive news articles, interviews, and opinion pieces.
14. MMA Blog : MMA Blog has a striking dark theme and some solid content about the recent fights.
15. Sherdog Blog : A five-member editorial team and a huge stable of contributors keep the MMA posts coming on Sherdog.
16. Bloody Elbow : Bloody Elbow says they’re the best place for news, commentary, and community online “pound for pound.”
17. CagePotato.com : Cage Potato features photos of the “ring girls” on its site, as well as training videos and a discussion forum.
18. Cage Today Blog : Cage Today gives you overall rankings, an event listing, and a MMA directory in addition to a great blog.
Individual MMA Blogs
19. Ronin5 Martial Arts Blog : Ivan provides interesting video, links and analysis on his MMA blog.
20. Let There Be Fight : At Let There Be Fight, see video, photos, and interviews from Matt Kaplan.
21. MMA FIGHT VIDEO DEPOT | MMA FIGHTS : Get awesome free fight videos and news on this blog.
22. MMA Game – Fantasy Betting League : MMA Game Blog gives readers fantasy betting information.
23. MMA Blog – Mixed Martial Arts Blog : John Fordyce posts videos and commentary about MMA events on his blog.
24. Punch Kick Choke- the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Blog : The writer of Punch Kick Choke displays humor and intelligence when predicting fight outcomes.
25. Suki MMA : This page has Japanese MMA news translated to English for a bigger audience.
26. The MMA Fighter Blog : Every day the MMA Fighter Blog has fresh, new content for your reading enjoyment.
27. Cooper’s Pick : Cooper’s Pick is the rare bookmaking website that provides in-depth analysis of the fights.
28. Atlantic MMA Blog : Combined with fight analysis are tips about how to eat healthier and get yourself in shape to fight.
29. MMA Blog : Liam Gyson posts information about the theory of MMA as well as fight results and opinion.
30. DFN Sports MMA Blog : DFN Sports writes this witty and insightful blog about fight results and event recaps.
31. MMA Blog | Mixed Martial Arts Blog | EA SPORTS : If you like playing the EA SPORTS MMA game, you can’t miss this behind-the-scenes blog.
32. Fight3r : At Fight3r, you can read the best blog posts from the MMA world.
33. FightLaunch.com : Read the latest UFC news and read exclusive player interviews.
34. Fight Opinion : At FightOpinion, Zach Arnold blogs about media coverage of fights as well as the future of MMA as a sport.
35. Grapple Monkey : Grapplemonkey posts news about MMA and links from around the world that you might not see on another blog.
36. M-1Global.com : M1-Global is one of the main MMA leagues in the world, featuring stars like Fodor Emelianenko.
37. Mid-Atlantic MMA : Mid-Atlantic Mixed Martial Arts covers both the national fight scene and the regional action.
38. MMA Blogger : This blog is about jiu-jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai and other hand-to-hand, weapon-free combat.
39. MMA News & Blog : At MMA Chump, read the latest MMA news and listen to the weekly “radio” show about the UFC.
40. News & Blogs | MMA News and MMA fighter blogs : MMA Jacked has almost 20 different user blogs hosted on their website, for a fun mix of news and opinions.
41. MMA Mania : MMA Mania focuses on the UFC news, results, and gossip that make the fights so interesting.
42. MMA R Us : Always providing readers with the latest MMA news, MMA R Us also has good analysis of each fight.
43. MMA Scraps : MMA Scraps combines individual fighter pages with a smart, well-written blog that pulls no punches when it comes to fight analysis.
44. MMA Video Blog : MMA “log” has many good fight videos dating all the way back to May 2007.
45. MMA Blog : Good fight commentary on the UFC, Strikeforce, WEC, Bellator, Shine Fights, MMA Big Show, and ICF leagues.
46. The Arena – MMA Blog : This is the blog of The Arena, a premier fighting gym in San Diego.
47. MMA News Blog : The MMA News combines photos, videos and blog entries from around the Web.
48. Bipolar Puncher : Get fight analysis and commentary plus the latest MMA news here.
49. World Extreme Cagefighting : Get all the latest news and results from World Extreme Cagefighting here.
50. Wrestling 101 Blogs ” MMA Scene : Wrestling 101′s website has embraced MMA events and commentary.
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Sports lovers, and in particular sports spectators love a good drink. But when it comes to knowing vodka, you can learn a good amount from vodka aficionados who have increasingly taken to blogging to explain their passion.
Vodka aficionados range from college kids downing Jello shots to stay-at-home moms brewing fruity cocktails to old timers who drink it straight up. Check out this wide array of vodka blogs to get acquainted with the drink or learn about new variations that are released.
Vodka 101
Get to know the variety of vodkas on the market, including how they’re distilled and what to expect in terms of flavor.
- Boozy Gynaan – Learn About Vodka : From a rundown of the best brands to how vodka is distilled, you’ll get a good lesson on the drink at this blog.
- Vodkaphiles : A complete list of vodka brands, as well as cooking tips and recipes for the beloved drink.
- Brilliant Vodka : Learn about the different types of vodka on the market and get easy cocktail recipes.
- Vodka Emporium : You’ll adore this blog that gives you news on vodka experiments such as vodka noodles (?!).
- Cooking with Vodka : Get recipes and tips on cooking with vodka from the guy who wrote the book on it, literally.
- Cocktail Nerd : Get reviews and numerous cocktail recipes at this organized site.
- Tristan Stephenson : This blog revolves around various types of hard liquor, but there’s an exceptional cocktail recipe section revolving around vodka.
- Vodka Club : Learn about vodka tasting and making at this informative site.
- Tastings – Vodka : Learn everything you need to know about vodka at this fantastic site that explains types, regions and distillation.
- About Eastern Europe – Vodka : Check out this hub for a lesson in vodka and drinking etiquette in Eastern Europe.
- Martini Muse : Get the scoop on vodka, including the different brands on the market and vodka news about eco-friendly and organic varieties now available.
- Gin Vodka : Learn the history of vodka and its origin, which dates back to the 9th century in Russia.
- Zimbio – Best Vodka Brands : An overview of some of the best vodka brands available, as well as a section on vodkas that are the best value.
- Culinary Types – LiV Vodka : This cooking blog takes you for a journey at this Long Island vodka distillery.
- Cocktails – Vodka : This brief history of vodka is interesting, and explains the areas that vodka became popular after originating in Russia.
- Slate – Which Vodka is the Best? : Slate did the dirty work for you and tested several vodkas to find their best choice. This entry includes prices and origin of the tested drinks.
- Keg n Cork – Vodka : This liquor site has tons of information for drink lovers and the vodka section is simple for beginners to understand.
- Professor’s House – Vodka : With all of the vodka facts packed into this article, you’ll be ready for Trivial Pursuit: Vodka Edition.
- Ask Men – Black Vodka : A tutorial on black vodka and a few of its uses can be found here.
- Drinks Heaven – Vodka Ingredients : A quick, yet thorough overview on what vodka is, along with a couple of recipes to try.
- Absolut Ad – How Absolut Vodka is Made : See how one of the most popular vodkas is created.
- YouTube – How to Make Vodka from Potatoes : See the machines that ferment potatoes to create the sugars that eventually become vodka.
- Ayushyeda – About Vodka : This online magazine has an extensive section on vodka, explaining the distilling process and different types of popular vodka fusions.
- Brands of Vodka : Learn about vodka brands, how to taste and the various ways it can be served on its own or in a cocktail.
- That’s the Spirit! – Vodka : Give this quick read a chance to get you familiar with vodka and learn about the production process, as well as a few recipes.
- The Globalist – Russia Through the Vodka Glass : A brief history of vodka in Russia, including an overview of stoli.
Vodka Cocktails and Recipes
Questions on how to put vodka to good use can be answered at these blogs and sites that are packed with recipes for cocktails and cooking.
- 1001 Cocktails – All Vodka Recipes : These cocktail recipes are rated by readers, so you have an idea of what to serve next time you’re throwing a party.
- Make Martinis at Home – Simple Vodka Infusion Recipes : Simple and to the point, you’ll appreciate these no-nonsense vodka cocktail recipes.
- Fine Cooking – Lemon Vodka Cream Pops : Your guests will devour these creamy lemon pops enhanced with vodka.
- Canadian Living – Raspberry Vodka : Create this sweet treat to serve after dinner on a hot summer day.
- Epicurious – Penne alla Vodka : An authentic take on the classic Italian-American dish, this one will have your guests asking for seconds.
- Group Recipes – Jello Shots with Vodka The recipe for the essential party favor.
- I Love India – Easy Vodka Recipes It doesn’t get any easier than these super simple cocktail recipes, most of which contain only a few ingredients.
- Russian Vodka – Vodka Recipes This site has recipes, but also quick tips on how to color your vodka (it’s easier than it sounds).
- Crystal Head Vodka – RecipesThis vodka brand has taken the liberty of posting a few original drink recipes on their site. You’ll love the Pure Melon Martini which contains fresh watermelon.
- Intoxicologist – Three Olives Vodka Cocktails Delicious and simple recipes can be found here. Bonus: they’re perfect for parties since most contain only a few ingredients.
- Mix That Drink – Skittles Vodka Tutorial Go for a new spin on vodka with this unique concoction that can be consumed on its own or in a recipe.
- Cook Advice – Vodka Top Food Recipes Check out these reader favorites next time you’re in the kitchen, cooking with vodka. Great dessert recipes are available for those who want to try something new.
- Absolut Drinks The folks behind the vodka brand give you recipes for their wide variety of flavored vodkas.
- Tulleho – Vodka Recipes Pages of vodka recipes will make sure you never repeat a cocktail at a party.
- Barnoned Drinks – Vodka Skim this easy-to-navigate site for cocktail recipes for the items you already have in your kitchen.
- Swank Martini – Vodka Martini Recipes You’ll find a martini for every season at this site with an endless list of recipes for vodka cocktails.
- Vodka Cocktail Recipe Get reader-approved cocktail recipes that will delight your palette.
- Cocktail Making – Vodka Go wild with vodka by making these delicious cocktail recipes ranging from blueberry to peach fusions.
- Cooks – Penne Vodka Try different spins on penne vodka from the array of cooking recipes found here.
- Drink of the Week – Vodka Drink Recipes From standard fruit to Cajun spices, this mix of recipes is sure to have a recipe or 10 that you’ve never tried.
- Cocktail Times You’ll never get bored of vodka with this extensive list of cocktail recipes.
- All Recipes – Classic Vodka Cocktails From a Cape Cod to a Cosmotolitan, learn all of the basics at this site.
- Chow – 10 Recipes Using Vodka This list will make you want to break out the vodka for cooking tonight. We’re partial to the linguini with chorizo and clams in a vodka sauce. Delish!
- Martha Stewart Radio Blog – Summer Vodka Cocktails Pull out summer specialties like raspberries and pomegranate to concoct these delicious vodka cocktails.
Vodka is a versatile drink, making it a favorite worldwide. Whether you’re drinking it or cooking something up, there’s a plethora of sources online to find out a way to reinvent your favorite drink.
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