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Now, if that has you saying, "Melissa, I don't sing well and I really don't know any good Christmas songs," then you're in luck! You don't have to sing well to reap the benefits of belting out a tune. For real! Speaking of benefits... check out these ways caroling can help your pulmonary function which will make you a better runner:
Strengthens Respiratory Muscles: Singing uses and strengthens your diaphragm and intercostal (rib) muscles, which are crucial for deep, efficient breaths during running.
Strengthens Respiratory Muscles: Singing uses and strengthens your diaphragm and intercostal (rib) muscles, which are crucial for deep, efficient breaths during running.
Deep & Controlled Breathing: It trains diaphragmatic breathing (belly breathing) and teaches you to control the flow of air out of your lungs (exhalation), similar to pursed-lip breathing used in pulmonary rehab.
Increases Lung Capacity & Stamina: Sustained singing improves respiratory endurance and lung capacity, helping you maintain airflow and effort for longer periods, just like running intervals.
Improves Efficiency: Singing requires managing airflow and pressure, making your respiratory system more efficient at taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide, which translates to better performance and less fatigue when running.
Improves Efficiency: Singing requires managing airflow and pressure, making your respiratory system more efficient at taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide, which translates to better performance and less fatigue when running.
Enhances Posture: Singing encourages better posture, allowing for more open airways and more effective breathing.
Moving on... now let's look at a Christmas carol that's perfect for runners. We might be a little behind on the curveball as we don't actually have 12 days of Christmas left, but that's okay! This is one of the longest holiday tunes you'll ever croon and it takes a lot of wind to do it. So, to get yourself ready for that Christmas morning run and then a crazy morning of unwrapping presents, practice this song today and you'll not only be more jolly but more winded (like the play on words) in a good way.
The 12 Days of Christmas: A Runner’s Edition
On the first day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
A fresh new pair of running shoes
On the second day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the third day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the fourth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Four water stops
A fresh new pair of running shoes
On the second day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the third day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the fourth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the fifth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the fifth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the sixth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the seventh day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the eighth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the ninth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the tenth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the eleventh day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Eleven strength-day circuits
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Twelve reasons I love running
Eleven strength-day circuits
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the sixth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the seventh day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the eighth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the ninth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the tenth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the eleventh day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Eleven strength-day circuits
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my running gave to me:
Twelve reasons I love running
Eleven strength-day circuits
Ten carbs for fueling
Nine foam-roll sessions
Eight mindset shifts
Seven sunrise runs
Six playlists playing
FIVE GOLDEN PRs!
Four water stops
Three easy miles
Two tech-fit socks
And a fresh new pair of running shoes
And there you have it friends. The Christmas season is full of traditions and adding the singing of this song to that list will add a little tinsel to your tempo runs. And who doesn’t want that?
So grab your Santa hat, lace up your shoes, and enjoy this runner’s take on the classic Christmas song. Sing it loud (or at least hum it while you’re out on your long run) because as Buddy the Elf always says, "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
So grab your Santa hat, lace up your shoes, and enjoy this runner’s take on the classic Christmas song. Sing it loud (or at least hum it while you’re out on your long run) because as Buddy the Elf always says, "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
Merry Christmas and Happy Running!
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