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      Sports Drinks Analysis ᐅ What to Drink when You Work Out (+ Recipe)

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       You get homefrom a 30-minute run tired but happy. You’ve really earned a tall glass of juice, right? Maybe not. It’s true that you need to replenish lost fluids after exercise, but it’s very important to think about what you drink after sports. The duration and intensity of your workout determines what is the best drink to rehydrate effectively.
      H2: Why hydration is so important in sports 
      The human body is made up of 50 to 70% water. This is why it is so important to rehydrate soon after working out. Are you drinking enough every day? 
      Even just 2% dehydration will affect your physical performance. (1)The most common signs of dehydration are thirst, fatigue, muscle weakness, headaches, and muscle cramps. That’s why it’s important to remember to drink before you get thirsty! You should also be well hydrated before you start your workout. 
      Not everyone needs the same amount of fluid to stay hydrated. Use our liquid requirement calculator for guidelines: 
      For longer workouts ( > 60 minutes) the recommendationis 150 ml of fluid every 20 minutes. But when do you really need sports drinks?
      What are sports drinks?
      Sports drinks are what is called “functional beverages”. Made up of water, carbohydrates, minerals and micronutrients, they hydrate you during exercise and give you energy during longer endurance workouts. Sports drinks can be purchased ready to drink, as effervescent tablets, or as a powder. You can also make them yourself. 
      When you do a tough workout, you are bound to perspire. When you sweat you lose valuable minerals that your body needs to be able to perform. Make sure the electrolyte drink you select contains the following micronutrients:
      sodium chloride
      potassium
      magnesium
      calcium
      iron
      copper
      zinc
      The right beverage for every workout
      Hypotonic Drinks
      Hypotonic drinks contain a lower concentration of carbohydrates and salt than blood. They are a great thirst quencher because they rehydrate you fast.  
      mineral water (or tap water)
      cold teas (herbal, fruit)
      non-alcoholic beer
      Hypotonic beverages are the right option for casual athletes (moderate exertion < 1 hour). Isotonic Drinks When the fluid concentration of a beverage is the same as in the blood, it is called isotonic. This kind of sports drink replaces lost fluids the fastest and is the right choice for high endurance, high intensity interval workouts lasting several hours. Isotonic drinks replenish energy and salt.  Iso drinks Mix juices and carbonated mineral water 1:1 Drink isotonic beverages after intense workouts (duration > 1 hour) to replace fluids and energy.
       
      How to make an isotonic sports drink at home
      70 ml fruit syrup
      930 ml mineral water (approx. 600 mg sodium per liter)
      20 g maltodextrin
      1.5 g salt

      Tip:
      Lightly sparkling or still mineral water is easier on your stomach and the better option for sports drinks. 

      Hypertonic Drinks
      Hypertonic drinks contain a higher concentration of carbohydrates or electrolytes than blood. 
      Energy drinks
      Fruit juices,100% – undiluted
      Malt beer
      Soft drinks
      Due to their high sugar content hypertonic drinks are great for filling up your glycogen stores, but can’t substitute liquids (after intense exercise > 1 hour) for casual athletes. 

      Good to know:
      Sports drinks shouldn’t be carbonated or contain alcohol or caffeine. 

      Deciding which sports drink is right for you depends on your needs. Body weight, temperature, and physical condition play an important role here. It’s always a good idea to hydrate with isotonic drinks before exercising and when you are doing a long, tough workout.
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      Go Full McConaughey With the Actor's Favorite Unorthodox Workouts

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      Struggling to get a consistent workout regimen at home? Matthew McConaughey’s workouts are anything but traditional, but they’ll boost your mood, health, and the monotony of isolation. Is it any surprise the actor’s got some unorthodox tricks up his sleeve to make movement a movement?
      1. Run From Home
      “Like any mammal, we’re always gonna make it back home. I like to run 20 minutes out, turn around, and drop and do 20 pushups 10 times during the run back.”
      2. Dance All Night
      “I could and should probably do it more often. It’s my favorite cardio. I don’t mind having a cocktail during some of my workouts.”

      3. Have Some Sex
      “The original exercise,” McConaughey writes in Greenlights. “It makes our companion see us in a more flattering light, which psychologically makes us feel like we look better.”

      4. Wrestle…or Not
      “I love it, but blew my ACL during a match. So now I spend a lot of time on the elliptical instead.”

      5. Just Schedule It
      “You don’t have to actually work out, just plan on it, that’s enough.”
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      Running in the Cold: Hot Tips for Winter Running Gear

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      There are places in the world in which the winter months are the most pleasant time of the year for run training. Of course, unless you happen to live in Australia or South Africa, you probably won’t feel this way.
      Particularly in the coming months, when there is snow on the ground and it is freezing cold, getting yourself outdoors to brave the weather will present a big challenge. If you still manage to find a way of motivating yourself to keep running in the cold, you can benefit from these advantages:
      Do you often feel tired and lack energy in winter? Then you will enjoy the burst of energy your winter runs give you even more.
      If you don’t take a break from running during winter, you stay fit year round and you get into shape faster in spring.
      You strengthen your immune system and toughen yourself up.
      If you complete your workout despite the bad weather, you will feel a sense of pride and accomplishment.
      I’m sure you are familiar with the saying, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.” There’s a lot of truth to that saying. To make running in the cold, snow and ice easier, we have put together a list of the hottest tips on cold weather running gear to keep you running in winter.
      Winter running gear essentials
      TDress like an onion! Wear several layers of clothing, one on top of the other. The first layer should consist of special, breathable functional underwear. This absorbs the sweat and then transports it out, away from your body. The second layer of your cold weather running gear should regulate your body heat. A good example of this would be an elastic stretch fleece shirt. The third layer protects you specifically against the wind and the elements like a Windstopper vest or a Gore Tex jacket.
      The right footwear
      For running on winter’s often wet and slippery surfaces, a running shoe with a good sole profile, like a trail running shoe, is essential. A breathable and water-repellent upper keeps your feet dry. Special running socks with extra breathability prevent shifting and slipping and help keep your Achilles tendons and calves warm.

      Warm head and hands despite the cold
      In the case of strong winds and frigid temperatures, wearing a running beanie or a headband is a good idea. Special running gloves keep your fingers warm. That way you’ll be safe from excessive heat loss.

      Our tip:
      Your body produces heat when your muscles move. Therefore, make sure to choose your clothing so the first few minutes of your run are a bit chilly. That way you don’t have to worry about being overdressed and can avoid heavy sweating and overheating.

      An absolute must: Warming up
      When it is particularly unpleasant outdoors, warm up at home. Good exercises for this are jumping jacks or walking high knees. But don’t work up too much of a sweat though, because you don’t want to start your run drenched in sweat.
      The cold won’t bother you much if you warm up before your run.

      Start off into the wind
      If it is not only cold but windy too, then choose a route in which you start running into the wind and finish with the wind at your back. That way you avoid getting too cold at the end of your run.
      Running in the dark
      If you prefer morning or evenings when you go running in winter, make sure to wear the right gear for your safety. Besides headlamps, reflective vests, safety armbands and safety shoe clips, there are reflective running beanies, jackets and gloves for running in the dark.
      More fun running in a group
      Get together with like-minded people. This helps motivate you and makes your training session twice as much fun.

      Don’t forget to cool down
      After you run, get somewhere warm as quickly as possible and take a shower or change into warm and dry clothes. If you are wrapped up nice and warm, you can do your cool-down stretches outdoors without the risk of catching a chill.
      Even if it is not as noticeable as in summer, you lose a good deal of fluids running in the cold. Therefore, make sure to drink plenty of water after your run.

      Our tip:
      Never put your running shoes on the radiator to dry. The strong and direct heat makes the material of the shoes stiff and brittle, thus reducing their longevity. Instead, stuff your shoes with newspaper and put them in a dry, heated, and well-ventilated room. After about an hour, you can replace the wet newspaper with fresh, dry newspaper.

      We hope you feel motivated to try running in the cold this winter. Just make sure you are prepared with the appropriate winter running gear!

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      Streak Running • Tips to Keep You Running Every Day

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      Have you ever considered running every day? This is exactly what you do in a run streak. We’ve put together a few tips to help keep you going in a running streak. 

      Definition: Running Streak
      A “streak” is when you run on consecutive days for a certain period of time. According to the rules of the United States Running Streak Association, a distance of at least 1.6 km counts as a run.(1)This is usually 12 to 15 minutes of easy running. You can’t make up missed runs or run ahead in a streak — you really have to run every single day without fail. At the end of the year, you can look at how many consecutive runs you completed. 

      6 Tips for Streak Running
      1. Set a running goal
      Running every day can be challenging for any runner. Choose a time of day that suits you, set your intended timeframe, and you’ve got your running schedule. 

      Tip:
      This method is good for beginners who want to start running; it will help establish some regularity for the body. The goal is to make running a normal activity that you want to integrate into your daily life.  

      2. Begin slowly
      The motivation is usually highest at the beginning. In order to keep this level up, you should start slowly. Streak running is not about breaking a new record every day. Divide your mileage up well, switch between running fast and slowly, shorter and longer distances. This is a great way to develop your running potential. 

      Tip:
      In order to add variety to your daily running routine, you can mix in different training methods: fartlek, long slow runs, tempo runs, or crescendo runs.

      3. Discover the benefits
      Running every day is not at all detrimental to your health. Studies show that moderate daily exercise improves your overall health.(2) 
      By starting your training with short and slow runs, you give your body time to adjust to the effects of exercise. You protect your joints, avoid overtraining, and prevent painful injuries. 
      You can gradually make running a new habit in your daily life. With the short runs you can carve out space in your life for running. Friends and colleagues who might be skeptical about your athletic enthusiasm will be more understanding of short workouts.

      4. Listen to your body
      There is no place for excessive ambition in streak running, like any kind of professional training. Beginner runners should be careful about the goals they set for themselves. Give your body time to get used to running. The moment you feel that you are overtraining, take a break from your run streak. Typical running problems like shin splints and ankle sprains are nothing to laugh at. Knee problems and back pain resulting from poor running form are common side effects of overtraining. You can prevent problems like this by warming up properly. Bodyweight training exercises to strengthen your muscles will help improve your running performance.  
      5. Enjoy the recovery
      Does running every day and recovery sound like a contradiction to you? It doesn’t have to be. Let’s say you run between 2 and 10 km every day, your body still has time to recover. This happens during relaxed, slow runs, during which your muscles experience active recovery. Additional stretching relaxes your muscles and with a foam roller you can stimulate your connective tissue and loosen tension and knots. 

      6. Don’t forget to eat right
      Along with proper recovery, the right nutrition will strengthen your performance. When you run every day, you burn more energy. Make sure you drink enough fluids and eat a balanced diet. Eat meals rich in quality carbohydrates like whole grain pasta to keep your body supplied with enough glycogen. This way you’ll have the energy you need for your daily runs. Healthy fats and protein, which you can find in meat, fish, beans, nuts, and eggs, will refill your energy stores after the run. Fruit and vegetables provide you with additional vitamins and minerals. 
      Check list:
      ✓  Shoes: it pays to invest in good running shoes if you want to be a streaker. The right fit will help prevent injuries. 
      ✓  Outfit: get the right clothing for any weather. Rain is no excuse. Do your short runs on bad weather days.  
      ✓  Route: try running without a route in mind and use these sessions to get to know the area better. 
      ✓  Friends: motivate friends and colleagues to join you. When you run the minimum distance, there’s really no excuse not to come along. Anyone can run 10 to 15 minutes and squeeze it into the lunch break.
      Are you ready for streak running? Download the adidas Running app and track your runs!

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      How to Increase Your Running Stamina and Endurance

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      Sometime in the future, a distance you find challenging now will feel easy. When that happens, it means you’ve increased your running stamina. We’re not saying a marathon will ever feel easy, but one day you’ll look back and notice that what you find challenging now will come much easier. An increase in running stamina comes from consistency, that means running multiple times per week for multiple weeks to accumulate fitness – there are no quick fixes if you want to increase running stamina. It’s generally accepted that it takes 10 days to 4 weeks to benefit from a run. The time will depend on the type of run, quicker and more intense runs being on the lower end of the range with long steady runs being on the other higher end of the range.
      Before you begin working on increasing your running stamina, you need to make an honest assessment of your current aerobic base and build on that. Whether you’re a new runner looking to complete their first 5k or an experienced runner looking to increase their stamina for the final stages of the marathon and avoid hitting the wall, the rule of “too much too soon” always holds true, doing too much too soon only leads to injury or overtraining.

      Increase Your Endurance with These Tips
      1. Be consistent
      To increase your aerobic capacity and improve your endurance to run farther than you can now, you need to train consistently. Consistent training will build your aerobic base, increase your aerobic capacity (which is how much oxygen your muscles can use) and strengthen your muscles. When you begin to add extra runs to your week, they should be easy and slow – speed follows endurance! You should aim for 3 to 4 sessions per week for 30 minutes or more. Aim to make one of these sessions your long run where you plan to go farther than any of your other runs that week.

      Did you know?
      Consistency is key to building your running stamina.

      2. Run long
      To run farther, you’re going to have to actually run farther! Either increase your long run by 5–10 minutes or add 0.8–1.6 km (0.5–1 mile) each time. It might not sound like much but it begins to add up. When you get into a bigger volume of training for a half marathon or marathon, your long run should be roughly 30-50% of your total distance for the week. Do your long run at a slow and sustainable pace; many people try to run their long run too fast and struggle to finish strong. Go slowly and just focus on covering the distance. Remember, speed follows endurance.

      Tip:
      Go slowly and just focus on covering the distance.

      3. Tempo Runs
      These runs are normally run over a shorter distance, but at a higher pace than at which you normally train. Training like this trains your body to clear lactic acid from the bloodstream quicker, which means you can run longer before fatigue and lactic acid builds up and slows you down. It will also make your easy running pace or planned race pace feel easier – these runs are the key to improving your running speed. Tempo runs should be a “comfortably hard” pace that lasts from 20-40 minutes and up to 60 minutes for more advanced runners. They should not be an all-out effort that has you gasping for breath, but a challenging pace that you feel you can maintain over the duration of the run.
      4. Eat for endurance
      That means carbs! As a runner, you should focus on carbs making 55% – 65% of your calorie intake from carbs. You don’t need to eat a mountain of pasta at every meal, but be mindful of your carb intake to make sure it’s complimentary to your training. Before your long run, it’s key to  have a carb-based meal  to ensure you have enough energy to cover the distance. If you find yourself tired, in a low mood or unable to complete your planned runs, then increase your carbs. Always go for complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, brown rice and oatmeal instead of refined carbs and sugary foods that will spike your blood sugar (a spike is always followed by your blood sugar crashing).
      5. Recover
      The farther you run, the more you’re challenging yourself and therefore need to ensure your body is recovering between sessions. Good recovery comes from a good diet, stretching and sufficient sleep. Aim to eat a quality meal or snack of carbs and protein within 30 minutes after finishing your run. This is the optimal window of recovery where your body can best absorb the nutrients to refuel and recover with. Focusing on this will enable you to recover between sessions and go into each run feeling strong and able to complete it.
      6. Work on your running economy
      Working on your running technique will make you a more efficient runner. If you run efficiently, you will be able to run farther without feeling as tired as you will use less energy. Good technique comes from running tall (imagine a string holding you up), ensuring your foot lands under your center of gravity and a cadence of around 170 – 180 steps per minute. If you have weight to lose, then losing extra weight will also help your running economy since you will be lighter.

      7. Mind games
      Running farther than you ever have before can be daunting, but you can do it! Mentally preparing yourself for your longest run of the week will make it easier. Some ways to make a long run seem less daunting are to break it down to 1 mile at a time, or to treat it as 2 x a distance you can run easily, or 1x a distance you can do with a little bit more added on – a 10k with a slow 3k added on already sounds less scary than running 13k.

      We hope this helps you increase your running stamina and help you run farther than before! Let us know what running topics you’d like us to cover in future posts by leaving a comment below.

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      How Music Is the Secret to a Better Workout

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      If you’re searching for that extra kick-in-the-seat to get through your treadmill session, try music. Not just any music though: Listening to faster-tempo tunes between 170 and 190 beats per minute (bpm) was found to have the greatest effect on getting people’s heart rate up while lowering their perceived effort, according to a recent study by Andrea De Giorgio, associate professor in physiological psychology at eCampus University in Italy.

      During the experiment, people worked out in silence or with slow, medium, or fast-paced music. Overall, the faster the beat, the easier the workout felt, which is key since research shows that the limiting factor in people’s workouts is usually mental, not physical. “Rhythmic patterns of music facilitate the execution of movement, creating a feedback loop,” says De Giorgio. “In the context of exercise, certain music can be strategically chosen in order to induce physio-psychological responses that lead to better performance, as well as regulating mood and shifting attention. Try “Go Off” by M.I.A. (170 bpm), “Arabesque” by Coldplay (172 bpm), and “Follow God” by Kanye West (180 bpm).

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      Run Wild: 1 Million Runners for 1 Million Species

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      Does anybody get the feeling that nature is sending us some signals this year? If ever there was a time to Run Wild and advocate for the planet, it’s now. As of 2020, more than 1 million species of plants and animals are threatened with extinction because of human activities. So let’s get to work. During this year’s Run Wild, we’re calling on 1 million runners to give a voice to 1 million species at the UN General Assembly Biodiversity Summit. Together with our partners United Nations Environment Programme and Internet of Elephants, we will show that athletes are ready to support policy decisions that create reform on a global scale. 
      We are 1 million runners in favor of a more sustainable planet where humans, animals, and everybody else on the web of life can thrive. 
      WHY RUN? IF YOU RUN WILD, THEY RUN WILD
      We know that when large groups of passionate, motivated people rally around issues, we can make progress toward change. When you participate in Run Wild in the adidas Running app, you’ll follow one of three threatened species through their habitat as you try to keep up with the kilometers they travel daily. As you do, you’ll learn more about their ecosystems, the foundations and people working to protect them, and more ways you can get involved to support. By taking part in the Run Wild Challenge, you’ll also use your voice, effort, and activism to represent the interests of all threatened species at the UN General Assembly Biodiversity Summit.
      CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE (BUDDY)
      Pick from one of three animals and see if you can outrun the distance they travel from September 25 – October 4. You’ll follow either Adjany the elephant, Tendrel Zangmo the tiger, or Pamoja the pangolin on their daily journey, learning more about their natural environment, the challenges they face, and how we can help prevent their extinction.
      RUN WILD WITH ADJANY THE ELEPHANT
      Adjany is a female elephant who roams the plains of the African Savanna. Her species is primarily found in sub-Saharan Africa, but can also be found in the deserts of Mali and Namibia as well as deep in the rainforests of West Africa. One of only 400,000 wild elephants left, she spends her days gathering the 300 pounds of food it takes to maintain her body weight. But don’t let her fool you, this lady can move! Because she is the most active of the animals, this challenge is for advanced runners. See if you can keep up! 

      Support Space for Giants
      Learn more about Space for Giants, the organization protecting elephants like Adjany, and how you can help them continue their work.

      RUN WILD WITH TENDREL THE TIGER
      Tendrel Zangmo is a female Bengel Tiger who lives in Royal Manas National Park in Bhutan. A little over a century ago, there were more than 100,000 wild tigers in existence. Now, Tendrel is one of only 3,900 wild tigers who survive in an ever-shrinking territory. She spends most of her time hunting for herself and her teenage cub (he’s not around much and mostly just shows up for meals–typical teenager). Some days she stalks her prey for hours, and other days she lays around with a full belly digesting her prey. Intermediate-level runners will find it challenging, but manageable, to keep up with her daily activity level. Run Wild with Tendrel! 

      Support the Bhutan Tiger Center
      Learn more about the Bhutan Tiger Center and how you can help them continue their work protecting tigers.

      RUN WILD WITH PAMOJA THE PANGOLIN
      Is slow but steady more your running (or walking!) speed? Pamoja the pangolin may not cover the same ground as an elephant, but she has to move a bit every day to keep herself fed and out of danger (and to get away from the annoying roommates who recently took residence in her burrow). Pangolins are critically endangered and one of the most trafficked animals in the world due to their scaly armor. Keep up with Pamoja and learn more about the plight of pangolins by joining her challenge!

      Support the Pangolin Project
      Learn more about the Pangolin Project and how you can help them continue their work protecting pangolins.

      HOW TO RUN WILD: WHICH ACTIVITIES COUNT?
      All running, treadmill, walking, virtual running, and trail running activities in the adidas Running app count toward the completion of this challenge. Be sure to follow your local regulations regarding COVID-19. Join the challenge in the app! 
      ABOUT TERRA MATER
      Curious how and why these species are under threat? Here’s more info about how urbanization, habitat loss, and fragmentation are impacting these and other endangered species and what we can do to help!

      

      FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  
      Run Wild

      Can I change my animal in the middle of the challenge? If so, what happens with my accumulated kilometers?

      Yes, you can change your animal and keep your progress. All the kilometers you already ran or walked during the challenge timeframe will count towards the new animal’s challenge.

      Can I join more than one challenge/animal?

      Yes, you can! If you want, you can join all three challenges. Please be aware that the challenges are targeted for different levels of runners: beginner (pangolin), intermediate (tiger), and advanced runners (elephant).

      How does the challenge contribute to the conservation of endangered animals?

      As part of our mission for Run Wild 2020, we are working to present the results of our challenge at the United Nations General Assembly Summit on Biodiversity. We want policymakers to know that we support them in making bold changes that will help us on our way to a more sustainable planet.

      What about COVID-19?

      We are all currently experiencing a global pandemic. The situation and regulations are very different in each country. Therefore, we ask participants to follow their national guidelines and practice social distancing. Remember that walking and treadmill activities also count during the Run Wild Challenge!

      RUN WILD PARTNERS
      We believe unconventional collaborations are needed to bring the urgency of environmental action to the attention of people and policymakers worldwide.Thank you to our partners Internet of Elephants, United Nations Environment Programme, Space for Giants, Bhutan Tiger Center, and The Pangolin Project for supporting Run Wild 2020! Learn more about each organization below. 
      Run Wild Partners

      Internet of Elephants

      Internet of Elephants was founded in 2017 in Nairobi by National Geographic Fellow Gautam Shah to create fun and meaningful connections between humans and wildlife. With a mission to make animals like Uuliin the snow leopard, Chili the gibbon, and Mtweturia the elephant as famous as Beyoncé, Neymar, and Jon Snow, Internet of Elephants wants to change the way wildlife conservation is supported today.

      Space for Giants

      Space for Giants is an international conservation charity that protects Africa’s remaining natural ecosystems and the mega-fauna they contain, whilst bringing major economic and social value to local communities and national governments. It is headquartered in Kenya, works in nine countries in Africa, and is registered as a charity in the UK and a 501c3 non profit in the US.

      The Bhutan Tiger Center

      The Bhutan Tiger Center, under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests, Royal Government of Bhutan, serves as a center for research, education, outreach, and policy as a part of the continued commitment of the leadership of Bhutan to being at the forefront of environmental and wildlife conservation. Our mission is to conduct world-class tiger research, to provide education and outreach resources to the people of Bhutan and tiger range countries, and to conserve tigers and their habitat for future generations.

      The Pangolin Project

      The Pangolin Project is a non-profit conservation organization based in Kenya, dedicated to pangolin conservation research and protection.  We are dedicated to securing a future for African Pangolins in the landscapes where they live.  We do this by supporting protected area managers and communities to better understand the status of pangolin populations in their areas and to develop strategies to protect them.

      United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

      The UN Environment Programme is the leading global voice on the environment. It provides leadership and encourages partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. UNEP works with governments, the private sector, civil society and with other UN entities and international organizations across the world. 

      OUR TRACKING PARTNERS
      As always, you can use many of your favorite gadgets and apps to participate in the Run Wild challenge! Remember to join the challenge in the adidas Running app first, and then you can use any of our tracking partners to log your runs. Find more info about our tracking partners (and a few special offers they’re providing for Run Wild participants) below!
      Run Wild Tracking Partners

      POLAR

      You can also contribute to the Run Wild Challenge using your Polar device. If you haven’t already done so, here is how to connect your accounts. Don’t have a polar watch yet? Check out the Polar Grit X which features a lightweight design with military-standard durability. Get 10% off POLAR products using the code POLARWILD. The offer is valid from September 25 – October 2020 and only in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, and US.

      SUUNTO

      All Suunto mobile connected watches can be connected to adidas Running. If your accounts aren’t connected yet, here is how to do it. Run Wild participants can use the discount code ADIDAS10 to get 10% off Suunto products. The offer is valid until the end of October and can be used at Suunto.com in all supported countries. Offer is valid for all Suunto full priced products.

      ZWIFT

      Use your Zwift account to go on a virtual run and contribute kilometers to the Run Wild Challenge. Here’s how to link your accounts.

      #RunWild #ForNature
      Imprint
      The Pangolin photos were kindly contributed by Andy Campbell Safaris and Tom Dames of The Pangolin Project.
      The Elephant photos were kindly contributed by Space for Giants and Gautam Shah
      The Tiger photos were kindly contributed by the Bhutan Tiger Center, Bhutan Foundation
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      adidas Running: Which Running Watches and Apps Work?

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      Did you know that the adidas Running app and adidas Training app support integration with various smartwatches and running watches and can sync to other apps? If we’ve lost you, then what we’re trying to say is: If you already have a smartwatch or running watch, then it may be compatible with the adidas fitness apps! In addition to smartwatches, you can also opt to share your activities in the adidas fitness apps with a few, select partner apps.
      Which smartwatches and apps are compatible with the adidas Running app or adidas Training app? What apps should you download? Give our list a read to see which smartwatches and apps can be used.

      Important:
      This list is constantly updated to give our users the best experience possible. Thank you for your patience!

      SMARTWATCHES
      POLAR WATCH

      The adidas Running app offers Polar integration. No need to run with your phone – easily sync activities tracked with your Polar GPS watch directly to the app!
      Here’s how to connect your adidas account to your Polar running watch: Open the adidas Running app, click on the gear icon on the main screen, click “Partner Accounts” and click “Connect” in the Polar Flow section.
      GARMIN CONNECT

      Instead of bringing your phone with you during your activities, you can simply use your Garmin watch, and your workouts will be available in the adidas Running app for further analysis.
      Here’s how to sync your adidas account with your Garmin watch: Open the adidas Running app, click on the gear icon on the main screen, click “Partner Accounts” and click “Connect” in the Garmin Connect section.
      Within the adidas Running by Runtastic or adidas Training by Runtastic apps go to “Settings”. In the User Profile go to App Setting, then Partner Accounts, and select Garmin Connect. Once you have selected “Connect” you are directed to sign-in to your Garmin Account.
      APPLE WATCH

      The adidas Running app is also available for Apple Watch. If you have the app installed, you can leave your phone at home and track an activity with just your watch. Or, use your Apple Watch with your phone as a second screen. You can use the adidas Running app on a Series 1 Apple Watch (and newer). You’ll need at least iOS 13 (or higher) on your phone and watchOS 6 (or higher) on your watch in order to install the app on your Apple Watch.
      Did you know? Apple Watch works with the adidas Training app, too.
      WEAR OS BY GOOGLE

      Android Wear is an operating system designed for wearable tech (such as smartwatches) – if your smartwatch is running Android Wear, then you’re ready to go with the adidas Running app. The smartwatch pairs to your Android phone running Android 4.4 or higher; you can even start a run by saying “Ok Google, start a run!” In addition to starting a run using voice commands, you can use your smartwatch to see key stats during a run, pause and stop your run with a tap of the screen and also view your post run analysis directly on your running watch.
      You can also workout with your adidas Training app right on your Android Wear
      SUUNTO
      Do you have a Suunto Smartwatch? All the latest Suunto smartwatches (Suunto 3, Suunto 5, Suunto 7, and Suunto 9 as well as Suunto Spartan and Suunto Ambit) are compatible with the adidas Running app.
      How to connect the adidas Running app with the Suunto app: Download the Suunto app on your phone, open it, and tap “Profile”. Then click on “Connect to other services”. Select adidas Running and enter your adidas Running login details to connect the two apps.
      Apps

      Apple Health (iPhone)

      When you complete an activity with the adidas Running app and you are connected with Google Fit, Google Fit will also receive the activity data and then display information such as start time, duration, distance covered and calories burned. This information then forms part of your daily activity stats in Google Fit.
      How to connect the adidas Running app with Google Fit: Open the adidas Running app, click on the gear icon on the main screen, click “Partner Accounts” and click “Connect” next to Google Fit.
      Google Fit (Android)

      When you complete an activity with the adidas Running app and you are connected with Google Fit, Google Fit will also receive the activity data and then display information such as start time, duration, distance covered and calories burned. This information then forms part of your daily activity stats in Google Fit.
      How to connect adidas Runtastic with Google Fit: Open the adidas Running app, click on the gear icon on the main screen, click “Partner Accounts” and click “Connect” next to Google Fit.
      ZWIFT

      Zwift and the adidas Running app will take you into a virtual world – either on a stationary bike or a treadmill. Join virtual group events, races, or challenges for an additional dose of motivation.
      How to connect the adidas Running app with Zwift: Log in to the Zwift Companion iOS or Android app and select the “Menu” button in the top-left corner. Select “Settings” and click “Connections”. Select “Connect” under the third-party site you wish to connect to and log in. Log in to your third-party account and authorize the connection. 
      Need more help? Check out this Zwift How-to Video.
      KINOMAP

      Play a sport with Kinomap and adidas Running! Run, ride, or row around the world virtually with thousands of videos and different levels. Challenge your community to a race and push your training to the next level! 
      How to connect the adidas Running app with Kinomap: Open the Kinomap app and select “Profile”. Click the “Settings” symbol, then tap “Share”. You will now be sent to the Kinomap website. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and select “adidas Running app”. Log in with your adidas account. Your Kinomap account is now connected with the adidas Running app and you can start working out right away. 

      Good to know:
      Your data is only ever shared across different apps when you have linked your account and allowed sharing to happen.

      Have fun with your next workout!

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