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I now believe that most runners need a good vitamin to help the immune system and resist infection. There is some evidence that getting the proper vitamin mix can speed recovery. The vitamin line I use is called Cooper Complete. Dr. Kenneth Cooper is behind this product. In the process of producing the best body of research on exercise and long-term health I’ve seen anywhere, he found that certain vitamins help in many ways.
Buffered salt tablets
These reduce cramping. If your muscles cramp on long or hard runs, this type of product may help greatly. The buffered sodium and potassium tablets get into the system more quickly. Be sure to ask your doctor if this product is OK for you (those with high blood pressure, especially). If you are taking a statin drug for cholesterol and are cramping, it is doubtful that this will help. Ask your doctor about adjusting the medication before long runs.
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