From around the web this week: Running Blunders that keep you injured, Effects of Birth Control, Faster without speedwork.

5 Running Blunders That Keep You Locked in the Injury Cycle

Sharing the common injury blunders that keep runners locked in their own injury cycle.

http://strengthrunning.com/2013/08/running-blunders-that-keep-you-in-the-injury-cycle

5 Ways to Get Faster Other Than Speedwork

Focusing on running efficiency to become faster.

http://www.coachcaleb.com/training/tips/daily-coaching-tip-5-ways-get-faster-other-speedwork-part-3

The Effects of Various Types of Birth Control on Runners

A look at the types of birth control available and how they may impact female runners.

http://runnersconnect.net/running-training-articles/birth-control-and-running/

Running the National Parks

How to enjoy the protected trails responsibly.

http://www.runnersworld.com/trails-to-run/running-the-national-parks