Ashley Weyler
I’m a writer and a film, music, and TV buff who loves Philadelphia sports. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, which means I’m always on-the-go. I try to make healthy decisions that fit with my lifestyle; whether it’s choosing healthy food while eating at a restaurant, finding exercises I enjoy doing so I stay motivated, or achieving a good work-life balance.

Do This, Not That: Debunking Myths to Make Running More Efficient

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You may have seen the episode of The Office, “Fun Run,” when Michael Scott carbo-loads minutes before a charity 5k with a container of fettuccine alfredo. Spoiler alert: It doesn’t end well for him. The beloved manager of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company fell for one of the biggest myths in the running world....
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Broad Street Beats 2020: Dancing Through the Decades

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Last year, we released our first Blue Cross Broad Street Run Beats playlist compiled by the running community. We loved your responses so much, we decided to ask you again. What songs push you forward and keep you going?  The energizing, feel-good playlist we put together based on your responses will get your feet moving and your heart pumping!...
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Bring on the Nostalgia, Bring on the Joy

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Not all traditions happen on purpose. Some happen by accident and some develop over time. When I was nine years old, my parents bought a stereo system, complete with a five-disc CD changer, just in time for Christmas. Two of the first albums they purchased were Johnny Mathis’ Merry Christmas and Bing Crosby’s White Christmas....
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Tips to Be the Best Health Advocate for Yourself

Picture this: You’re at a doctor’s visit for a cold. After an exam, your doctor thinks this may be more than a cold and that you have developed asthma since your last check-up. Your doctor decides to send you for some further testing to be sure. You’re confused because you’ve never shown symptoms before and you’re not sure how this diagnosis might change your life....
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Broad Street Beats: 40 Years Running Edition

Every year, we release a Blue Cross Broad Street Run Beats playlist that’s compiled by members of the Blue Streaks running club. These songs help them stay motivated to keep running while they train for the big race. This year, we wanted to try something different to celebrate 40 years of the Blue Cross Broad Street Run....
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Your Health Insurance Cheat Sheet

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Whether you are familiar with your health benefits or you’re on a brand-new plan, unless you work in the industry, many health insurance terms can seem like a different language. I’ve been there! It’s important to understand common health insurance terms. Because when you’re using your benefits, you want to make sure you know what you’re paying for....
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What You Should Do When You Can’t Stay Home Sick

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You wake up on a Tuesday, and it hits you — a sore throat. Likely caused by post-nasal drip, you know it’s only a matter of time before the coughing and sneezing start. You take your temperature, and sure enough, you have a slight fever. You think, “I don’t have time to be sick!” No one ever does!...
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Food vs. Food: Are You a Health Nut?

You’ve probably heard that a handful of nuts is great for a healthy snack. While it seems easy to grab some almonds or pecans in a pinch, certain nuts may be a healthier choice than others. In a nutshell, some hold more nutritional value than others. So, let’s see how they stack up in the ultimate nutty battle royale....
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Stressing Out Over Sports: Logical or Loco?

Picture this: I’m in Hoboken, New Jersey, on October 23, 2010, visiting my friend who lives there. We are in a bar called the Wicked Wolf. If I was in a bar in Philly, I’d easily be wearing my Chase Utley shirt, with my hair in a pony tail, and comfortably sitting among hundreds of other Phillies fans....
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