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A Guide to Healthcare in France for American Expats

France has a universal healthcare system. The first two terms you need to know are la sécurité sociale (la sécu) andla mutuelle. La sécu is the state-provided health insurance guaranteed to … See more

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10 Tips to Save Hundreds of Dollars on Running Expenses

WEB10 Best Ways to Save Money on Running Expenses. 1. Buy running shoes on eBay, or wait for sales. Running shoes can easily cost $100. To save money, I buy …

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Physical Therapy in France: A Complete Guide

WEBCost of Physical Therapy in France. This is the big question, and you’ll like the response. Physical therapy costs in France can vary, but they are MUCH cheaper …

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Diva Cup Review: Pros and Cons of Menstrual Cups

WEBThe Diva Cup is apparently one of the most rigid menstrual cups out there, which makes it a little harder to insert and remove, and can cause discomfort. I’ve also been recommended the Athena Cup by a friend, so if you’re concerned about comfort, you might want to look into that. The Athena Cup is also half the retail price, at $15.

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How to Get a Medical Certificate to Run Races in France

WEB1. Print out a blank medical certificate. First, you’ll need to print out a blank copy. The Paris Marathon has a medical certificate in English that will work, and Saint …

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What is Fast Fashion

WEBWhat is Fast Fashion? It may be a surprise that the original definition of fast fashion doesn’t directly involve ethics or sustainability. The term “fast fashion” was …

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From a Survivor: What I Wish People Understood about Sexual …

WEBThe life of a sexual assault survivor is volatile. There are days I feel overwhelmingly angry; I want to fight the injustice and change the system—the system …

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13 Tips for Running the Paris Marathon

WEB10 Tips for Running the Paris Marathon. Before the race: 1. Remember your medical certificate. All French races require a medical certificate to participate; this is …

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French vs. American Culture: 7 Surprising Differences

WEBFrench vs. American Culture: 7 Surprising Differences. 1. The standard coffee is an espresso. If you order un café at a restaurant, don’t expect a steaming, …

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Fitbit vs. Garmin: A Marathon Runner’s Perspective

WEBHere are some of the helpful running features they offer. Battery life: Fitbits last up to 6-7 days with regular use and 5-12 hours in GPS mode. Garmins also usually …

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Garmin Forerunner 45 vs. 55: Which Should You Pick

WEBThe Forerunner 55 is basically a “lite” version of the Forerunner 245, a mid-tier favorite. The FR55 got a makeover to even look more like the FR245. The FR45 has …

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Garmin Forerunner 255 vs. 955: Which Should You Pick

WEBOne of the most important distinctions is price. The Forerunner 255 retails at $350-400, depending on whether you get the music or non-music version. The standard …

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Is Zara Fast Fashion

WEBAnalysis + Ethical Alternatives. Some people think Zara isn’t fast fashion because of its higher price point, but it unfortunately is. In fact, Zara is known as the …

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Is Girlfriend Collective Actually Ethical and Sustainable

WEBGirlfriend Collective is a colorful activewear brand with versatile silhouettes. Over the past few years, they’ve gained an enthusiastic following and are commonly …

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Garmin Forerunner 255 vs. 265: Which is Better Value

WEB7 hours. However, when you compare the larger versions of the watches, FR255 actually has better battery life than the FR265. This is because the FR265 has …

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Garmin Forerunner 55 vs. COROS PACE 2: Which Should You Pick

WEBBoth watches are also pretty light compared to other models out there. That said, the PACE 2 does have a larger display size. It has a 1.2″ (30.4 mm) diameter, …

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Garmin Forerunner 55 vs. COROS PACE 3: Which Should You Pick

WEBWhile the weights of the watches are very similar with a silicone band, the PACE 3 does have a larger display size. It has a 1.2″ (30.4 mm) diameter, while the …

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Race Review: Berlin Marathon 2023

WEBThe Berlin Marathon is one of the six Abbott World Marathon Majors, and it’s best-known for being a world record course. In fact, 12 marathon world records have been broken at Berlin! On September 24, 2023, I joined 47,000 other runners on the streets of Berlin for a 42.2km run. Here’s my recap of the experience, so you know what to expect

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Garmin Venu vs. Vivoactive 4: Which Should You Pick

WEBLike I said, the Venu and Vivoactive 4 are basically the same watch. The only major differences are that the Venu has a higher-end design and an incredibly crisp …

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