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Rest

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Rest Week Example: Resting is often overlooked in a training program. For every three weeks of volume training you should have one week of decreased volume and intensity in an effort to ‘ABSORB’ the prior weeks’ training. This is an opportunity to regroup physically, mentally and emotionally. It also has been found that rest can…

Sports Bras 101

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A good sports bra is not something to ignore. Any woman can tell you how bad having the wrong bra can be, so why don’t women pay very much attention to have the right one? Well, there are several reasons. The majority of women don’t know what they need and do not know that there…

Stretching

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When you start a running program, you probably don’t plan on getting injured. And maybe, you hope to be able to keep running and feeling good for a long time. If that is the case, then you really need to add stretching to your training routine.  It will help you stay injury free, recover better…

Technical Clothing

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Technical clothing does more than just look and feel good. It actually helps to improve performance and reduce recovery time. Our body defends itself against overheating in two ways. The first is to sweat, cooling the body through evaporation, and the other is to pump the overheated blood to the surface of the skin, cooling…

The Perfect Shoe

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Not sure where to start your shoe shopping? Having trouble finding a pair that fits? “If the shoe fits, then wear it,” isn’t just an edgy remark toward someone else, but it’s also a wise expression encouraging the purchase of the perfect shoe to stay injury free. For some runners, the perfect shoe may seem…

Trail Running Basics

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Trail running is different from road running. This article gives you the basics to get started and have an enjoyable trail run. A trail run offers twists and turns, rocks, trees, branches, mud, snow, up hills and the down hills, and altitude changes. Although these are hazards to be aware of, they also contribute to…

Trail Shoes

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Road running shoes will generally work for trails that are relatively flat and dirt packed.  A good trail running shoe will allow you to run more comfortably, faster and with more control when running on rocky, uneven trails.  Trail running shoes typically are more rigid and have a little more support than road running shoes.…

Trail Running Equipment Tips

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Quick tips: The best equipment for a successful trail run. Shoes: If you aren’t running on rough or uneven trails, a road running shoe will probably do. Use a trail shoe when running on more technical, rugged rocky terrain. A good trail shoe will offer more rigidity, support and protection. These features will allow you…

Triathlon Transition Checklist

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Download a printable version of the list HERE. General Gear Race Directions, Map Race Registration, race packet, timing chip strap Pre-race meal – energy gels, sports drinks ID, USAT number, wallet, cash Magic Marker – Body Marking GPS Watch, HR monitor Trislide, Body Glide, Blister shield, nip guards Transition Backpack Camera/Phone   Swim Tri-Suit (1…

Vitamin C

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The single most important vitamin for health Function • Required for the formation of collagen, which composes 50% of the structure of cartilage pads that cushion your joints. • Plays a large role in the conversions of fatty acids into energy inside the mitochondria of the cell • Required for the manufacturing in the brain…
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