Summer temperatures can throw a curve-ball into your training. Intervals that once felt easy now seem out of reach. The hot temperatures are not only uncomfortable, but they begin to wreak havoc on your abilities and your recovery. Will the heat ever be easier to tolerate? How can you work to maximize performance even in […]
How does a poor diet affect performance if it doesn’t make one gain weight? A daily diet of pizza, cookies and processed foods high in sugar and trans fat and low in fiber, affects more than your waistline—your lung capacity and immune system may suffer even if your skinny jeans still fit. That’s because your […]
You’re running along one day and your left heel becomes sore. It’s not too bad, so you complete the run. When you run again, the pain returns, and it’s a little worse this time. It’s still tolerable, though, so you complete this run as well. But in your next run the heel pain is even […]
A hamstring injury higher up on your leg, otherwise known as a proximal hamstring strain, is characterized by discomfort in the gluteus muscle where the hamstring originates, especially during the push-off phase of running and exercise. The harder you push, the harder it grabs. The hamstring, a set of three muscles running from your pelvic bone […]
This workout comes from 2016 U.S. Paralympian, national and world paratriathlon champion, and coach Aaron Scheidies, who developed this swim set to help all athletes simulate the variety of impairments that compete in the sport of paratriathlon. “Athletes who do this workout will get a chance to understand what it’s like by at least in a way […]
Foot care is a subject all distance runners should know about, preferably before they suffer from foot problems! No matter how well you’ve prepared and conditioned your feet prior to your run, you can’t predict what’s going to happen when you’re out on the trails. During distance running events, many competitors have foot issues […]
Obstacle races have exploded in popularity over the past few years. For many people, an adrenaline-fueled adventure is a lot more fun than running or biking in a straight line for hours on end. Also, when trained for and completed as a team, obstacle courses are a great outlet for building camaraderie and providing an […]
Gear vs Gearless – What is the difference between cycles? A gearless or a single speed cycle has a single gear ratio. The cycle goes faster or slower basis how hard you pedal. While bicycles with gear have multiple gear ratios. This enables the cyclist to change the gear ratio basis the terrain he/she is riding […]
1. IS CYCLING GOOD FOR YOUR HEART Cycling is a gentle, low-impact sport that gives your cardiovascular system an effective workout. In fact, it dilates the blood vessels and reduces blood pressure, which promotes good circulation. It increases the elasticity of your arteries, therefore making them stronger. According to a 2011 study published in the British […]
Hybrid bikes are a good compromise between the city, countryside, sports and recreation. These comfy, sturdy bikes are just as good on earthy tracks as they are on the tarmac. You should choose your hybrid bike based on the length of your rides. How Long your Rides are? The time you plan to spend on your […]