Why America’s Fastest Marathoner Started Working Out Like Arnold Schwarzenegger
Nine years ago, if you had told me that Ryan Hall would one day be talking about bulking and cutting, and which bodybuilding books he liked best, I’d have said you [...]
10 Things I Learned Running My First Ultramarathon
When I finished my first ultramarathon, I could not help but marvel at my own stupidity. My friends had to drive me home, because I could not do it...
This Woman Lost Almost 200 Pounds. Now She’s Trying to Qualify for the Boston Marathon.
When Jamie Johnston told her husband in 2011 that her life needed to change, the problem was right in front of her face. The issue wasn’t Dana, her loving husband [...]
Why Coaches Should Perform a Needs Analysis to Create a Perfect Training Program
A needs analysis is an important tool for a strength and conditioning program.
Why Strength Training For Triathletes Is So Important
Athletes often specialize in one sport and use another for cross training. Runners might cycle, cyclists might run, swimmers might lift weights. But...
5 Marathon Nutrition Tips for First-Time Participants
Five Marathon Nutrition Tips for First Time Participants Here are five marathon nutrition tips for athletes preparing for their first marathon. Do Your...
5K, 10K, Half-Marathon or Full: Which Running Distance is Right for You?
Runners at The Color Run, a non-competitive 5K race where participants are doused in colored powder. More runners are toeing race starting lines every year. Race participation is [...]
NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson’s Unusual Training Regimen Is His Secret to Success
Jimmie Johnson is the most dominant NASCAR driver of the 21st century, and it's not even close. Since 2006, Johnson has won six Sprint Cup Series championships, five Driver of [...]
Train Like a Pro: Beginner Triathlon Training Program
Triathlon is an amazing sport because anyone can compete. For those who want to finish a beginner triathlon, various distances and supportive race...
4 Speed Training Mistakes Athletes Make in the Weight Room
Speed training I find it slightly ironic that the number one request or priority of most athletes and coaches is speed , explosive speed to be exact yet...