The NY Times has an interesting article on running efficiency. They point out how a high VO2 max does not always guarantee success if you are an inefficient runner.
But economy is baffling. It seems to be physiological, but it is not clear what exactly is involved. Is it an ability of muscles to […]
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Running economy does it apply to trail running?
October 15th, 2007 · No Comments
Tags: Trail Running · Training
Best Way To Use Caffeine
June 13th, 2007 · No Comments
This article might be of interest to the caffeine junkies out there. I know I usually have a few cups an hour or 2 before a race then cut my intake, but according to this smaller dosages leading up to the race would be more optimal. I have heard that caffeine does seem […]
Hips maybe the source of your pain.
June 12th, 2007 · No Comments
Interesting article on the University of Calgary website discussing the link between the hips and running injuries. I wonder if my massage therapist read this because she said my recent string of injuries was likely caused by hip and pelvis issues.
In a study of 284 patients who went to the Faculty of Kinesiology Running […]
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Athletes find snowshoe racing a great workout.
December 11th, 2006 · 1 Comment
I am currently training for my first snowshoe race coming up in January. I already feel stronger from just a couple hard snowshoe sessions. It looks like I am not the only one who sees the positive aspect of snowshoeing, this article posted today in the Rocky Mountain News also promotes the benefits of snowshoeing […]
Tags: Snowshoeing · Training
Vitamin B deficiency and performance.
November 20th, 2006 · No Comments
About a year ago I was diagnosed with a low red blood cell and iron count. Part of the reason for the low count was being a vegetarian for 8 years and not be disciplined in my diet. One key factors in preventing this is consuming B complex vitamins. For a great article on why […]
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