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Articles on Running, Cycling, Triathons, and other sports.
Resistance Training and Running
How often should I train with resistance? The American College of Sports Medicine recommends resistance training 2-3 times per week. Runners can benefit from including resistance training 2-3 times per week during their off-season or base training phase. Resistance training can then be reduced to twice per week during the pre-season, when runners are spending more time doing speed work. Finally, reduce … Keep Reading
Running And "The Serape Effect"
Following The Functional Path I recently attended a seminar called “Following The Functional Path.” The speaker was Vern Gambetta, who is considered the father of functional training. I am sure most of you have heard of functional training. But you may not know what it is or how it applies to the runner. My Background I have been coaching and involved in the … Keep Reading
Running on Treadmill Vs. Land
1. How is treadmill walking/running different from land walking or running? When walking/running on land, you have to contend with specific environmental conditions; for example, weather conditions such as wind and rain, the changing cant of roads, other traffic, hard sufaces and wet slippery terrain. Treadmills cannot prepare you completely for running outside. The variation of running outside on different surfaces is … Keep Reading
Tempo Running Vs. Intervals
Adding Speed Work To a Training Plan As a runner and a coach I have used various methods of speed work to improve the performance of my runners and myself. I start people out developing a running base, after they have been running for 6 months or a year, I add speed work. Typically, the speed work begins with fartlek running, picking … Keep Reading
What Should I Wear?
Cold weather running The goal is to stay warm enough and to wick perspiration from your skin, to prevent a chilly or clammy feeling. You also need protection from rain and wind. Hat with a visor A hat with a visor protects you from the rain and snow. It’s also helpful on bright winter days. Long-sleeve shirt You’ll want to keep warm and wick moisture … Keep Reading
One Leg At A Time
One Legged Intervals What are one-legged intervals? Here’s a quick explanation of what they are and how they may help you in your cycling, triathlon, and maybe even your run training. Pedal Stroke First of all, a little bit of background on pedal stroke. We all learn early on (when we first learn to ride a bike) that the majority of our power … Keep Reading
Periodization For Cyclists
Develop A Plan Periodization is important. Athletes cannot expect to be at top form all the time. The season can be broken down into macrocycles, which include: preparation, base 1, base 2, build 1, build 2, peak period, race period and transition. Preparation Period is necessary if there has been a long transition following the end of cycling season. The purpose of … Keep Reading
Transitions: Race within the Race
Transitions: Race within the Race You know the scene... people running out of the water, desperately trying to rip off their wet suit... bikes falling over... people tripping over each other. Isn't it enough just to survive transition? Who has the fore site to think about having a fast or "clean" transition? You can't actually improve your time from what you do in transition can you? Keep Reading
Total Immersion Swimming-Part 1
How I Discovered Total Immersion - Triathlon Swimming Made Easy I've been thinking more about my swimming technique and how much I’ve improved in my swimming in the last year and a half. I want to swim faster, and that I think that swimming is my weakest triathlon discipline. But honestly, most triathletes I talk to say that the swim is always … Keep Reading
Total Immersion Swimming-Part 2
Let me start by saying I am not writing this article to replicate the material in the Total Immersion literature. I love this program as it has made me a much better swimmer. Please consider this only a review/case study of the technique that I offer as a happy customer. If the information I have presented here sounds interesting to you, … Keep Reading
Total Immersion Swimming-Part 3
Total Immersion Swimming: Drills 1-4 I am a big believer in the efficacy of this swimming technique. Although there are many things I’d like to improve about my swimming (like swimming faster), I am very pleased with the fact that when I swim I a swim comfortably and relatively effortlessly.… Keep Reading
Girls Volleyball 101-Hitting Drills
I played basketball and football almost every day as a kid. I love sports, so when one of the parents approached me about coaching volleyball for the Boys and Girls Club, I jumped at the chance. This would give me the opportunity to combine my love of sports and spending time with my daughter. I began to research volleyball, trying … Keep Reading
Girls Volleyball 101-Overhand Serve
I played basketball and football almost every day as a kid. I love sports, so when one of the parents approached me about coaching volleyball for the Boys and Girls Club, I jumped at the chance. This would give me the opportunity to combine my love of sports and spending time with my daughter. I began to research volleyball, trying … Keep Reading
Girls Volleyball 101-Overhead Passing
I played basketball and football almost every day as a kid. I love sports, so when one of the parents approached me about coaching volleyball for the Boys and Girls Club, I jumped at the chance. This would give me the opportunity to combine my love of sports and spending time with my daughter. I began to research volleyball, trying … Keep Reading
Girls Volleyball 101-Practices And Drills
I played basketball and football almost every day as a kid. I love sports, so when one of the parents approached me about coaching volleyball for the Boys and Girls Club, I jumped at the chance. This would give me the opportunity to combine my love of sports and spending time with my daughter. I began to research volleyball, trying … Keep Reading
Girls Volleyball 101-Forearm Passing
I played basketball and football almost every day as a kid. I love sports, so when one of the parents approached me about coaching volleyball for the Boys and Girls Club, I jumped at the chance. This would give me the opportunity to combine my love of sports and spending time with my daughter. I began to research volleyball, trying … Keep Reading
