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by Coach Maria Simone A training camp is a great way to put in focused training, without the worries and bustle of everyday life getting in the way. Long days of training, followed by great food and recovery support our growth as athletes. In the winter months, some lucky endurance sport enthusiasts may take time[…]
Coach Alexa reflects on her first race post-COVID – which was the 2021 Florida Double Anvil.
We’ve all been there: a workout goes off the rails. In some cases, a rough training session can be avoided if we take some time prepare the “little details” of execution. Here are 9 training tips to nail your next session. 1️⃣ Prepare your fuel and hydration the night before. Consider the full duration of[…]
By Coach Denise Terry Are you looking to create a new healthy habit? It can take time and patience to introduce a it into our routine. Research has found that it takes most of us – on average – about 66 days to make a new behavior routine. But, it won’t happen without work on[…]
~ By Coach Lindsay Leigh A neutral spine refers to the ideal spinal position we should all try to maintain in our everyday movements, and this ideal position varies from person to person. Being able to maintain a neutral spine is a key part of keeping your back healthy, whether you’re an athlete or a[…]
A balanced strength program balances push and pull, upper and lower body body, and core movements. ~ By Coach Lindsay Leigh There is more to an effective strength program than picking things up and putting them down. As you develop your strength training routine, you want to ensure that you arrange movements within a workout,[…]
Be strategic by using periodization to organize phases of your strength training. ~By Coach Lindsay Leigh Strength training supports our performance and reduces injury risk. Given how important this is for endurance athletes need strength training, we’ll cover some best practices for implementing a periodized strength training routine throughout your season. Phase 1: Adapt Before[…]
By Coach Maria Simone Trail running and ultra-running has been steadily growing in popularity. For those who are new to the dirt, you may have some questions. So, we have 8 tips to help you transition smoothly to being a a trail runner. Gauge effort using rate of perceived exertion or heart rate. Given the variability[…]
By Coach Lindsay Leigh I am often asked by athletes: “What kind of protein should I eat?” With so many choices (plant based, isolate, concentrate, etc.), it can be overwhelming to choose which one is best for your needs. Do you need a protein supplement? Protein plays an important role in our diets. It helps[…]
By Coach Lindsay Leigh What we eat, and don’t eat, can greatly affect our immune system, which is more important than ever right now. Those who eat more fruits and vegetables appear to have a lower risk of getting an upper respiratory track infections (Watzl et al. 1999). Even adding just one extra serving a[…]
