4 Things to Consider When Working with Para-Athletes as an Endurance Coach
Coaching para-athletes is a rewarding and challenging opportunity for endurance coaches. Before working with a para-athlete, there are four things to consider.
Triathlon
The triathlon posts discuss triathlon related training and racing information, as well as UESCA triathlon coach certification.
The Athlete-Centered Approach: Customizing a Training Plan Around Life, Goals and Physiology
Fitting every athlete into the same training system does a disservice to the athlete’s needs, goals and performance potential. By taking four areas into consideration, we can customize each training plan to the individual athlete.
Lactate Explained From a Physiological Perspective
Lactate is a naturally occurring metabolite in the metabolic conversion of glucose into energy. When energy demands increase, it’s matched by a corresponding rise in lactate production. But when levels appreciably accumulate, lactate becomes a performance limiter. Here’s what you need to know.
Old Science, Modern Application of Heat Training
This article examines the history of heat acclimation research, the physiological adaptations that occur with heat exposure, and how both passive and active heat training can be used to improve endurance performance in real-world settings.
What is Functional Training?
Commonly mis-defined and misunderstood, find out what functional training actually is and why it is critical to endurance sports performance.
Is Zone 2 Really the Endurance Panacea?
Zone 2 is a trendy topic but how do you sift through all of the discussion to come to the right conclusions? We approach this topic through the lens of what we know scientifically, and a dose of reality to identify what coaches and athletes really need to understand.
Guide: Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
Strength training and strength training for endurance athletes are not exactly the same thing. There are many considerations to take into account for endurance athletes. We cover them here.
Reverse Periodization
Traditional methods of periodization are commonly known and applied. But what about ‘reverse periodization?’ What is it; when and how should it be applied? We break it down for you here.
What is a Professional Coach?
What does it mean to be a professional in any field? It means a whole lot more than simply offering a service, or being paid for a service. Find out what “Professional” means for an endurance coach.
Beware of Shiny Objects
What is the most important component to your success as an athlete? Is it the “shiny objects” like super shoes, upgraded aero equipment, or the latest and greatest supplement? We think probably not. Something else may matter more.
