The Science of Stretching – Simply Explained
Stretching tends to be a bit of a controversial subject, and not well understood at best. We break down the science behind stretching so you can better understand it and better apply it.
Triathlon
The triathlon posts discuss triathlon related training and racing information, as well as UESCA triathlon coach certification.
Role of the Big Toe in Running
Who would have thought that one small part of the foot could have so much importance to function and sport. Find out why the big toe is a big hero of healthy movement.
Carbohydrate vs. Fat Burning – A Comprehensive Review
Understanding how the body oxidizes fat and carbohydrate is fundamentally important to training and proper nutrition. We break down the science behind it to make it easily understandable.
What is a Side Stitch and Why Won’t It Go Away?
We’ve all experienced them so what are they, why do they happen, and how can we prevent them. Find out here.
What is Base Training? Hint: It’s Not What You Think
‘Base Training’ is a commonly used term but do you really understand what it means? We provide an overview here so you can easily apply it to training and periodization.
Lactic Acid vs. Lactate: What’s The Difference?
These two terms are not the same but are often used interchangeably. Find out how they differ, what’s really going on in the body, and what the correct terminology is.
Risk Based Pacing (Part One)
To understand pacing, we need to first understand fatigue. While we’ve all felt fatigue, what is really going on within the body to regulate our effort? We cover it here with a great overview of fatigue.
Training For An Endurance Event While Working A Physically Demanding Job
Training for an endurance sport can be tough. This is especially the case for someone who works a full-time job that requires a lot of physical labor. This is because these jobs typically involve long hours, being on your feet for extensive periods of time, and likely involves heavy lifting. Face it… that’s a workout … Read more
Is There Really A Fat Burning Zone?
A lot of endurance sport athletes train and race for reasons other than competition or a high placing. One of the biggest reasons is for the health benefits and moreover, to lose weight. So when you have a client come to you with weight loss as a primary goal, how do you proceed from a … Read more
5 Reasons you MUST have a cancellation policy (and what it should say)
If there is anything that 20 years experience as both a personal trainer and endurance sports coach has taught me is that having and adhering to a cancellation policy (CP) is a must! Notice that I wrote, ‘adhere to’ and not just ‘have.’ I know a lot of coaches and trainers that have cancellation policies … Read more
