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Suggested Post Caption As with many aspects of exercise and training, there’s often a balance to strike in order to achieve optimal performance (which of course also includes freedom from injury). In today’s post we’re looking at symptoms of overtraining. Highly motivated athletes are among those most at risk of overtraining as they may overlook … Read more

Suggested Post Caption Choosing which distance to race . . . what thought process goes into that? Do you, as a runner or triathlete, consider one distance more legitimate than another? Do you view them as shorter = beginner, longer = advanced? Do you feel any pressure to race farther in order to earn the … Read more

Suggested Post Caption ⛔ This is a Myth ⛔When it comes to all kinds of injuries or pain, running always seems to get a bad rap. Have you ever had someone tell you “you’re going to ruin your knees with all that running you do.” 😵 📣 Well the good news is, there’s no evidence … Read more

Suggested Post Caption Related specifically to running performance – this is likely a Myth (though more research is needed). But compression socks/sleeves could possibly have some general benefits!General background – early use of compression socks was in the clinical setting where they were used to treat edema related to medical issues.Related to running, the theory … Read more

Suggested Post Caption I’m not ready to slow down yet are you? It’s an amazing thing that we have control over our aging process and our performance as an athlete. One big key is keeping intensity in your training! That’s additionally helpful because typically higher intensity workouts are shorter. You get great benefit in less … Read more

Suggested Post Caption How are you feeling today? Paying attention to our body, energy level and mood helps us understand where we are in our recovery from previous workouts. Scenario: You (or your coach) planned a 6 mile run today, which is a moderately long run for you. Take a moment to notice how you’re … Read more