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.
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Episode #5: Differences and Similarities between Amateur and Elite Runners with Guest Professional Marathoner Nell Rojas
In this ‘All Things Endurance’ episode, host Rick Prince chats with professional marathon runner and coach, Nell Rojas. Nell was the top American woman in the Boston Marathon in 2021 and 2022, and in 2023 she PR’d with a 2:24:51. In this episode, Nell discusses a wide range of topics from the perspective of both … Read more
Episode #4: The Do’s and Don’ts of Starting/Growing a Coaching Business with Guest Rachel Laymon
In this All Things Endurance podcast episode, host Rick Prince chats with running coach, Rachel Laymon. Rachel is a registered dietitian, certified personal trainer, UESCA-certified running coach, and the owner of Run Well Be Well, a run coaching company based out of Akron, Ohio. In this episode, Rachel discusses all of the ins and outs … Read more
Episode #3 – How To Direct a Race Like a Pro with Guest Mandy Mullen
Attention current or aspiring running race directors – this podcast is for you! In this episode of the ‘All Things Endurance’ podcast, host Rick Prince talks with Mandy Mullen, founder/owner of the run.Windsor Race Series. Mandy’s company organizes a robust series of races in Colorado from 5k through the ultramarathon distance. In this episode, Mandy … Read more
Know Your Worth
One of the most difficult aspects to manage when running a coaching business is to understand how much to charge for your services. We explain everything you should take into consideration.
Want More Power On The Bike? Start With Your Ankles
Ankles and ankle position can be a significant key to proper peddling mechanics. Learn how your ankles can be the key to pushing more power on the bike.
Everything You Need To Know About Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
We’ve all been there. You get back from an awesome run, feel healthy and energized, have a nice dinner, go to sleep and then @$*%#!… you can barely make it down the stairs the next morning (and the morning after that) because it feels like someone shortened your hamstrings by about an inch and then … Read more
IT Band Syndrome – Myths and Facts
Ah yes, iliotibial band syndrome, or ITB Syndrome (ITBS) for short. If you’ve been a runner or cyclist for even a day or two, you’ve likely heard of this term and it being synonymous with pain at the side of the knee. Before we go any further, let’s define what the IT Band is. The … Read more
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
