Our bodies undergo various changes as we age, impacting our physical strength and overall health. The loss of muscle and the loss of strength are two important
Zone 2 Training… why so many people get it wrong
In endurance training and longevity circles, 'Zone 2' has become a buzzword, often tossed around... but not fully understood. While many associate 'Zone 2' with
The Interplay of Metabolic Health and Musculoskeletal Wellness
When we think about musculoskeletal disorders – be it joint pain, muscle stiffness, or tendon issues – the immediate assumption often leans towards mechanical
Runners require strength too: What to do and when to do it
Strength training produces better runners. But many runners are confused about what type of strength training to do. We know that runners should engage in
Runners: How to fuel for your training and races.
When you’re training for a race or maintaining a certain level of fitness, certain food principles can help maximize your training efforts. A little science
Lactate, the lactate shuttle, and lactate threshold workouts in polarized training
Most athletes poorly understand a small molecule known as lactate. Lactate is a fuel source for our cells, and we can train to use lactate more efficiently. The
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy- a true pain in the butt
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is one of just a few overuse runners' injuries that can be quite a bear to manage. It truly is a pain in the butt. You
Polarized training for everyday runners: Part 1
Most all elite endurance athletes and their coaches utilize a polarized training program. Most untrained or casual runners do not use a polarized training
Overtraining and how to avoid it
Most runners run too fast on their slow days and too slow on their fast days. Most runners/cyclists are not adept at understanding load management. Instead of
Zone 2 Heart Rate Training For Longevity and Performance
Whether you are optimizing your exercise regimen for performance or you want to live a longer healthy life, the concept of zone 2 heart rate training deserves
Walk, Exercise, Running, and Living with Knee Arthritis
How many of you have been told to rest and stop running or exercising because you have knee arthritis? Far too many people (including healthcare professionals)
Exercise Is More Critical Than Ever During A Pandemic
Far too many people are not exercising at the very time it has it could have its greatest payoff. It's at times like these when exercise is more important
