I'm trying something different for the next few months. I'll be sending short but meaningful messages meant to reframe how we approach and think about fitness.
Exercising as a Parent of Young Kids
Parenting young kids can be an all-consuming experience filled with joy, exhaustion, and an endless to-do list. Between diaper changes, school drop-offs, and
Combating Age-Related Muscle Loss: The Power of Resistance Training
Our bodies undergo various changes as we age, impacting our physical strength and overall health. The loss of muscle and strength are two important changes that
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
