The Case for Slowing Down
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Strength Training: Why All Endurance Athletes Should Go to the Gym
By Landry Bobo

Improving your economy — the ability to sustain a given power at a certain VO2 value — should be one of your top training priorities. Here’s how strength training at the gym will make you a more powerful and economical endurance athlete.

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Drills to Improve Your Front Crawl Stroke
By Gina Rymal

Each phase of the front crawl stroke requires precise body mechanics to optimize speed and power. Here’s how you can nail them.

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Training Through Covid-19

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Myocarditis Risk With COVID-19
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
For patients who have recovered from COVID-19, myocarditis may cause lingering complications, even among seemingly-healthy...
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Training In Complicated Times: Do you Need a Coach?
By Maria Simone
With the 2021 racing season still in flux, coaching might seem like a luxury. But for many athletes, it’s more...
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Maintaining A Bulletproof Mindset Through COVID-19
By Mary Timoney
How one athlete has inspired his coach during a season of change and canceled races.
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Triathlon

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What You Need to Know About Training Outdoors This Winter
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
Training through the winter doesn’t have to mean hibernating in your pain cave—here’s how to enjoy outdoor...
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Winter Gear Maintenance
By Lindsay Zemba Leigh
Over the winter months we are generally training less, so it’s the perfect time to make sure your gear is in good working...
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Ultimate Ironman Training Guide
This guide is designed to be used as you train for an IRONMAN triathlon, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from triathlon coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed.
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Cycling

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You Need a Stronger Body, Not a Better Bike Part 4
By Lawrence Herrera
Mobility is essential for MTB performance, but many struggle with poor range of motion. Certified Strength and Conditioning...
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You Need a Stronger Body, Not a Better Bike Part 3
By Lawrence Herrera
Training at the pump track can elevate your mountain biking skills to the next level. Here’s why—and how to start...
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Ultimate Century Training Guide
This guide is designed to be used as you train for a century, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from expert cycling coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed.
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Running

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Will A Non-Motorized Treadmill Make You Faster?
By Philip Mosley
There’s growing evidence that non-motorized treadmills might be more beneficial to your training than traditional...
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Tissue Adaptation for Runners
By Carrie McCusker
While training often emphasizes muscular development, strong connective tissue may be the key to a long, injury-free...
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Complete Ultramarathon Training Guide
In this guide you'll find tips from top trail running coaches on the training, logistics, and mental tricks you'll need to complete a successful ultramarathon.
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Nutrition

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Hydration for Female Athletes
By Abby Coleman
Should female athletes hydrate differently than their male counterparts? Sports scientist Abby Coleman breaks through the...
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Understanding Your Appetite During Cold-Weather Training
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
Consuming more calories during the winter months is in our DNA, but it can be counter-productive to your fitness goals. Dr....
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How to Avoid Hyper-Hydration
By Abby Coleman
Drinking the right amount of water can help optimize blood sodium levels, which is a vital component of athletic...
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Performance

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Interval Workouts: Why Longer Recoveries Are Better
By Philip Mosley
How long should you rest between intervals? Should you move or stay still? Recent research provides the answers.
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Why Masters Athletes Should Monitor Their HRV
By Simon Wegerif
Heart rate variability generally declines as we age. But it’s not all doom and gloom for Masters athletes, who can use HRV...
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Setting Attainable Resolutions
By Steven Moody
If you already blew your New Year’s resolutions, it’s time to pick up the pen again. Here’s a fresh look at how you can...
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The Case for Slowing Down
By Joe Hamilton
Despite the frustrations of last year, 2020 gave us ample time to reflect upon our priorities as athletes. While you may be...
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Strength Training: Why All Endurance Athletes Should Go to the Gym
By Landry Bobo
Improving your economy — the ability to sustain a given power at a certain VO2 value — should be one of your top training...
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Drills to Improve Your Front Crawl Stroke
By Gina Rymal
Each phase of the front crawl stroke requires precise body mechanics to optimize speed and power. Here’s how you can nail...
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#HYDRATION
Hydration for Female Athletes
By Abby Coleman
Should female athletes hydrate differently than their male counterparts? Sports scientist Abby Coleman breaks through the...
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You Need a Stronger Body, Not a Better Bike Part 4
By Lawrence Herrera
Mobility is essential for MTB performance, but many struggle with poor range of motion. Certified Strength and Conditioning...
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Will A Non-Motorized Treadmill Make You Faster?
By Philip Mosley
There’s growing evidence that non-motorized treadmills might be more beneficial to your training than traditional...
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#NUTRITION
Understanding Your Appetite During Cold-Weather Training
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
Consuming more calories during the winter months is in our DNA, but it can be counter-productive to your fitness goals. Dr....
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#HYDRATION
How to Avoid Hyper-Hydration
By Abby Coleman
Drinking the right amount of water can help optimize blood sodium levels, which is a vital component of athletic...
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#STRENGTH
Interval Workouts: Why Longer Recoveries Are Better
By Philip Mosley
How long should you rest between intervals? Should you move or stay still? Recent research provides the answers.
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#STRENGTH
Why Masters Athletes Should Monitor Their HRV
By Simon Wegerif
Heart rate variability generally declines as we age. But it’s not all doom and gloom for Masters athletes, who can use HRV...
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#STRENGTH
Tissue Adaptation for Runners
By Carrie McCusker
While training often emphasizes muscular development, strong connective tissue may be the key to a long, injury-free...
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#OFF-SEASON
Setting Attainable Resolutions
By Steven Moody
If you already blew your New Year’s resolutions, it’s time to pick up the pen again. Here’s a fresh look at how you can...