Should You Train Through Sickness?
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BY Jeff Sankoff
Should You Train Through Sickness?
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Strength

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How to Survive Desk Life
By matt pearce
We know that spending long hours sitting at a desk is bad for our health—here are some new ways to maintain mobility...
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3 Keys to Strength Training in Race Season
By Laura Marcoux
As the season progresses, strength sessions should decrease in both volume and specificity. Here’s how to use...
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Five Ways Runners Can Benefit From Deadlifting
By matt pearce
When runners think of strength training, many go straight to the squat. But the deadlift is actually a more effective...
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Sports Psychology

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Why a DNF is Sometimes Your Best Option
By Tatjana Ivanova
Making the call not to finish a race is always tough, but it’s not always a bad thing. Here are some things to...
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Stay Laser-Focused While Avoiding Burnout
By Rob Lee
You can only make progress if you avoid burnout; here’s how to stay focused without losing perspective.
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What Motivates Successful Athletes
By Marcel Berger
If you’re struggling to get excited about training, you may need to reevaluate your intrinsic and extrinsic...
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Off-Season

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4 Off-Season Sports You Should Try Right Now
By Gale Bernhardt
Try one of these four sports to improve your strength and refresh your body ahead of next year’s racing season.
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Simple Tips to Avoid Illness During The Off-Season
By Andy Blow
The cold and flu season is upon us, but these simple training, recovery and nutrition tips will keep your immune system...
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4 Tips For a More Productive Off-Season
By Mike Schultz
Winter presents unique challenges to endurance athletes. While some embrace the elements, others look for ways to make the...
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Data Analysis

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Data Analysis: Shaving 30 Minutes Off A Marathon PR
By Andrew Simmons
See what a PR-shattering season looks like, by the numbers. Coach Andrew Simmons gives us a season-long view on what it...
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See Kate Courtney’s XCO World-Championship Winning Power File
By Stephen Gallagher
A look at Kate Courtney’s winning power file from the 2018 World Championships in Lenzerheide Switzerland. The young...
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Analysis: Eritrean Neo-Pro Rides Well Beyond His Years at Vuelta
By Trevor Court
Team Dimension Data for Qhubeka is built around developing African riders, and in the Vuelta a España, 24-year-old Amanuel...
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Inspiration

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Triny Willerton’s Kona Dream
By Lydia Tanner
Triny Willerton is an age-group triathlete and mother of three who was working her way steadily toward IRONMAN world...
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Q&A with Matt Hanson: 2018 IRONMAN Texas Champion and New IRONMAN World Record Holder
By Susan Legacki
We sat down with 2018 IRONMAN Texas champion Matt Hanson to ask about his new world record, his thoughts on the...
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Q&A: Ben Hoffman’s “Year in Review” and Look Ahead
By Dotsie Bausch
The top-ranked U.S. pro triathlete sat down with Olympic silver medallist Dotsie Bausch to discuss the highs and lows of...
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All Performance

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Should You Train Through Sickness?
By Jeff Sankoff
It can be hard to ease off your training for an illness, and in some cases you may not have to. Here are the training...
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Can Vitamin D Affect Your Performance?
By Carrie McCusker
Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to everything from bone and muscle health to emotional wellbeing. Here’s how to...
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Does Your Base Phase Need to Be Slow and Steady?
By Philip Hatzis
For long endurance events, a slow and steady base phase might be too slow and steady. Here’s how to mix up your base...
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The Physical Benefits of the Off-Season
By Jeff Sankoff
Some athletes avoid the off-season for fear of losing fitness or gaining weight—while others fall completely off the wagon....
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Finding Your “Why”
By Philip Hatzis
In sport, it’s not “what” you do, but “why” you do it that will create a sense of wellbeing...
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Why You Should Measure HRV Through the Off-Season
By Simon Wegerif
You might consider HRV to be a tool solely for measuring overtraining, but you can learn valuable lessons for the season to...
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Winter Training Pitfalls to Avoid
By Simon Ward
Winter training can make a huge difference in your upcoming season, and doing it right might take less effort than you...
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Training Hacks for the Masters Athlete
By Simon Ward
Aging is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your athletic career. Here are some training adjustments to...
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Cross Country Skiing Workouts for Beginners
By Heather Casey
Cross country skiing is a great way to stay fit and motivated through the winter. Here are a few ways to focus your...
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4 Great Reasons to Start Working With a Coach This Winter
By Rob Lee
Winter training takes focus, commitment, and insight. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait until spring to enlist the...
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Avoid these Common Off-Season Mistakes
By Lance Watson
The off-season is a time for rest, but it’s also crucial for setting yourself up for the next season. Avoid these...
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Your Season Review in 7 Questions
By Laura Marcoux
It can be tempting to start your next season before fully processing your last one, but taking a moment to reflect can give...