#technology
How To Understand Human Efficiency and Its Impact on Triathlon Achievement
By breaking gross efficiency down into its constituent parts, we can make performance gains easier to find and quantify, making ... Read Article
Tom Epton
How to Use Data Science for Analyzing Endurance Athletes
Coaches must be able to analyze and understand an endless stream of data in order to draw conclusions; using data ... Read Article
Those Supplements Likely Don’t Work and Might Be Harmful for Athletes
Even the most effective products won't provide a shortcut to better performance and there are no substitutes for consistent training, ... Read Article
Phil White
#physiology
Is Your Athlete an Altitude Responder?
Some athletes may struggle when it comes to training at altitude. Use these tips to make the acclimatization process easier. Read Article
The Basis of RPE and Why Coaches Should Use It
Metrics from devices like power, heart rate and HRV are great, but rate of perceived exertion is a powerful tool ... Read Article
Fabiano C. Araujo
3 Exercise Pairings for Faster, More Resilient Athletes
Prepare your athletes for their best performances with these three effective exercise pairings. Read Article
Menachem Brodie
#psychology
Social Psychology: Athletes Going Farther by Going Together
Helping athletes choose the right training partner(s) boosts motivation and performance, especially during challenging conditions. Training in groups also increases ... Read Article
How Training Addiction and Disordered Eating are Connected
Learn why endurance athletes are susceptible to training obsessively, where this might intersect with similarly self-destructive beliefs about food, identity ... Read Article
#coaching 101
Why Athletes Skip Workouts and How to Improve Compliance
Most athletes have great intentions and good reasons to accomplish their goals, but we're all capable of being less than ... Read Article
Carrie Jackson
#nutrition
The Science of Sugars in Endurance Sports
Understand how the body breaks down carbs into sugars and explore the various types of sugars used in endurance sports. Read Article
Elizabeth Inpyn
How to Normalize Talking About Menstrual Health With Your Athletes
Confidently initiate a conversation about your athlete’s menstrual health and its impact on training. Read Article
Claire Badenhorst
Weight Loss for Endurance Athletes: Is It Worth the Risk?
Understand how weight loss affects endurance athletes and whether or not it will help your athlete reach a new personal ... Read Article
The Science of Breathwork for Cyclists: Better Performance & Mobility
Learn how proper breathing techniques — no, belly breathing is not proper — can enhance athletic performance and reduce stress ... Read Article
Lessons Learned Using a CGM to Optimize Nutrition & Training
CGM devices are revolutionizing athletic training with real-time glucose monitoring and data-driven nutrition strategies for peak performance, but do you ... Read Article
Why Balance Training is NOT Core Stability Training
Forget what you know about "the core." Discover the true definition and how to train it for optimal performance in ... Read Article
Intermittent Fasting’s Effects On Endurance Results And Health
Fasted training can increase fat oxidation and affect energy metabolism, but its impact on athletic performance varies. Balancing fasting with ... Read Article
The Art of Coaching 60+ Athletes in Endurance Sports
Learn how to empower older athletes to reach their peak performance while staying healthy, injury-free, and fostering a sense of ... Read Article
Addressing the Changing Nutrition Needs of Masters Athletes
As athletes age, their nutrition needs become more specialized, requiring proper care and focus. Adjustments to nutrition and hydration should ... Read Article
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