One of my favorite mobility routines is to use a foam roller. Foam rolling allows me to loosen tight muscles and increase flexibility by targeting specific areas with deep, prolonged pressure. I start by rolling out with a foam roller or a trigger ball, I will start in my quads for about one minute each…
If you are an athlete or a beginner looking to get into shape, healthy starches can play an important role in your diet. Carbohydrates provide the body with energy and help to fuel your workouts, but not all carbs are created equal. Refined flours often times lack essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need,…
Recovery Week Recovery week during triathlon training is an essential part of any training program. Scheduling regular recovery weeks helps athletes avoid burnout, fatigue, and potential injury due to overtraining. Recovery weeks are a great opportunity to step back, rest, and recharge both mentally and physically before starting a new block of training. During a…
Improve Your Running Form to Maximize Efficiency Having proper form while running is essential to improving efficiency and performance. With the correct form, a runner can use less energy to cover the same distance than with improper form, leading to improved endurance, speed, and overall performance. Additionally, using correct form helps the runner avoid injuries…
Passive Heat Acclimatization As we are getting ready for a hot race it is very important to get heat acclimatized. Therefore, I recommend a passive heat acclimatization. This is a process of gradually and naturally allowing the body to adjust to warmer temperatures. It involves staying outdoors in hot weather or sitting in a sauna…
Iron deficiency is a condition that can cause fatigue, reduced exercise performance, and in severe cases, anaemia. It’s especially common in runners and other endurance athletes, who tend to lose iron through sweating and gastrointestinal blood loss. The good news is that iron deficiency is easily treated with dietary changes or supplements. If you’re an…
HIIT Workouts for Cyclist As a cyclist, you know that interval training is an important part of your regimen. But sometimes it can be tough to fit those workouts in, especially when you’re short on time. That’s where these high-intensity interval training workouts for cyclists come in! These routines are designed to help you improve…
Benefits of Eating Broccoli Broccoli is often thought of as a healthy food, but did you know that it can also be beneficial for athletes? This leafy green vegetable is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber and potassium. Broccoli can help athletes by providing them with the nutrients they…
“My Coach is telling me to slow down!” – Athlete Going slower to get faster may sound counterintuitive when it comes to running, but slowing down can actually be one of the best ways to increase your speed. It forces you to work smarter and focus on the form and technique of your run. Not…
Many athletes understand the importance of training, yet struggle to stay committed when it comes to setting and following through with a routine. Achieving success in any sport require dedication and discipline. In this blog, we’ll take a look at why sticking to a training plan is essential for sports performance and how athletess dedication…