Fitness How to Travel Like a Pro Athlete By Hannah Rex; August 25, 2017 We’re in the thick of the race season, which means you’re likely not just logging a lot of swim, bike, and run miles — you’re...
Fitness How To Improve Your Freestyle Stroke By Hannah Rex; July 27, 2017 Great freestylers know that technique counts just as much as power and strength when swimming. Learn how to improve your freestyle stroke with these tips.
Fitness Is Your Fitness Tracker Lying to You? By Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; July 12, 2017 Not All Fitness Trackers are Created Equal It’s official: Most wrist-worn activity trackers suck at heart rate monitoring — especially when compared to a good ol’...
Fitness How to Taper for a Triathlon By Hannah Rex; June 28, 2017 When it comes to tapering – gradually reducing training volume in the weeks leading up to an event – there are a few general principles...
Fitness How to Avoid Bonking While Working Out By Denis Faye, M.S.; June 21, 2017 Any committed exerciser knows the feeling of bonking, when your muscles give up and you cant continue. Here's why it happens and how you can...
Fitness 6 Things About Triathlons That Will Surprise You By Hannah Rex; June 2, 2017 Cake. Gummy worms. Rotisserie chicken. Cheeseburgers. Not exactly what you’d call the diet of champions, but these are all items that have been consumed by...
Fitness 4 Swimming Workouts for Beginners and Athletes By Hannah Rex; May 31, 2017 These swim workouts will help you optimize your time in the water regardless of whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned competitor.
Fitness How to Plan Your Triathlon Race Season By Hannah Rex; May 18, 2017 Training for triathlon is fun, but racing brings the sport to life. Here's how to make the most of your race calendar to better the...
Fitness How Your Smartphone is Sabotaging Your Workout By Ben Sullivan; May 3, 2017 Using your smartphone during exercise can affect the intensity and enjoyment of your workout, according studies at Hiram College.
Fitness How to Use the Köhler Effect to Improve Athletic Performance By Denis Faye, M.S.; April 18, 2017 The Köhler Effect is a phenomenon that often arrises in competitive athletic settings. Here's how you can use it to improve your performance.
Fitness What is Periodization? By Hannah Rex; April 4, 2017 When your workouts become stale and ineffective, you hit a plateau. And here’s why: Your training program lacks periodization. Here's what that means, and how...
Fitness How to Improve Your Running Form By Hannah Rex; March 22, 2017 There is no "right" way to run, but for most people there is plenty of room for improvement. Generate more power and expend less energy...
Fitness How to Prepare for Your First Century Bike Ride By Hannah Rex; February 23, 2017 Biking 100 miles might seem daunting, but it's an experience you'll never forget. Follow these tips to help you prepare and train for a century...
Fitness Do Allergy Pills Block Muscle Growth? By Ben Sullivan; February 9, 2017 Antihistamines Might Hamper Strength Gains Itchy eyes, runny nose, incessant sneezing, chest pain — there’s nothing fun about allergies or heartburn. But a recent study...
Fitness Triathlon Training: 7 Preseason Tips from the Pros By Jordan Burchette; January 25, 2017 A version of this story originally appeared on Ironman.com. It’s officially the triathlon preseason! How do you prepare during this time to ensure that you...
Fitness How to Train for Your First Triathlon By Beachbody; January 25, 2017 Triathlon might seem like an intimidating sport, but with the right preparation, anyone can do it. Here are tips to help you train for your...
Fitness How to Boost Performance and Recovery by Increasing Capillary Density By Micah Elconin; January 11, 2017 Runners and weightlifters occupy different ends of the athletic spectrum, and often have equally opposing views of what it means to be “fit.” But if...
Fitness Five Running Workouts Every Runner Must Do By Mackenzie Lobby Havey; December 21, 2016 By weaving these five running workouts into your training plan, you’ll improve your odds of achieving your results, whether that's to get a slimmer waist...
