How to taper for competition
Tapering for a race can ensure your potential is shown on the day it matters. It allows all your preparation to come to a head…
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Heart rate training part 2: Using your zones!
In Heart rate training 1 we discussed what heart rate training was and why it exists. In this part the practical aspect will be discussed…
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Climb like the GOAT
For cyclists, climbing the hills are a love hate relationship. Racers can see it as an opportunity to take control of a race or lose…
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New Year, New Start
The holiday season is over and for many summer athletes this marks the end of the off season. For some this period has been used…
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Iron and Endurance Performance
Iron is perhaps one of the most important nutrients when it comes to performance. This is due to it’s role in transporting oxygen through the…
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What you need to know about staying hydrated!
We have all heard the importance of hydration. We have all been told how important it is to stay hydrated in order to perform optimally.…
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Warning signs of over reaching.
Dealing with a large number of athletes shows a huge amount of variation and diversity. Lifestyle and physiological factors are totally different from one athlete…
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Will cardiovascular training kill strength
One of the most poorly understood interactions in the sport and fitness world is that of cardiovascular training and strength levels. One of the most…
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Exercise performance in the heat!
As it is coming closer to the summer months here in the Northern Hemisphere, now is a good time to discuss how heat influences performance.…
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The Ultimate conditioning tool: Threshold intervals.
There are many conditioning methods and tools out there. One of our favorites is threshold sessions. The goal of these sessions is get some volume…
