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Climbing like a Tour Rider

Posted: 04/05/2012

Climbing like a Tour Rider

© 2009 by Joe Friel

There are two kind of stages that will more than likely determine the general classification of this year’s Tour de France—hills and time trials. Let’s take a look at hills and what you can do to climb better.

Looking for Fat Loss?

Posted: 10/27/2011

Looking for Fat Loss?     Are you working out 3-4 days/week?   Are you tracking your nutrition intake?   Are you focused on getting stronger?   Are you taking Fish Oil supplements?     **The answer should be yes to all of the above.

Resistance Training for Endurance Athletics

Posted: 03/30/2011

 Resistance Training for Endurance Athletics  A lack of appropriate muscular balance is a significant factor (some would argue the most significant factor) in many musculoskeletal injuries. When muscles working in opposition to each other across a joint develop an inappropriate balance of strength and endurance, not only is the resting posture of the joint affected...

The Truth About Prescription Fish Oil

Posted: 03/29/2011

Supplement Research UpdateThe Truth About Prescription Fish Oilby Mike Roussell, PhD – 3/22/2011 I couldn't believe my eyes, but there it was: a commercial for prescription fish oil. Why do we need an expensive 'script for something anyone can buy over the counter or online?Was this stuff better than a high-quality fish oil supplement? Or was this just Big Pharma glomming...

Paleo Nutrition Improved

Posted: 03/29/2011

Paleo Nutrition Improvedby Nate Miyaki – 3/25/2011 "If it doesn't swim, run, or fly, or isn't green and grow in the ground, don't eat it."T NATION readers are likely familiar with the above nutrition quote, popularized by coaches like Charles Poliquin, Christian Thibaudeau, and John Berardi, just to name a few.Or maybe you've heard the late, great Jack Lalanne's simple...

Foam Rolling

Posted: 11/29/2010

Feel Better for 10 BucksSelf-myofascial release: no doctor required!by Eric Cressey and Mike RobertsonTen bucks doesn't buy much nowadays. You could pick up a day pass at some commercial gym, or pull off the co-pay on a visit to the chiropractor. If you're lucky, you might even be able to swing a mediocre Russian mail order bride.Or, you could just go the safe route with your...

Energy Systems and VO2 Max

Posted: 11/29/2010

 Energy Systems and VO2 MaxFor the triathlon, a well trained athlete will rely upon a combination of endurance and speed. Two particular energy systems the body uses for fuel play a key role in designing specific training programs to enhance performance.The anaerobic adenosine triphosphate – lactic acid (ATP-LA) system must be stimulated to improve motor unit recruitment,...

The Dirty Dozen

Posted: 11/11/2010

 The “Dirty Dozen” - RunningWorkouts The following is a breakdown of workouts supplied for the Canadian Seven’s Program. The workouts will be challenging and are in no particular order. They can be done on the off days from U of C Training to build your fitness base.   Important: It is critical you perform "Active Rest" - which means a very...

Maximize Your Results

Posted: 10/15/2010

 Maximize your Results  Nutrition - Your nutrition must coincide with your goals. Optimal protein, fat and carbohydrate levels are critical to your success. A calorie is not a calorie! Frequency – Increasing workout frequency throughout the week will make an impact on any goal. For optimal fat loss you should be doing 3-5 sessions a week of weight training. Consistency...

5 Key Fat Loss Tips

Posted: 10/15/2010

 5 Key Fat Loss Tips Increase protein intake to prevent muscle loss and aid in muscle gain Decrease intake of starchy and high glycemic carbohydrates such as pasta, rice, bread, potato's etc. Supplement with high concentration fish oil Keep your metabolic rate high by doing high intensity interval based cardio. Limit low intensity, long duration cardio...