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Structured training is all about repetition and specificity. In executing a training plan, we're throwing specific and repetitive workload at the body in order to convince it to make physiological adaptations. In basic terms, the desired adaptations are increasing the body's ability to do work for longer and at higher intensity for reduced physiological cost
uscle cramps can be a great way to ruin a workout or even a great night of sleep. We often hear that cramps are caused by dehydration or electrolyte depletion during sweating. While these are important aspects of cramping, they only tell part of the story. Two studies have shown that muscular fatigue and temperature also influence cramping. Here are a few steps you can take to minimize your risk of cramping during exercise:
How many times do you throw your leg over the bike and think where should I ride? Happens to me all of the time. I have a couple of go-to routes I take rolling away from P7HQ. One is a flat to rolling ride with minimal forced stops (traffic lights/stop signs). The other is up one of the local canyons that has options for some steep sections as well as extended moderate grades. I've used these routes for years because I know how to execute a variety of workouts due to the terrain and distance.
Integrating sprint work into your training regimen is a great thing to do throughout the year. You will benefit in race situations whether on the MTB or road/cyclocross bikes. Focused sprint efforts give you a variety of benefits from accelerating quicker with faster recovery, building overall muscular strength as well as making improved neuromuscular connections.
I have noticed over years of coaching both road and trail running athletes, one of the biggest differences when they start is their general idea of structured training. I don’t have scientific data backing for this observation, but it seems for the most part that road runners have an easier time sticking to a plan then trail runners do.
remember when I first started running - it was about 7 months postpartum from my third child. I had plenty of weight to lose and was really starting from scratch. In a relatively short amount of time, I went from the walk-run method for 30 minutes to running 30 minutes straight to running several miles at a time.
“A lion never warms up before he chases a gazelle.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this statement used as an explanation to why a warm up is a waste of time. Well, you aren’t a lion and utilizing a proper warm up can be the difference between a good training session and just getting through it. Some of the benefits are listed below:
was recently on a phone call with a potential running client who told me that the number one thing he felt like he needed help with was correcting his running form. When I asked him what issues or outcomes led him to believe his form was bad, he responded that a few years ago he had a calf injury he believed was caused by poor running form.
You know what you eat before training matters, but did you know that what you eat during exercise has a huge impact on your performance? If your training session lasts more than 60 minutes, your body will begin to deplete fuel in the muscle and begins to rely increasingly on blood sugar levels to provide energy for exercise. Here are a few tips you can use to help with fueling:
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