It’s been a couple of years since I last checked the research for the latest on compression clothing. When I first wrote about this topic back in October, 2007 there really wasn’t much available. By … [Read more...] about An Update on Compression Clothing
Archives for February 2011
Choosing a Camp
One of the fastest ways to grow as a athlete is to attend a camp. But it shouldn’t be a random decision. In choosing a camp you should decide what it is you hope to get out of it. Camps offer a wide … [Read more...] about Choosing a Camp
“Crash” Training
I was recently asked about "crash" training, which I wrote about in my Training Bibles. I've written about this before, but not in much detail. So perhaps it's time to go back to … [Read more...] about “Crash” Training
Triathlon Purchases by Ability & Experience
An author asked me today what purchases I'd suggest triathletes make to help them improve and grow based on their ability and experience levels. This is a tough one as there are many, many … [Read more...] about Triathlon Purchases by Ability & Experience
Again the Pacing Thing – Heart Rate Monitors
In the last two posts I wrote about one of my favorite topics – race pacing. In the first I once again described the issue I’ve written about so many times. In the second I briefly discussed the issue … [Read more...] about Again the Pacing Thing – Heart Rate Monitors
Again the Pacing Thing – Fast Starts
There are times when it’s ok, even necessary, to start the race very fast. Some events just start that way and if you want to be with the lead group or have an advantageous position then you have no … [Read more...] about Again the Pacing Thing – Fast Starts
Again the Pacing Thing!
Here I go again. Yet another post on pacing (also see here, here, here, here, here, here and here). It seems I need to repeat this topic several times a year. I suppose that’s because it’s so hard to … [Read more...] about Again the Pacing Thing!
Men, Marriage, Money – and Sport
One of the young male athletes I coach brought this article in the Wall Street Journal to my attention today. It's an interesting area for thought and discussion. This is a topic that comes up … [Read more...] about Men, Marriage, Money – and Sport