Did you know that when, and what, you eat are as important as how much you eat? Fueling correctly after exercise will help you build muscle and restock glycogen stores efficiently so you feel ready to work hard at your next workout. 1. The Importance of Protein Protein is the wonder child when it comes…
I see a lot of confusion and questions out there about how to train for a marathon. Let’s go through a few common questions regarding marathon training. How many weeks should I train for a marathon? The standard range for marathon training is 16-22 weeks. Where you fall in that range is going to depend…
I invite you to explore the science of stretching so you understand how to use stretching properly in order to increase range of motion and flexibility without negatively affecting muscle strength and force generation. When I ran cross country in high school, the whole team would meet on the upper field and usually start our…
With a thorough understanding of RPE (rate of perceived exertion), you will be able to train at the correct intensity at every workout, get the most out of each training session, and see results faster. 1. What is RPE? RPE or rate of perceived exertion is a simple tool that can help you tune into…
