Here’s some of the research presented by exercise physiologists, nutritionists and other health professionals at the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual meeting (Denver, May, 2006)

You will have more energy during your rest or taper period. Don't be tempted to use it! Save it for your event and you will be glad you did.

Although you can receive all of your vitamins and minerals through foods eaten in the diet, nutritional products used for training may not allow you to meet recommendations on a daily basis.

As we enter the summer months of training and racing it seems reasonable to discuss issues around heat illness: what is it, how do we recognize it, what can we do about it, and how do we prevent it.

They are comfortable, but on longer runs the ball of my foot starts to heat up. I actually had to STOP, take off the shoe, massage my foot. This would help for a while, but the pain usually returned.

I'm kind of freaking out about not being able to have dairy-One, because I love it, nd two, because I know I get nutrients/vitamins from the dairy, and don't want to become deficient in something.

Take some time right now to think of at least three great reasons why your goal is worth achieving. Make them specific, powerful, exciting, and inspiring.

Gut check! Striking a balance between your two loves can make and keep the relationship strong.

From triple bypass to triathlon. I am now just two days away from the Pacific Crest Half-Ironman.

Race report for my first sprint triathlon in which I tell the tale of panic and redemption.

Keep in mind that the taper period is as important to your body as all of the long hours you’ve put in the pool, on the bike and on the road. It is meant to help you rest, recover and rejuvenate.

Is there a magic number of days off for your training plan? Is it a one size fits all or an an individual choice?

The following instructions make it easy to record and upload your triathlon and race videos to your albums.

Jackknife strength exercise instruction with picture and video.

Leg Pull-In strength exercise instruction with picture and video.