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What is Anaerobic Threshold? (+sample workouts!)
Exercise physiologists have long used thresholds as a way to measure transitions through exercise intensities, to quantify changes in fitness over time, and to evaluate metabolism in humans.
Often people refer to their “threshold” in the running world. But, as exercise physiologists, we know that there are actually at least two thresholds, the aerobic threshold and the anaerobic threshold, both with different purposes, physiologies, and work loads.
What is Aerobic Threshold? (+ sample workouts!)
What is Aerobic Threshold? Often people refer to their “threshold” in the running world. But, as exercise physiologists, we know that there are actually two thresholds, the aerobic threshold and the anaerobic threshold, both with different purposes,...
Do squats count as cardio? Let’s review the research in 2024
“Squats: The ultimate leg day hero or the secret weapon of cardio enthusiasts everywhere? Let’s settle this once and for all.”
Should You Train With Some Shoulder Pain?
Wondering how much pain is normal to train through? Here we will lay out everything you need to know about training with shoulder pain.
Achilles Ruptures on the Rise
Discover the rising trend of Achilles ruptures among athletes, exploring causes like turf conditions and training loads. Learn key prevention strategies for strength and conditioning coaches to mitigate these injuries.
Which smartwatch should I buy in 2024 to get the most out of my endurance training?
Discover the perfect watch for optimizing your endurance training! Explore budget-friendly options and essential features like Training Peaks integration, battery life, GPS accuracy, and more to elevate your performance.
Why won’t my achilles pain go away? Ideas for tackling chronic achilles pain
Quick Navigation Introduction Steps to Take in your Goal Setting Process Types of Goals How do you know if your goals are achievable? What happens if you fail? You've created your plan...What now? Why won't my achilles pain go away? Whether you're an athlete,...
Goal Setting for Endurance Athletes
Quick Navigation Introduction Steps to Take in your Goal Setting Process for Effective Goal Setting Types of Goals How do you know if your goals are achievable? What happens if you fail? You've created your plan...What now? Imagine this: It’s a new year. You decide...
What is pronation?
Introduction to Foot Function If you've been following us over the past 3 years, you may have noticed that we have started to incorporate a lot more foot, arch, and lower limb strengthening exercises. Do this quick test to illustrate a point we make often. Try this...
Why speed first, then capacity?
Introduction Prepare to have some of the rules of endurance training that you’ve long known - shattered. Here I want to pull together some of the rebels of athleticism as they have dared to question conventional wisdom. In one corner, the revered 80/20 rule advocates...
Track Legend, Les Gramantik: Evolving Coaching Philosophy
Introduction "Who are you to be interviewing one of the world's greatest track coaches?" you're probably asking me as you read the title to this blog. And you aren't wrong for asking such a question. My name is Carla Robbins and I'm essentially a relatively young...
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