If you run road races, or the 10k on the track, you probably are aware of the timing chip strap that goes on your shoe. This is RFID technology or Radio Frequency Identification. It's not a big deal: your name and personal info is embedded on that chip and every time you cross the start or … [Read more...] about First RFID Lap Counters, Now Microchipped Olympic Tickets?
Archives for May 2008
The Toughest World Record To Break?
What is the toughest world record to break? You need to look no further than the men's 200-meters. Before Michael Johnson broke Italian Pietro Mennea's time the then World Record of 19.72 had stood for 17 years. But the real answers of the difficult to break the deuce world record lies in the … [Read more...] about The Toughest World Record To Break?
Jeremy Wariner, LaShawn Merritt and… Xavier Carter
These are 3 good picks for the 2008 USA Olympic Team. Many people think Angelo Taylor with be the third and final spot behind Jeremy Wariner and LaShawn Merrit. But trying to double in the 400 meter hurdles and the 400 meters, plus possibly 2 rounds in the 4x400m relay... that's a lot of lactic … [Read more...] about Jeremy Wariner, LaShawn Merritt and… Xavier Carter
Subliminal Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy for Athletes
Some athletes will do anything to win, as long as it's legal. We've heard the cliché that winning is X% physical and Y% mental. You can plug in your own numbers, but we all agree there is a mental aspect to sport success. Or meltdowns, especially when fatigue is a factor. I'll be attending … [Read more...] about Subliminal Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy for Athletes
Nutrition for Recovery – Post Workout Drink Controversy
I'll ask the question: What is the best Post Workout Drink for Nutrition and Recovery? Specifically, what should the ratio of protein and carbohydrates be? Should you also add glutamine or BCAA? How about creatine? Several theories exists, depending on your sport (speed/power or endurance … [Read more...] about Nutrition for Recovery – Post Workout Drink Controversy
Can Great Britain Repeat Gold in Men’s 4x100m?
In 1996, when the USA were too busy worrying about where to fit in Carl Lewis for the 4x100 meter relay, Canada stayed focus to win the Gold medal. But the Americans bounced back with a vengence with Maurice Green and won the Gold medal back in 2000. However, in 2004, the Americans bobbled … [Read more...] about Can Great Britain Repeat Gold in Men’s 4x100m?
Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil Benefits and Risks
This is Part 1 of a 2 Part series. When reading fish oil supplement labels: Make sure the type of fish from which the fish oil is extracted is listed. Look for terms "coldwater," "deep water" and "wild" as opposed to "farm-raised." In what ocean or hemisphere was the fish caught? North … [Read more...] about Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil Benefits and Risks
Complete Guide to Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil
This article was guest blogged by Mitch Pellecchia of VitaCost.com who wrote Complete Guide to Protein Powder Supplements, A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements and What are Amino Acids? About Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil By now, most of us have heard of essential fatty acids (EFAs) and their … [Read more...] about Complete Guide to Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil
The 12 Commandments to Better Health and Wellness
This article is guest blogged by Joe Sarti. Joe blogged recently on the topic of Nutrition and Kettlebell Training to Improve Your 40 Yard Dash Time The Commandments of Being Healthy 1. Commitment What do goals, deadlines, words mean if you are not willing to commitment to seeing them … [Read more...] about The 12 Commandments to Better Health and Wellness
Converting Miles to Kilometers or 400 meters
The quickest way to convert Miles to Kilometers when driving a car is: 1 mile = 1.609 kilometer 1 kilometer = 0.621 miles So when Americans come to Canada and see a "100 kph" posted speed limit, that's really 62 miles per hour! For a track or road running athlete, you know a 10km event is … [Read more...] about Converting Miles to Kilometers or 400 meters
