Preamble: I posted my weight training routine from 1985-1992, followed by a lengthy discussion on how to calculate your 1 rep max (1RM) and weight percentages. Here's another weight training program for discussion. This is a 15 - 30 week weight training program. Each phase is 5 weeks … [Read more...] about Analysis – Weight Training Program for Long Sprinters
Archives for April 2009
EAT THIS, NOT THAT – Book Review
Eat This, Not That! Thousands of Simple Food Swaps that Can Save You 10, 20, 30 Pounds--or More! What is the best fast food in the world? That's like saying, "Strychnine can act as a stimulant, but how much can kill you?". If you are on the road a lot, and have no choice but to eat at fast … [Read more...] about EAT THIS, NOT THAT – Book Review
400 Meter Training Workouts – the 6×200 meters
I had a lot of email questions on the 400/800 Meter Training Workouts - The Beakdown, so I thought to add a few more of these workouts. (I wish readers would comment on the blog below the article so everyone can provide feedback) The Clyde Hart 8x200 Workout For men, 8 x 200m in 28 … [Read more...] about 400 Meter Training Workouts – the 6×200 meters
Why Food can be Better than Protein Powders
We all agree protein powders have an edge for convenience. Some are RTD (ready to drink), and some just require cold water and a shaker. But natural wholesome food sources have extra benefits beyond powders. Beef has iron. Fish has Taurine, Omega 3 oils, and B12. Dairy products have … [Read more...] about Why Food can be Better than Protein Powders
Jeremy Wariner and the Simple Whole Foods Diet
This is a good example of a world class athlete chowing down on a Simple Whole Foods Diet of ribs, sausage, baked potato with sour cream, cheese, and brisket! No need to pop pills here, though, maybe some Alka-Seltzer after the meal? Jeremy quotes, "I can eat whatever I want, whenever I want, … [Read more...] about Jeremy Wariner and the Simple Whole Foods Diet
Sprint Speed Throughout the Training Year
This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power for Maximum Speed. This is a 5 part series: Part 1 - A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength & Power, Core Strength, and Maximum Sprint … [Read more...] about Sprint Speed Throughout the Training Year
Basic and Advanced Technical Models for Sprinting
This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power for Maximum Speed. This is a 5 part series: Part 1 - A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength & Power, Core Strength, and Maximum Sprint … [Read more...] about Basic and Advanced Technical Models for Sprinting
Training for Development of Maximum Speed
This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power for Maximum Speed. This is a 5 part series: Part 1 - A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength & Power, Core Strength, and Maximum Sprint … [Read more...] about Training for Development of Maximum Speed
Sprint & Hurdles Program Design Overview
This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power for Maximum Speed This is a 5 part series: Part 1 - A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength & Power, Core Strength, and Maximum Sprint … [Read more...] about Sprint & Hurdles Program Design Overview
A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength, Power, Sprint Speed & Core Strength
This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power for Maximum Speed This is a 5 part series: Part 1 - A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength & Power, Core Strength, and Maximum … [Read more...] about A Total Sprint-Training Program for Maximum Strength, Power, Sprint Speed & Core Strength
