I used to pride myself in ordering a Club sandwich when travelling, usually at the hotel restaurants. The other options were burgers, pizza or overcooked pasta. As an athlete, I tried to stay healthy. Even as a coach, I try to be role model in front of my hungry athletes (good thing I … [Read more...] about Worst Club Sandwich in America?
Archives for 2010
Ralph Mann – Sprinting and Hurdling [PODCAST]
Ralph Mann is everywhere. He was in London at the European Sprinting & Hurdling Conference, then he was at the 2010 USATF National Podium Education Project in Virginia Beach. He’s also famous for his Sprinting & Hurdling book (which I have referenced several times on this Blog), which you … [Read more...] about Ralph Mann – Sprinting and Hurdling [PODCAST]
iPhone Starter Pistol App
Here is a neat device that can be used when training alone, though I don’t recommend training alone when doing starts. If you must train alone, then mount a video camera on a tripod and record your start and first 10 or 20 meters. In the old days, sprinters training alone would bring a tape … [Read more...] about iPhone Starter Pistol App
NIKE Christmas Day: LEBRON 8, Zoom KD III and Zoom Kobe VI
LEBRON 8 V/2 CHRISTMAS DAY “RUN ON RED” Like a lion on the hunt, the LEBRON 8 V/2 is designed to be leaner and lighter, and to reflect LeBron’s evolving physical condition as he goes into the critical second half of the season. At a full 1 oz lighter than the first LEBRON 8, the V/2 is the first … [Read more...] about NIKE Christmas Day: LEBRON 8, Zoom KD III and Zoom Kobe VI
How to Improve Acceleration Part 4
This is part 4 of a multi-part series. Part 1, which discussed hip mechanics, can be found here. Part 2 discussed several types of Resistance Running. Part 3 discusses The Role of Strength and Power Training This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books … [Read more...] about How to Improve Acceleration Part 4
How to Improve Acceleration Part 3
This is part 3 of a multi-part series. Part 1, which discussed hip mechanics, can be found here. Part 2 discussed several types of Resistance Running. This article is guest blogged by Jim Hiserman, author of the books Program Design Method for Sprints & Hurdle Training and Strength and Power … [Read more...] about How to Improve Acceleration Part 3
Sugar: The Bitter Truth Revisited with Dr. Robert Lustig
I have been moonlighting on another job which explains the infrequent posting here on Speedendurance. I pride on the fact that ALL the information on this site is free, with no monthly membership fees. That being said, I do have to earn a living, and that’s where I am a Technology … [Read more...] about Sugar: The Bitter Truth Revisited with Dr. Robert Lustig
The Psoas Major Muscle: the Forgotten Hip Flexor
In a perfect world, this Blog would consist of 70% training articles (including track, plyometric and weight workoiuts), 20% on recovery and regeneration, and 10% on nutrition and supplements. That’s my rough estimate (and I mean rough) on a successful training program. That being said, I talked … [Read more...] about The Psoas Major Muscle: the Forgotten Hip Flexor
Lee Evans to Sell Gold Medals from 1968 Protest at Mexico City Olympics
In an exclusive interview with Lee Evans, the 1968 Olympic 400 meter champion and anchor leg of the 4x400m relay (both World Records), I asked him on why he has decided to sell his Gold Medals from those Games. SpeedEndurance.com: As you may be aware, Tommie Smith tried to sell his Gold medal and … [Read more...] about Lee Evans to Sell Gold Medals from 1968 Protest at Mexico City Olympics
Exploiting your 4×100 meter Relay Personnel
I love relays, especially the 4x100m relay, and to prove my point, here are 10 previous articles from technique, strategy and history over the past 3 years: 4×100m Relay: Thoughts on the European Athletics Championships 4×100 Relay Baton Passing – Upsweep, Downsweep or Push Pass? 4×100 … [Read more...] about Exploiting your 4×100 meter Relay Personnel
