Global football star Cristiano Ronaldo today with Nike launched the CR Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II boot. Inspired by Ronaldo’s lightning speed and effortless style off the pitch, the CR Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II combines high-performance innovation and heritage of the Nike Safari print. Nike … [Read more...] about Nike, Cristiano Ronaldo Introduce Safari Print Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II
Archives for October 2010
Renaming High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) as “Corn Sugar”
The consumers against HFCS may have won the battle, but they haven’t won the war. Due to increasing concerns and bad press about high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has resulted in losing credibility and in effect, losing sales. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently reported an 11% drop in … [Read more...] about Renaming High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) as “Corn Sugar”
PODCAST – Dan O’Brien
When I hear and see the name “Dan O’Brien”, the one word that comes to mind is “attitude”. “Character” is a close second. There are several posts on “Attitude” on this Blog, including Attitude is Everything where attitude = 100% and Attitude: the Difference Maker from the 2007 USATF National … [Read more...] about PODCAST – Dan O’Brien
2 Secrets to Sprinting: Forward Lean and Longer Ground Contact
There’s a reason why the October Issue of Men's Health is pictured below. (Thanks to Divinio A. for pointing it out) Here is a snippet of the article on page 36 referring to Leaning Power: "Dig, dig, dig!" may not be the best advice to shout at a sprinter. A recent German study found that … [Read more...] about 2 Secrets to Sprinting: Forward Lean and Longer Ground Contact
Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 3
This is Part 3 of a multi-part series. Click here for Part 1, and click here for Part 2. If you liked the 7 Squats Tip video by Eric Cressey last month, you’ll like love his simple demonstration on how to use a foam roller and tennis ball. By now, if you are following the series, you’ll … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 3
2010 USATF National Podium Education Project – December 1
When: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 8:00am- 6:15pm prior to the start of the USATF Annual Meeting, December 1-5. Where: Virginia Beach, Virginia What is it: The Podium Education Project, PEP, is an annual High Performance Coaches Symposium which brings elite coaches and sport scientists together to … [Read more...] about 2010 USATF National Podium Education Project – December 1
Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 2
This is Part 2 of a multi-part series. Click here for Part 1. Here is another resource for you, and best of all, it’s free. It’s called Self-Myofascial Release: Purpose, Methods, and Techniques by Mike Robertson. If you look at the cover of the ebook, you will notice 3 objects, and … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 2
Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 1
. This is Part 1 of a multi-part series. If you wonder why a big portion of this Blog is dedicated to recovery and regeneration, it is because I believe it is the next important element next to training, especially for Masters athletes. Sure, nutrition and supplements are also … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Therapy and Self-Myofascial Release, Part 1
Barefoot Running
This article is guest blogged by Chris Serbiak of ExplosiveLegs.com There is a new phenomenon in distance running-barefoot running. These barefoot runners run all their distance runs barefoot or with Five Finger shoes. The Five Finger shoes are as close to barefoot as you can get, they fit your … [Read more...] about Barefoot Running
The Pre-Game Meal for Athletes
This article isn’t rocket science, but I feel I should address this every year to sprinters as well as distance runners: Practice your pre-game meal all year ‘round with your pre-workout meal. Don’t try something new before a big meet. Makes sense, right? Here are my 3 tips in the pre-game meal: … [Read more...] about The Pre-Game Meal for Athletes
