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
Archives for November 2010
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
Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 4)
This is Part 4 of a multi part series. Part 1 is here. Part 2 is here. Part 3 is here. Protein Most of the protein you see in post-recovery drinks are for the optimum ratio of carb:protein. This is not to be confused with Protein only drinks for bodybuilders and weight … [Read more...] about Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 4)
Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 3)
This is Part 3 of a multi part series. Part 1 is here. Part 2 is here. Sugar and “Starches” This is the big area of controversy, and of course, research. Sugars (and “starches”) can be divided into 3 groups: monosaccharides like glucose, fructose, and galactose. disaccharides … [Read more...] about Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 3)
Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of a multi part series. Part 1 is here. Water It’s pretty obvious your body needs water, before, during and after. Just don’t over do it and get hyponatremia! I won’t get into the whole plastic bottle debate either, and the need for metal (or glass) bottles. … [Read more...] about Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 2)
Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 1)
This is Part 1 of a multi part series. The beverage industry, and in particular, sports beverages, is a multi-billion dollar industry. These companies will do anything for you to be loyal to their brand and product. From flashy TV and magazine ads to big names sponsors associated with … [Read more...] about Sports and Energy Drinks: The Complete Guide (Part 1)
How to Learn and Apply Mental Imagery & Visualization Techniques
This Blog has a lot of coaching success articles, but not one article on how to do learn and apply mental imagery & visualization techniques. So it is with great pleasure to have this article written by Elisavet Velentza, Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, at the University … [Read more...] about How to Learn and Apply Mental Imagery & Visualization Techniques
The Arthur Lydiard Method – Training from 800 meters to Marathon
If you are interested in a 3 hour rare audio recording of Arthur Lydiard, visit the Bud Winter website for a copy of the International Sports Symposium. I was once told by my previous coach Dennis Barrett, “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery". Actually, that quote came from … [Read more...] about The Arthur Lydiard Method – Training from 800 meters to Marathon
Competition Season is Approaching–Know Thy Rules
It’s almost December and you know what that means… competition season! This article may seem trivial, but every year there are stories. Horror stories. I’ll share a few here. Entries: Bogus seed times, Heat sheets, and Lane draws Bogus seed times is the MY BIGGEST PET PEEVE in Track and … [Read more...] about Competition Season is Approaching–Know Thy Rules
A Day in the Life of Jessica Ennis – British Heptathlete
If you liked yesterday's daily routine of Tiger Woods, then you'll enjoy this daily life of Jessica Ennis. This article is guest blogged by Louise Hudson, co-founder of Sportsister.com Interview date: July 15, 2008 (pre-Beijing Olympics) Jessica Ennis: I’m 22 and have been … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life of Jessica Ennis – British Heptathlete
