This article is guest blogged by Peter Thompson. He is known for innovating the New Interval Training and, most recently, Biokinetics and The Fourth Energy System. He was also the co-founder USATF Coach Education (1982) and former Director of IAAF Global Coaches Education. Fun facts: From … [Read more...] about POST-Nanjing 2025 Global Indoor Performance Analysis 2015-2025
Shoes & Spikes
Onwards to 2024 Gothenburg
I remember the expression "Building a Base", and Dan Pfaff would say "Building a Base of what?". There is some truth to that. More on that later. So this is the final instalment of a 5 part series: 2023 in Review.. Success? Let's review my goals for 2023 (on a limited 7 month training … [Read more...] about Onwards to 2024 Gothenburg
2015 Adidas Sprint Spikes Revealed
Here is a list of upcoming Adidas sprinting track spikes for 2015. I have been a customer of Eastbay since the late 1980's, and highly recommend them when you can't find spikes at your local running store. Or, when you haven't received a kit sponsor based on your current performances :( You … [Read more...] about 2015 Adidas Sprint Spikes Revealed
2015 Nike Sprint Spikes Revealed
Here is a list of upcoming Nike sprinting track spikes for 2015. I have been a customer of Eastbay since the late 1980's, and highly recommend them when you can't find spikes at your local running store. Or, when you haven't received a kit sponsor based on your current performances :( FULL … [Read more...] about 2015 Nike Sprint Spikes Revealed
SpeedEndurance TV: History of Spikes, from Jesse Owens to Usain Bolt
Join me Wednesday on SpeedEndurance TV. We will be using Google Hangout on Air, and you can watch the video on LIVE stream. To watch the live steam, all you need to do is go to the YouTube link below. To participate in future Webinars where you get to ask questions, you will need a Google+ … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV: History of Spikes, from Jesse Owens to Usain Bolt
48 Best Interviews for Speed, Strength Training, Recovery & Inspiration
If I can make one quote about this blog, it would be from Issac Newton. If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants There is no way I would have the knowledge (and share the knowledge to you) if it weren’t for my previous coaches, as well asking questions to the smartest … [Read more...] about 48 Best Interviews for Speed, Strength Training, Recovery & Inspiration
Interview with Mark Kokavec, on Designing Shoes & Spikes
This is part 15 of the Freelap Friday Five Series, Season Three. To review the past 45 interviews, click here. Part 1 was Jeff Cubos, Chiropractor and Performance Therapist Part 2 was John Godina, World Athletics Center founder & Elite Shot Putter Part 3 was Questions & Answers … [Read more...] about Interview with Mark Kokavec, on Designing Shoes & Spikes
Do You Wear Racing Shoes or Spikes?
Here is a question I get from the mailbag. Is it advantageous to race in a lighter running shoe (i.e. racing flat) or racing spikes? Is lighter always better? There is one obvious answer with a warning. The answer is yes, because it's psychologically faster as well as more efficient for your … [Read more...] about Do You Wear Racing Shoes or Spikes?
SpeedEndurance TV: Can I Run Faster with Risers in Spikes?
Ever wonder what are those little plastic washers that come with your track spikes? We call them “risers” or “crowns”. Do they make you run faster? Do they prevent slippage? In this episode of SpeedEndurance TV, I give 3 theories, where the 3rd theory is the most likely answer. I should … [Read more...] about SpeedEndurance TV: Can I Run Faster with Risers in Spikes?
PUMA’s Friends & Family Sale 40% OFF
When: Friday, September 14, 2012 through Monday, September 17, 2011 (midnight Pacific Time) Use Coupon Code PUMAFF912 Like Usain Bolt? Like Puma? The Friends & Family Sale at the PUMA Online Store gives 40% Off Entire Purchase! The offer is activated online by entering the Friends … [Read more...] about PUMA’s Friends & Family Sale 40% OFF
