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White Noise – Best Kept Secret for Sleeping (and Office Cubicles)
In Rome, it’s hot and humid. We are talking about daytime high of 38C and lows of 28C. It’s actually hotter with the reflection from the stones and bricks, plus the humidity. But despite the heat, I can sleep better and longer hours too, despite the early sunrise. This is bizarre as … [Read more...] about White Noise – Best Kept Secret for Sleeping (and Office Cubicles)
9 Mistakes Sprinters Make Before the Championship Meet
You've trained for 46 weeks 5 or 6 days a week. You've done your 7-10 day taper. You are injury free and ready to rock and roll. Yet sometimes we all make mistakes prior to the big meet. It doesn't matter if it’s a Provincial meet or the Olympics. Your big meet is your big meet. NOW is … [Read more...] about 9 Mistakes Sprinters Make Before the Championship Meet
Tips on Preventing Leg Cramps while Sleeping
A few days ago, I woke up in the middle of the night with a massive leg cramp on my left calf muscle or gastrocnemius. It was extremely painful and my first reaction was to grab the area and squeeze it to prevent further pain and damage! The severity of the pain in leg cramps varies from person to … [Read more...] about Tips on Preventing Leg Cramps while Sleeping
