'TIS THE SEASON...TO RUN SAFE. HOLIDAY SAFETY RUNNING TIPS
Road and visibility conditions deteriorate at this time of year, and with Holiday shopping and extra glasses of Holiday cheer, some drivers, who detest we runners to begin with, become even more dangerous.
Winter weather conditions send many runners scurrying indoors to the treadmill, but most still prefer running outdoors. Safety is again a factor that cannot be ignored.
By Running Coach and Author, Joe Muldowney
Do you Suffer From Shin Splints? All About Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome aka "Shin Splints" From Dr. Paul Salinas
For those of you that have experienced Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), more commonly referred to as “Shin Splits”, you are aware of how debilitating this condition can be. Initially the pain can impede performance, and ultimately lead to complete cessation from running.
MTSS is one of the most common conditions affecting long-distance runners. Studies have demonstrated that it accounts for almost 20% of all running injuries. It is a classified as an overuse syndrome, especially in runners and jumpers.
The pain associated with the condition occurs at the mid to lower part of the leg, either along the medial (middle) border of the shin bone (tibia), or right behind it. The pain can vary in intensity, depending on the severity of the condition, and the amount of overuse that has occurred.
How to Avoid A Common Running Injury, By Dr. Paul Salinas
I see a lot of triathlon injuries as a New York City Chiropractor and I work with many triathletes to treat injuries or to help them prevent them in the first place. One of the top injuries that affects both runners and cyclists is Iliotibial Band Syndrome, also known as ITBS. The Iliotibial Band is a thick band of fibrous tissue that runs along the outside of the leg, from the hip to the knee. Together with the quadriceps, the band provides stability to the outside knee joint when you move.
Soup it Up: Incorporating Nutrient Dense Soups Into Triathletes’ Diets
The inclusion of plant-based soups into a triathletes’ diet is an effective way to incorporate essential nutrients needed for 'optimal triathlon training'.
As a vegan chef and athlete, I constantly strive to maximize my time. This even pertains to my style of cooking, hence, my love for soups! With as little as four ingredients, a soup can be bursting with flavor, low in saturated fats, yet filled with the nutrients needed for effective triathlon training.
Hydration: What Exactly Am I Drinking?
Some of you may have heard about the scary ingredients found in common sports drinks like Gatorade already. For those of you who haven’t, this blog post is for you....
Our Top 5 Off-Season Triathlon Workouts!
When a triathlete is in their off season several months away from a triathlon, the goal is to build a solid foundation of fitness to build race specific speed for later. The following workouts are Triathlon Coach Brad Haag's top 5 personal favorite workouts that give triathletes the most “bang for your buck” or improvement for the time invested. Try implementing these into your off season routine to take your triathlon performance to the next level come race day.
Diversify Your Protein, Part III - The final recipe in our series from our resident vegan athlete!
Does Your Electrolyte Give You ALL the Essential Minerals You Need?
Our Concentrated Electrolyte Spray can do more for you than the electrolyte product you might currently use. Our spray includes the essential trace minerals that the body and the brain needs to function properly during periods of intense exercise when your body needs it most.
These trace minerals in our spray promotes faster recovery, heightens concentration and alertness, boosts energy levels, enhances the uptake of vitamins, and strengthens the body's immune system.
Hear what our Nutrionist has to say about Enduropack's Electrolyte Spray.
So You Wanna Get SPICY With Me?
Aside from kicking up your food to a much more enjoyable experience, herbs and spices have a whole list of awesome things going for them including phytonutrients, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits. It pays to get a little spicy!
I often talk about getting creative in the kitchen, but it's hard to know where to start when it comes to ingredients. Do you find yourself standing in front of your open cabinet, holding a jar of oregano in one hand and thyme in the other, cursing the meal ahead of you? Read on...
Diversify Your Protein, Part II - Another winning recipe from our resident vegan athlete!
Low Carb, Low Cal, Grain-Free, and Totally Delicious…SPAGHETTI SQUASH PAD THAI Recipe
So why squash?? Aside from being chock full of vitamins C, A, B6, and K, among others, its incredibly low cal and low carb. A one cup has 42 calories and 10 grams of carbs, yet it suplies plenty of fiber.
Tropical Pasta Salad Recipe
While in the kitchen doing pushups or running in place, you can toss together this tropical pasta salad recipe from our dietician. Quick, easy, and light...this is a great summer salad.
