Use these guidelines when choosing running shoes. Relative to what you are currently using, look for shoes that: The aim is to reduce the barrier between your foot and the ground to enhance proprioception while still providing some cushion for protection and running economy. A good fit requires adequate length and width to allow your toes to splay naturally while … [Read more...] about Running Shoe Buying Guide
Video: Introductory Level Core Strength Training
This video demonstrates four basic exercises that can be done to strengthen the core. … [Read more...] about Video: Introductory Level Core Strength Training
Video: Advanced Level Core Strength Training
This video demonstrates two advanced exercises that can be done to strengthen the core. … [Read more...] about Video: Advanced Level Core Strength Training
Video: Standing Hip Abductions
These are a standing version of the Lying Hip Abductions (aka Side/Lying Leg Raises or "Jane Fondas"). The standing version engages more core muscles as you balance on one leg. Stand on one foot. Maintain tall and straight body position. Squeeze medial glute (side of hip) to abduct (move away from body) as far as you can. Return leg to midline in a controlled manner. … [Read more...] about Video: Standing Hip Abductions
Four Creative Recipes for Clif Bar Aficionados
As a general rule, energy bars should not be used as a replacement for meals or snacks throughout the day. Instead, they should be reserved for long training sessions when you need to replace calories to sustain energy levels. Better to reach for whole foods—that include fruits, nuts, vegetables, lean proteins—to fuel hunger and replenish nutrients between meals. But I have … [Read more...] about Four Creative Recipes for Clif Bar Aficionados