Let’s face it, you would run regardless of the scientific evidence about its health benefits. You thrive off the endorphins and sweat that a good run produces. Plus, you run to explore the world and your personal limits. The thrill of competition. The camaraderie of a group workout. The solitude of a long trail run. Regardless of your motivation, running has become an integral … [Read more...]
Serious Gear for Serious Trail Running
When it comes to choosing gear, I ascribe to the philosophy of Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard, “Purchase less stuff, own a few things that are very high quality that last a long time, and that are multifunctional.” Don’t get me wrong, I love gear. But most of all, I love quality gear that allows me to travel light and do as much as I can with as little as … [Read more...]
Gear Review: TO Race Vest and AK Mountain Vest
Ultimate Direction released updates to all its Signature Series running packs this year with some exciting new changes, including front-side trekking pole holders. I gear tested two of the models, the lower-capacity TO Race Vest 3.0 and the higher capacity AK Mountain Vest 3.0. Fresh off some trail running in the Rockies, here’s my assessment of how they stack up. TO Race Vest … [Read more...]
Gear Review: Rudy Project Synform Sunglasses
Sunglasses that fold up into the palm of your hand?! When I saw these new Rudy Project Synform sunglasses, I was immediately intrigued with the foldable design. My mind entertained thoughts of easy stowage in a pack while running or traveling. But how convenient would the sunglasses be in actual practice? And how well would they perform in their main job as eye protection … [Read more...]
Gear Review: Water Bottles and Filters for Running Adventures
As noted in my previous review articles on Ultimate Direction and Salomon running packs, there are a variety of water bottles that come with these packs—small or large, soft or hard—as well as different sizes and types of hydration bladders. Just because a particular water bottle or hydration bladder comes with the pack you buy doesn’t mean you have to stick with that option. … [Read more...]
Gear Review: Salomon Running Packs
Today runners have more choices than ever when it comes to choosing running packs for long, self-supported runs. In the previous article in this series, I reviewed several Ultimate Direction running packs. Here, I continue my review with a focus on Salomon running packs. I’ve put these packs through some serious testing, from run commutes to long trail runs. Here’s my take on … [Read more...]
Gear Review: Ultimate Direction Running Packs
Whether you’re training, racing or run commuting, the ability to comfortably carry water, food, a jacket or other gear can be indispensable. Fortunately there are numerous quality running packs on the market today that provide a variety of options and carrying capacities whatever your needs. In this series of articles, I review several models from two of the leading running … [Read more...]
Why Train with Data?
In a previous article, I discussed my list of the eight most valuable metrics for triathletes. In this article, I want to address a more fundamental question. What is the point of training with data? This question may not even seem worthy of discussion given the fact that training with data is something we simply do in the modern world. Of course we train with data. Why … [Read more...]
The 8 Most Valuable Metrics for Triathletes
In today’s world where big data reigns supreme and the Quantified Self movement promises self-knowledge through numbers, anything that can be measured often is. And if it can’t be measured today, the right technology is sure to be just around the corner. In many ways, athletes have been at the forefront of this drive to measure and collect data about the self—at least when … [Read more...]
A Swimmer’s Guide to Healthy Shoulders
Effective swimming starts with healthy shoulders. But in today’s society swimmers begin with a disadvantage if they spent lots of time sitting at a desk in front of a computer or stuck behind the steering wheel of a car. Add to that the imbalances that accrue in the shoulder joint from the repetitive overhead motion of swimming and it is no wonder that many swimmers experience … [Read more...]
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