As athletic challenges go, the Ironman triathlon is certainly one of the most brutal. A grueling 2.4 mile swim, followed immediately by a punishing 112 mile bicycle ride, a torturous 26.22 mile run, and the right to call yourself an Iron man (or woman!), even if you don’t win. Most
Overtraining is a decreased capacity for work that slowly develops from an imbalance between stress and rest
The overtrained athlete experiences declining performance and a nagging exhaustion that no longer responds to a few days rest. These are the best indicators of overtraining and is also known as "Staling".
When faced with
Life is about learning to overcome challenges, and competing in sports is one of the most exciting ways to do that. No matter what sport you are going for, like running, cycling, swimming, or even triathlons, you have started down a new path. You have found something that you enjoy,
HIIT me!
Its winter and the time of year where everyone is so busy with life that exercise doesn’t really get a look in, it happens to the best of us. So, while I was on the train home a couple of week’s back I was looking for a quick workout
Reaction Time
Improve your bunch riding reaction time with these simple exercises. Reaction time is an increasingly important aspect of every sport, especially short duration events when the difference between competitors is marginal. Not only is reaction time a great indicator of the speed and effectiveness of an individual’s decision making,
Starting Line Stress
Ever wondered why on earth you need to go to the toilet so much before a big race or event? And even when you have gone, you get to the start line and what do you know, you feel like you need to go AGAIN! It's a very
Dr Jim Afremow is a professional sports psychologist from Phoenix Arizona who has worked with some of the worlds best athletes. From American pro athletes to Olympics teams, Jim has helped the worlds best mentally prepare for the stresses in and out of the sports arena.
Jim has been kind enough
What exactly do you wish to accomplish this racing season?
When designing your training plan, this is possibly the most important question that determines the direction you will take. Don't be hasty in setting your goals, you should really take your time and think about them carefully. Take a few days
Some would argue that psychology in sport is equally as important as skill and conditioning. You see examples of it everywhere. The underdog triumphing over the favorite. Carlos Sastre's Tour de France winning time trial. Liverpools 2014 winning streak and Manchester Uniteds fall from grace.
Times when quantifiable performance attributes and
Undertaking certain activities after a race or hard workout may enhance recovery. Many of the recovery methods below speed recovery by:
Slightly increasing the heart rate
Increasing blood flow to the muscles
Accelerating the inflow of nutrients
Reducing soreness
Lowering blood pressure
Relaxing the nervous system
Experiment to find the things that work best for you.
Recovery Method
