Archive for the ‘ Running ’ Category

Intro From My Self Improvement Video Series

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Awesome 40min Water Running Workout

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Triathlon Transition Training Video

Here is a great video that very simply describes different ways to transition based on your skill and comfort level. I like the way he gives his athletes multiple options. Just because you don’t feel comfortable doing flying mounts, you don’t have to settle for slow transitions. Pick an option that you feel comfortable with [ READ MORE ]

What’s the best nutrition and hydration plan for a 250 pound man competing in a Ironman in 90 degree heat?

Ask an Elite: “What’s the best nutrition and hydration plan for a 250 pound man competing in a Ironman that’s going to be in 90 degree weather (Louisville)?“ -Antone, Maryland Hey Antone! First let me start by saying that you are the man! 250lbs and racing an Ironman is what this sport is all about! [ READ MORE ]

Solutions to “Runners Gut”

Ask an Elite: “I’m unable to go more than 4-5 miles without having to stop and go to the bathroom. This makes my long runs stressful in that I need to plan routes with restrooms. I’ve tried some diet tricks, coffee, etc with no luck. Bladder I can handle but this bowel stuff gotta go!” [ READ MORE ]

Eric’s Favorite Running Drills

It’s April and those cold long base and prep miles should be in the bag. As you runners and triathletes start making your way onto the track, it’s important to start focusing on improved run form. Especially for triathletes who are running off the bike, the difference between a top age group finish and a [ READ MORE ]

Eric’s 3 Key Sprint Triathlon Workouts

Thank you to one of my readers who wrote in to ask for three of my favorite sprint triathlon workouts. Please leave questions and comments about these workouts, along with suggestions and questions you would like answered in future articles. Train Hard, Eric 500-750m  Open Water Swim Training Workout Recovery times are in parenthesis (30″) [ READ MORE ]

Eric’s Killer 30 Minute Home Lower Body Workout

Whether you’re a Triathlete, Runner, Swimmer, or Bodybuilder, this killer 30 minute lower body workout will get your legs strong and fit and will supercharge your endocrine system! Positive endocrine release means up with the good hormones (IGF, HGH) and down with the fat storing hormone (cortisol). The workout below is designed to target muscular [ READ MORE ]

10 Tips For Injury Free Running

Were coming up on charity 5k and 10k season, which means newbies and seasoned runners alike, are cranking up their run training. Staying healthy during your training program is always the key to success. I found this helpful list of injury free tips on www.healthfitonline.com. Remember optimum nutrition, adequate rest and recovery, and periodization, will [ READ MORE ]

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