June
24
2010
Have a question about training, fitness, workouts, and more? Post your questions and I’ll provide an answer!
May
10
2010
With triathlon season upon us, there’s no time to dilly-dally. Here’s a list of insider tips that may answer some questions for you…
1. Your heart rate may not respond as it did during a million workouts leading up to the race. This is due to hydration levels, excitement, focus, and many other factors. So, unless you’re cool like that, then leave the heart rate monitor on the shelf.
2. You probably won’t sleep well the night before the big race. Don’t worry about it. You probably slept well 2 nights before the race, which is more important. As long as you’re laying down the whole time then you can consider yourself rested!
3. When the gun goes off, you will hopefully focus rightaway on swimming your pace. Warning: your pace is going to feel slower than how it felt in the pool. You’re amped with adrenaline, your wetsuit provides jet propulsion because of the buoyancy, and if you’re smart then you’re drafting off someone. As a beginner, it is best to just sit back and enjoy what feels like a leisurely pace.
4. If you’re competing in an Olympic distance triathlon or beyond, then be cautious of the I-feel-so-good-I-don’t-need-to-eat-or-drink zone during the bike or run. This would happen somewhere probably after the halfway point on the bike. You feel good, everything seems to be clicking along, so you decide eating or drinking could mess up the flow. It’s a trap set by the bear around the corner that’s about to jump on your back if you fall for it! Eat. Drink. And continue to be merry.
5. No caffeine race morning. I already know the arguments in favor of having caffeine race morning (fat oxidation, glycogen sparing, etc.). I also know the risks (frequent bathroom breaks, dehydration, more energy than you know what to do with, etc.). The risks outweigh the benefits.
6. Be normal (I know that’s asking a lot of some of you 
. Race morning is not the time to dedicate 30 minutes (for the first time) to your very tight hamstrings; You should have tended to that a month ago… so it’s too late. There is such thing as overstretching a muscle. Don’t do it.
7. The day before the race you are likely going to have some anxiety in your legs, so-to-speak. Meaning: your legs may feel tired, weak, or genarlly apathetic. That’s just the nerves. Some anxiety is fine, even good. In the literature it’s referred to as optimal arousal.
It’s ok to be a newby… just don’t act like one. I hope these tips help!
February
17
2010
Sometimes the thought of getting up early for yet another workout sounds horrible, and so we look to a cup of ‘jo to inspire us. Caffeine is likely the most widely used stimulant for that purpose. The average caffeine consumption in the U.S. is approximately 200 mg per day (1 mug of coffee). 10% of caffeine connoisseurs ingest more than 1000 mg per day!
It has no nutritional value, but it is often referred to as a nutritional ergogenic aid (i.e., an external aid that improves performance). It is absorbed quickly, and potentially affects all systems of the body since it is absorbed by most tissues. Its positive effects include sharpened focus/alertness and glycogen sparing through the augmented use of body fast as a source of fuel. Are you still baffled as to why there is a Starbucks on every block in every major city!
The question still remains: To caffeinate or not to caffeinate?
January
26
2010
Tim Hola, 11 time Hawaii Ironman finisher, Timex Team member, and one of Outside magazine’s 2008 “Fittest Real Men in America” presents: The Trying Times of Triathlon–Managing work, family, and training.
Tim joins an elite lineup of coaches, athletes, and therapists for the first annual Colorado Endurance Conference on March 13th @ The Denver Athletic Club!
January
21
2010
3 sets, 15 reps, 2 days per week, for 6 weeks, and then change ever so slightly and repeat. Does it work? Yes. Is it fun? It is for Type A automatons. I prefer a bit more rebellion in my routine. Maybe it’s because I jump through enough hoops in a day and I prefer not to do the same thing during my precious personal time. So I stopped!
Why commit to something you disdain? Think of your workday like a school day in third grade. Cursive writing for 40 minutes, and then spelling, and then environment class, and then… Ever see a child get bored with recess? Some of you have, yes, I know. But most kids don’t. You know why? Because it’s the one time of day that they do whatever they want to do! And do they play on the monkey bars the entire time! NO! They run constantly from 4-square, to tag, to the slide, back to 4-square, and they don’t stop, and they laugh the entire time! Do that!
January
18
2010
Finally, a panel discussion on running barefoot! Is it good for you? How do you start? Who should and shouldn’t do it? Scott Poston will pose objective pro and con questions to Jim Hooper–Physical Therapist & Personal Trainer, and Alan Culpepper–2 time Olympic runner and shoe store (Solepepper Sports) owner at the Colorado Endurance Conference on Saturday, March 13th. Submit your questions to be asked at the discussion!
December
31
2009
Jim Hooper, Licensed Physical Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer is scheduled to present at the March 13th Colorado Endurance Conference. Jim will be presenting The Missing Workout: What you’re not doing may be inhibiting you!
Jim has 20 years of experience in the field of sports injury treatment/prevention and general wellness. He has participated in numerous endurance events and utilizes his rehabilitation expertise to provide a unique insight into the training program of an endurance athlete.
Sign up is only $85. Click here to register!
December
23
2009
Bob Seebohar recently agreed to present his new book, Metabolic Efficiency Training, at the Colorado Endurance Conference on March 13th next Spring! Bob is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, the former Director of Sports Nutrition for the University of Florida and most recently served as a sport dietitian for the US Olympic Committee. Bob traveled to the 2008 Summer Olympic Games as a sport dietitian for the US Olympic Team and the personal sport dietitian for the Olympic Triathlon Team.
Bob has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, a master’s degree in Health and Exercise Science and a second master’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition. He is a registered dietitian, exercise physiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a High Performance Triathlon Coach.
Bob will be speaking at the Colorado Endurance Conference on March 13th @ 9 AM in the Grand Ballroom at The Denver Athletic Club. Registration is available at www.active.com. The focus of his presentation will be his new book, Metabolic Efficiency Training. Learn how to conserve precious carbohydrates, burn more fat, and get to the finish line faster and stronger! Bob will be available to sign copies of the book as well!!
December
9
2009
June 5, 2010, Sprint Triathlon of the Year! Registration is capped, and fills, so sign up soon…
Checkout the website or go straight to registration!
Here’s a classic picture from last year’s event, taken by Ross Bothwell of Elegant Images & Photographs.
December
7
2009
…on Endurance Training, Nutrition, Equipment, and more (‘er less). Come to the Colorado Endurance Conference on March 13th!
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