Zone 2 training is one of the keys for injury-free longevity and improved performance. Dr. Mark Cucuzzella rejoins The Nation to help us understand what zone 2 training is and how it can benefit us as endurance athletes. Dr. Cucuzzella is an...
Today, we’re discussing a topic that’s close to many of our hearts: how to keep running, no matter your age. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out, age can be a big factor in how we approach our running. So...
In this Training Principles episode, we dive into the topic of recovery. Krissy Moehl, Sean Meissner, Dr. Matt Laye, and Kerry Gustafson share their expertise on how to properly recover after a run or race. Some key...
Today we are discussing the age-old question: are ice baths good for your health? It is a topic that has divided fitness enthusiasts and athletes for years, with some claiming that ice baths can help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation, while...
Coach Ian Sharman is one of the most consistent and successful trail and ultra runners. This year he had a few A-races that didn’t go as expected. We talk through why. We discuss knowing when to back off and how to keep running sustainable for...
Alex Hutchinson is back to discuss some of his most recent articles he published at Outsideonline: The Salt in Sports Drinks May Not be as Crucial as You ThinkHow Pregnancy Affects Your Marathon Time Alex Hutchinson is an avid runner and author...
Brad Kearns has been striving for peak performance, healthy living and fitness. Recently his thinking of nutrition was challenged on his B.rad podcast by a guest, Jay Feldman. We thought this was interesting enough to invite...
Sports Nutrition expert, Ashley Reaver, rejoins The Nation to discuss 5 additional biomarkers that endurance athletes should be aware of. These biomarkers can help (or hinder) functions within the body like buiding red blood cells, help...
Do you have a hot adventure or race you are preparing for? Corrine Malcolm helps The Nation understand what we can do to improve our chances for success. Corrine returns from Western States 100 and Badwater 135 and...
What are the biggest misconceptions that endurance athletes have about nutrition? Dr. Patrick Davitt, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Program Director for Exercise Physiology at the Saint Joseph’s University, joins us The Nation to...