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3 Reasons Swimmers Need Dryland Training NOW
Did you know that swimmers need to practice on land to improve their performance in the water? In the swimming world, this is called Dryland Training. My n...
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Why Hard Sets and Intervals Beat Long Workouts
By focusing on interval training, hard strength sets, and short daily mobility work, you can cover the majority of your fitness needs in about 2.5 hours per ...
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PRP Injections: What the Research Actually Says
Platelet-rich plasma injections are often framed as elite, miracle-level treatments used by professional athletes. The reality is more nuanced. This article ...
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Lessons Learned from the Leadville 100 Trail Race
Drawing from my Leadville 100 experience, this article breaks down what actually matters: pacing, strength, preparation timelines, and why most runners overl...
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Why Cortisone Works for Joint Pain (and Why It Doesn’t Fix the Problem)
Corticosteroid injections can dramatically reduce pain—but they don’t fix tissue. Learn how these injections work, when they help, and why using them without...
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Why Mantras Outperform Motivational Quotes in Sport and Training
A personal mantra, rooted in identity and purpose, can act as a mental anchor under pressure. Here’s how to craft one that actually works.
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The Pink Drink Study That Showed Massive Strength Gains
A 2023 study found lifters gained four extra reps from a “strength drink” whose only special ingredient was the color pink. The placebo effect is powerful—bu...
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Why Shoulder Pain Gets Worse at Night (And What to Do About It)
If your rotator cuff keeps waking you up, here’s what’s actually happening and the practical strategies that can help you finally get a good night’s sleep.
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Managing Muscle Soreness Without Compromising Performance
Muscle soreness is part of training—but popping ibuprofen might not be the smartest move. Here’s what research says about magnesium, tart cherry juice, creat...
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The 15-Minute Rule That Can Improve Your Sleep Tonight
Most of us expect to fall asleep the moment our head hits the pillow. But that’s not how sleep works. Before you reach for your phone or flip on the TV, try ...
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Your Workouts Aren't Just Building Fitness
Last year, I started training for a 100-mile trail race. My initial training approach was to view each workout as a stepping stone to becoming my fittest sel...
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The Kind of Fun That Actually Changes You
There are three types of fun. One feels great in the moment. One hurts a little but pays off later. And one feels terrible—until it becomes a story you’ll te...
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