Category Archives: Sport
Runner’s World: Pace Yourself
Pace Yourself Do questions about setting (and maintaining) the right race pace constantly nag you? Relax. We’ve got the answers. Runner’s World, April 2011
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Runner’s World: The Magic of Mantras
The Magic of Mantras Think strong words. Repeat inspiring phrase. Run even better. Runner’s World, February 2011
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Los Angeles Times: Can Bikes and Cars Share the Road?
Bikes and Cars: Can We Share the Road? With more bikes on the road, drivers are frustrated — and cyclists are at risk. Now’s the time for changes. Los Angeles Times, November 2, 2009
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Runner’s World: What’s the best age to run the marathon?
Age Matters Are you too old—or too young—to run your best marathon? To find out, we asked top scientists, coaches, and elite athletes about the impact of aging on endurance. Their answers might pleasantly surprise you. Runner’s World, February 2009
Runner’s World: How to find the running event that best matches your natural talents.
Natural Selection What kind of runner are you? Were you born to run a fast 5-K, a strong marathon, or something in between? Here’s how to find out—and how to realize your full potential. Runner’s World, January 2009
New York Times: People stand in line a year in advance for a chance to compete in an Ironman.
When Iron Is a Precious Metal Ironman competitions are in demand, despite rising entry fees. The New York Times, September 11, 2008
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New York Times: cheaper alternatives to Ironmans
Alternative Race Routes Cheaper alternatives to Ironman triathlons The New York Times, September 11, 2008
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Runner’s World: Why do runners force ourselves through pain?
Enduring Questions: Why Do We Suffer? Running can hurt. This is one runner’s quest to understand the bittersweet symphony. Runner’s World, September 9, 2009
Runner’s World: The fine line between training hard and overtraining
Running On E Overtraining can turn you into a beast. Backing off can prevent bodily harm. Runner’s World, October 16, 2007 There’s a fine line between training hard and training too much. Here’s how to know when to much training … Continue reading
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Bicycling Magazine: The future of doping
Dope Springs Eternal Yeah, EPO is nasty-but just wait until you get dropped by riders with mechanical muscles in their shorts and nanoscopic machines in their blood. Bicycling Magazine A look into the future of doping. From exoskeletons to gene … Continue reading
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New Scientist: New blood doping test relies on old science
No Cheating in the Blood Test A new blood doping test relies on old science. New Scientist, Oct 2002
