Training through the summer can not only be grueling, but downright dangerous. Here are some tips to train safely and as comfortable as possible in the hot summer months. Slow down by 30 sec/mile (20 sec/km) for every 5F temperature increase above 55-60F ( every 2.5C above 14C) When the...
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Five Tips for Summer Running in the Heat
The summer is officially here, and for those who run, the heat and humidity will be brutal. Before you end up needing medical attention or have to pay a visit to an emergency room, Dr. Dan Ordaz, Performance Medicine Physician with St. Vincent Sports Performance in Indianapolis has these five...
The Endurance Handbook Review
Recently, I had the opportunity to read The Endurance Handbook – How to Achieve Athletic Potential, Stay Healthy, and Get the Most out of Your Body by Dr. Philip Maffetone. The book is written for any type of endurance athlete, from triathletes to marathon runners. It provides useful information on...
My Three Day Cleanse
I have heard of other people doing a three day cleanse but I never thought I would do one. How could I starve myself for three days? Isn't that dangerous? But the more I read about the benefits of getting "clean," the more it enticed me to go for it!...
My Experience at the Mighty North Fork Race
I really thought the Mighty North Fork Race in Southold was going to be easy. I heard the swim was like a lake and the bike and run were flat and fast. But I didn't find that to be the case. Here's my experience at the Mighty North Fork Race....
My Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon Adventure by Vicki Edwards
The eastern end of Long Island is flat. It is surrounded by water and it is my home. To travel across the country for a triathlon is an adventure. My adventure was Alcatraz. Training began in January for me as my goal is IM again this year in Louisville. The...
The Power of Group Running by Jeff Galloway
The fun of running with a group pulled me into the sport 57 years ago. Running and training with my friends Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter Bill Rodgers, brought out the best of running in me—while we became good friends and Olympians. As I travel the US this season, for our...
Is It Worth Going to Triathlon Camp?
When I first started to play golf, I went to golf camp up in Mt. Snow and had an amazing experience. So when the opportunity came up to go to triathlon camp with the All Women's Tri Team, I jumped at the opportunity. When I came back, everyone asked me,...
More Shoulder Exercises for Triathletes and Swimmers
Ready to take your triathlon training to the next level? These shoulder exercises for triathletes and swimmers will help you train to be stronger and faster in your next race. Join a Triathlete's Diary and our partner Sharon Levy of Excel Physical Therapy & Workout for a simple how-to!
Insanity, the New York City Marathon and Me by Erin Schultz
Eleven years ago, I completed the Chicago Marathon at my goal time of four hours (well, 4:00.8, to be exact) at the age of 27. For the past two years, I was accepted into the New York City Marathon, but due to mitigating circumstances was unable to train well enough...