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My favorite things all wrapped up in #myNIKEiDs
by therunningeconomist
posted July 24, 2012 at 9:06am

I am a simple gal living in Fincastle, VA (try finding that on a map!) with a few favorite things…  Briny sea breezes and blue water that pleases   Silver haired poodles and purring in oodles    Charging up mounta...more

Let's get physical
by Fast at Forty
posted July 24, 2012 at 8:14am

There should be a requirement that doctors must have a sense of humor. It really makes the doctor/patient interaction so much more comfortable when you can share a laugh. This morning I paid a visit to my internist whom I will heretofore refer to as Dr. D...more

3 Reasons Why Initiative Is The Antidote To Fear Of Failure
by Coach Dawn Writes
posted July 23, 2012 at 6:55pm

source After writing for two years straight, I think it’s time for a blog vacation!  But never fear, dear reader, I won’t leave you alone during my vacay.  Please enjoy some of my oldies (but goodies!) about something near and dear ...more

4 Ways That Self-Control Will Make Your Team Better
by Coach Dawn Writes
posted July 19, 2012 at 4:14pm

source After writing for two years straight, I think it’s time for a blog vacation!  But never fear, dear reader, I won’t leave you alone during my vacay.  Please enjoy some of my oldies (but goodies!) about something near and dear ...more

Weightifting Exercise: Cleans Without Moving Feet
by Pretty Strong
posted July 15, 2012 at 9:25pm

I feel like I've gotten a bit off track with my blog. I'd like to talk a bit more about actual weightlifting. Here is an exercise we like to perform. It's called, "Cleans Without Moving Feet" It accomplishes 3 goals: 1.) Maximize force applied into the ...more

Briann Glenn on Visualization: Is It Worth It?
by My so-called FABULOUS life: Brianna Glenn
posted June 18, 2012 at 7:16pm

This year I have done a lot of visualization and I have learned to embrace it as an important part of my mental training. When I first began, I had the hardest time and I felt like I could never keep my mind locked in on one thing or experience image...more

Training Migration and National Identities
by The Rabbit Hole
posted June 18, 2012 at 10:24am

Photo from Xavier School.It is pretty much a given that if you become a professional athlete that you will not get to compete in your home town or country.  If you do, consider yourself one of the lucky ones but labour migration in sport is almost a ...more

Tiger Woods Poised to Win Another Major
by Loren Fogelman
posted June 16, 2012 at 4:19am

Tiger Woods is hot. Another Open title under his belt will tie him with Nicklaus, Ben Hogan, Bobby Jones and Willie Anderson for the most Open wins ever. Knowing Woods, he does not settle for being among the top. Breaking records is his style, setting new...more

Reasons Athletes Don’t Reach Their Goals
by Loren Fogelman
posted June 6, 2012 at 7:57am

Do you have a strong vision of yourself going the full distance in your sport? Then failure is not an option. Here’s how to remove the obstacles to reaching your full potential....more

The Art Of Slowing Down For Greater Understanding
by Coach Dawn Writes
posted May 30, 2012 at 1:01pm

source I love high energy drills.  I love the way the gym sounds when my team’s engaged in those types of drills.  I love the way I can sneak in some conditioning in those drills.  I love the controlled chaos high energy drills creat...more

Athletes Create a New Response to Pressure
by Loren Fogelman
posted May 25, 2012 at 5:59pm

During crunch time; do you psych yourself up or psych yourself out? Discover how to transform from choker to clutch player....more

Does Criticism Lead to An Athlete’s Highest Potential?
by Loren Fogelman
posted May 19, 2012 at 5:47pm

Figuring out performance challenges on your own slows down your progress. To reach your highest potential requires stretching yourself. Discover the ideal process to gain insights....more

How Triathletes Can Avoid a Fast Start
by Loren Fogelman
posted May 13, 2012 at 8:12pm

Too frequently triathletes are told by their coaches to ignore what is going on around them. The coaches who tell you to just not do it are unaware of the power of habit. Following the crowd, going out too fast because of the other athletes around you, ...more

A Coach's Take on the Inefficiency Of Multitasking
by Coach Dawn Writes
posted May 3, 2012 at 7:13pm

source This post from the Harvard Business Review’s blog is spot on, you should read it.  In The Magic of Doing One Thing at a Time, the author talks about multitasking and why it really doesn’t work. Consequences of multitasking I&rsqu...;more

Why Triathletes Start Too Fast
by Loren Fogelman
posted May 2, 2012 at 1:54pm

Do you go out too fast at the start of the race? You end up burning energy causing you to tire more quickly later in the race. Discover what causes you to disregard your race plan strategy....more

Athletes Prepare to Release Pre-performance Anxiety
by Loren Fogelman
posted April 26, 2012 at 4:07pm

http://expertsportsperformance.com Follow Loren Fogelman during the sports mindset moment giving you tips for winning results through improved focus and confidence. How much anxiety do you have prior to the start of your event? Too much anxiety interferes...more

Why Elite Athletes Seek Strategic Feedback
by Loren Fogelman
posted April 20, 2012 at 12:44pm

Coaching occurs in a variety of ways. Elite athletes already know how to optimize feedback. Learn what you can do now to become a high performing athlete....more

Effective Strategies for Weight Loss
by Performance Nutrition
posted April 19, 2012 at 11:37pm

Last Friday I spoke at the NSCA’s Personal Trainers meeting in Las, Vegas. They put on one heck of a meeting and I love meeting NSCA members and learning from them as well as the speakers. And one thing I really liked about this meeting was the fact...more

Change has been good for Natasha Hastings
by carabyrd
posted April 19, 2012 at 11:39am

Life has changed a bit for Natasha Hastings, the "400-meter diva," in the last year including a new city, training group and winning her first individual senior medal at the world track and field championships this year.  Hastings has moved to Austi...more

Women and weights: Don’t hate on me because I’m strong
by Fair Game News
posted April 12, 2012 at 5:21pm

  By Mariah Philips After an hour-long 6 a.m. lift, I can feel my hands shaking, residual adrenaline pumping through my veins. Sweat trickles down the side of my temple. My muscles are limp from exhaustion.  But the most prominent thing I...more

Athletes Conquer Concentration Obstacles
by Loren Fogelman
posted April 11, 2012 at 6:58pm

When competing distractions happen. Elite athletes manage them. Laser focus and having a positive mindset is critical for high performing athletes. Improving your concentration also improves performance....more

Alison Starnes on Cycling: Therapy or Work?
by Alison M. Starnes Blog
posted April 11, 2012 at 10:27am

Therapy versus Work. Cycling is social, and if you know me, you also know I have the tendency to talk quite a bit.  Sometimes a a couple of bikes and a friend is the best therapy there is. However, sometimes it isn’t about therapy.  It i...more

Kerri Walsh Announces Pampers Partnership Prior to London 2012 Olympic Games
by Pretty Tough
posted April 11, 2012 at 10:00am

Consumer goods manufacturer Procter & Gamble recently announced its sponsorship of 28 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These world class athletes, part of the company’s global campaign that i...more

Elite Athletes Successfully Conquer Distractions
by Loren Fogelman
posted April 8, 2012 at 3:49pm

What throw you off when competing? Elite athletes prepare for distractions and learn how to manage them so it doesn’t throw off their game. Losing focus, and then trying to get it back, costs valuable energy. Take charge, stay focused, and see results....more

Meggan Franks on the 8 Mile Tempo Grind - never lose sight of the big picture
by Meggan's Running Blog
posted April 7, 2012 at 11:04am

On Tuesday I had planned on running an 8 mile tempo at goal half-marathon pace (5:55-6:00) with one of the MSU distance girls. To not embarrass this young lady, I am going to call her Rachel. Rachel is a red-shirt sophomore.  Her freshman year ...more

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