I will start out by saying that beyond my standard first aid, I have no formal training in fixing up cuts and abrasions from going down on a bike. I do however crash…frequently…and have accumulated some experience
with Tegaderm that might be useful the next time you hit the deck.
What is it?
Tegaderm is a new generation […]

I’ve sat on this information for too long (interview was held on July 29th). Since the big race is coming in just 8 days, I figured I’d give you a quick look into Simon Whitfield’s thoughts heading into the Olympics.
 

Is he is faster triathlete today (vs his 2000 Olympic win in Sydney)?

Sydney’s Simon could not […]

This is an interview I did with Luke Dragstra for my website www.canadiantriathletes.com
CT: Luke, sounds like you have had a hard season of racing already in 2008, how do you feel your season is going so far?
LD: It hasn`t been so bad. The training camp was pretty brutal!! But I really had a bit of […]

Never assume an old injury is healed!
On the surface, this might not seem like a training article but I can assure you that it is. Why? If you don’t take heed of what I will state below, your training/race schedule will be adversely affected.
Having ruptured my Achilles tendon 7 weeks ago, I’ve had a lot […]

CT: While most of us have been hunkering down for the winter it sounds like you have been putting in a hard off season! What have you been up to over the last few months?
TN: I have definitely started off my season earlier this year than ever before. I know that this is true as […]

Fox River Socks recently launched a line of socks that features their new “Ingeo” yarn, a material that is manufactured partially from Corn. This is just the tip of the iceberg of their commitment to sustainability as Fox River has been dedicated to Environmental thinking in the manufacturing of their products for over 30 years. […]

Yours truly is proud to say that I have attended the last three after Boxing Day sales. I am even more proud to say that I have been the first or second one in the door each and every year. You might ask why? Easy, the deals are fantastic and the staff […]

I think back to a time before my daughter was born.  I could go out for a run at the drop of a hat.  I didn’t have to worry about making sure my wife could take care of our daughter.  I could just get out onto the road and burn off those pesky calories and […]

By Nick Capra, Running Free Accessories buyer
The recent press surrounding the harmful leaching of toxins from plastic water bottles has had consumers scrambling for safe alternatives – and justifiably so. Bisphenol-A or BPA is the chemical at the heart of all the controversy. BPA is officially classified by the Government of Canada as a […]

Exercise eccentric is what some have called Triathlete 00000001. Others have affectionately called him a whacko for his methods.
The original IronMan Tom Warren has made a lifestyle of doing it his way. It’s not about the racing and who you beat. It’s about the training and coming up with your own challenges. The former owner […]

At this time of year, when we as runners are thinking again about building up mileage for the upcoming spring races, it’s a good time to also think about building strength in a few key muscles. Often, we fail to recognize the importance of strength to keep us running at our best and also injury […]

Running and Cycling’s best kept training secret for winter workouts! Come out of the “off” season in better shape than when you went in!
With the days getting shorter and the racing season over, the winter is a great time to build power and try some cross training. The winter conditioning season for runners usually involves […]

Cross Country Spikes vs. All Purpose Spikes
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been racing cross country for years, spikes are an integral part of improving your times. Cross Country spikes offer some definite advantages
over Middle, or Long distance spikes. Primarily durability, protection, traction, and often shock absorption. They offer even more of an […]

“How to reduce the stink and get the best performance out of your Microfiber workout gear.”
We all have a friend who we love very much, but… well we just don’t have the heart to tell how much they really need this article. I admit I can be that friend sometimes, but not anymore because I […]

New study confirms claims suggested by compression apparel manufacturer.
When I started running longer distances in my CW-X Expert tights I did notice that I felt stronger and recovered more quickly. At first I’ll admit, I chalked it up to the old placebo effect. I mean how could tights make this much of a difference? I […]

This post is more of a general interest story and may benefit you if you are planning to visit BC any time soon.  I was recently in BC visiting my finance and doing a little training and he suggested that we go and do the Grouse Grind.  There is a race up the Grind once […]

Based on my previous history of injuries related to the bike I have become a big supporter of a proper bike fit. While training for IM USA in 2004 I hurt my knee by riding in a position that was too aggressive and sitting way too low. I was very fast and very […]

I read about and see so many people focusing on expensive gimmicks and training plans all aimed at making you faster. This is all fine and good and there is a place for this. However, many people are missing out on lots of free speed, especially on the bike.
The easiest and quickest way to get […]

I know the temptation is there, that once the warm weather hits the trainer is put away, and the treadmill starts gathering dust. However, there are huge gains to be had by keeping the odd trainer ride, and treadmill workout in your schedule.

The most obvious benefit is the unrelenting nature of the treadmill. […]

Well we just returned from a week of riding from our base camp in Table Rock State Park which is located in Pickens, SC.  I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to get in some early season riding.  Table Rock is located pretty much on the North Carolina/South Carolina border right in the heart […]