Beginners Guide to Night Running — on Trails
Darkness fell as I made the final push to the thin-air summit of Colorado’s 14,100-foot Handies Peak, and I flipped on my headlamp and waist lamp. After traversing the summit…
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Training
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What Can XC Skiing Do For Me?
Right about this time of year most folks start wrapping up their running, triathlon or cycling seasons as the winter months approach. For many aerobic athletes in the Northwest,…
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Trail Running for City Slickers
There is nothing I despise more than city slicker runs. Pavement — my personal run of last resort. I relocated to Bend nearly two decades ago for a reason —…
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Hill Training for Running and Cycling: How to Be a Better Climber
Wherever you choose to race, one thing is almost certain: You will have some hills to navigate. In Northwest races, you are sure to encounter a good amount of climbing.…
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Winter Running Tactics for a Successful Upcoming Season
Laying the groundwork for a successful running racing season next year will require strategy and planning this winter. It is important to honestly assess what you have done this past…
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Yoga, Pilates and Stretching for the Endurance Athlete
Many endurance athletes have incorporated yoga, Pilates and stretching into their exercise routines. While there are many benefits to using these techniques, there are also some potential pitfalls. Here are…
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Overtraining: Prevention and Awareness
by David Renne MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT In order to improve performance, you have to challenge your body’s ability to tolerate an increase in physical, mental, and emotional stress. This is…
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How to Be A Swim Animal: Open Water Swim Preparation for Triathletes
By Guila Muir, Swim Excursion Leader, Say Yes! to Life Swims LLC ANIMAL (Definition): The highest compliment you can give an open-water swimmer. Do you dread the swim portion of…
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