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Meb Minutes

“Meb Minutes” is a weekly series of videos that gives an inside look into Meb’s preparation for Boston. Get training tips and a raw, inside look with no photo-shoot set-ups, no staged workouts, no re-do. We simply wanted to catch... Read More

Eight Reasons to Sip on Coffee

A cup of joe jolts your mood, reduces disease risk, and adds a kick to workouts. By Liz Applegate, Ph.D.; Image byImage Source/Alamy Published February 14, 2014 A morning cup of coffee is a must for many runners. It wakes you... Read More

What Can I Eat to Recover from Injury?

Friday, February 14, 2014 | By Chris Burnham You’ve been hard at work in preparation for the upcoming season. You’ve set your goals, gone to the gym, and put in the miles. Then, the unthinkable happens. A little irritation in... Read More

The 5 Golden Rules of Sports Nutrition

Thursday, April 11, 2013/ By Craig David When we think about our sports nutrition…what’s going to make it “golden?” On track, top notch, or better than average? In my opinion every athlete who is serious about performance should aim to... Read More

The 5 Keys to Training Injury Free This Spring

Monday, March 3, 2014 | By Lindsay Hyman Spring is around the corner and many athletes will finally get back to riding and running outside. With that comes a bump in motivation, but it can also lead to injuries. You... Read More

Run-Walk-Run

Run-Walk-Run: It began in 1974 by: Jeff Galloway I was asked to teach a class in beginning running a few months after opening my specialty running store, Phidippides in 1973. Through this class I saw an opportunity to help non-runners enjoy the... Read More

Is Running Good for Children?

Is Running Good for Children? We all would love to see our kids as Olympic Champions--but is training them now a wise idea? By Hal Higdon Steven Poskus remembers with pride the day his son Daniel, age four, asked him,... Read More

The #1 Rule of Endurance Training

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 | By Jim Vance Amidst the intervals, data, devices, diets and all the other ways that athletes are trying to “gain an edge” in endurance training, it can be easy to forget the basics. The number... Read More

How to Ice an Injured Ankle

Jeremy Hassler March 7, 2013 You’ve just rolled your ankle. Once the cursing subsides, it’s time to focus on controlling the swelling. Here are your options to ice a sprained ankle efficiently: The Classic Bag The standard sandwich or Ziploc... Read More

Nutrition & Athletic Performance

The following key points summarize the current energy, nutrient, and fluid recommendations for active adults and competitive athletes. These general recommendations can be adjusted by sports nutrition experts to accommodate the unique concerns of individual athletes regarding health, sports, nutrient... Read More