CROSSFIT CORNER - The L-Sit and Isometric Contraction for Strength Development By Greg Ryan Practicing isometric contractions under load is very effective in strength development. Some studies have shown dramatic strength increases with nothing but isometric contraction exercises. The L-Sit is a static hold that can easily be introduced into
By Betsy Collie Athletes across the globe are discovering the benefits of kettlebell training. Kettlebell training was initially used by elite Russian athletes - skyrocketing their performance at international competitions. Runners can now benefit from the dynamic training approach unique to kettlebell training. This total body, strength
Ready to run? Endurance Magazine challenges you to go long! Just because half marathons are the hottest new running event distance doesn’t mean you have to run 13.1! We’ve compiled a list of some great races all 10 miles or longer - including Endurance Magazine’s very own Tar Heel
By Joe Nuss Adorned with her 2006 Boston Marathon finisher medal and draped in a shiny “space blanket” Karla Werner smiles for a picture with training partner Joey Anderson. The snapshot, like crossing the finish line, is just a split second in time. It doesn’t show the miles she
By Rob Lamme Walk into any bike shop and you’ll see riders with their eyes rolling back into their heads and their tongues hanging out as they pay heavy money for the newest bike in the shop – budgets and bank accounts be damned. The clinical term for this
Pain or Gain? Know When to Seek Help By Dr. Wil Silver Nagging pain in your heel? Burning pain in the outside of your knee? At some point, we all experience some level of discomfort from exercise. Knowing when to run through discomfort and when to seek medical help
By Dr. Joshua Stevens There are many great ways to train your legs for a marathon or half-marathon. But this is not one of those articles. This month I am asking what’s the motivation to run these long and challenging events. At first glance, there are many...a fast time,
Each week, Endurance Magazine Online will feature a review of new shoes, currently available at many specialty retailers throughout the U.S. Nearly every model can be found at these specialty running stores, but more importantly, you'll find the people that know running and can help you find the shoe
By Steve Lackey After four years, and nine individual events, I still get chills witnessing the women who take on our Ramblin’ Rose Women Only Triathlon cross the finish line. If you’ve seen it yourself, you know what I mean (and if you have yet to, see below for
CROSSFIT CORNER - The Dumbbell Clean: For Speed, Balance and Coordination As adults our busy lives leave us limited time to train. Coordination, speed and balance usually take a back seat to more traditional strength exercises. CrossFit encourages athletes to address all areas of fitness through a variety of movements.