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386 - Why You Should Do Obstacle Course Racing to Get Fit
Episode 386
The physical and mental challenges of obstacle racing are great, and they test every aspect of your fitness. Read the transcript at https://www.quick…
8 years, 5 months ago
384 - Can the Placebo Effect Enhance Athletic Performance?
Episode 384
The placebo effect has been looked down on, scoffed at, and written off as useless because it is “all in your head.” But lately there has been a shif…
8 years, 6 months ago
383 - The Best Way to Use Compression Gear
Episode 383
Tons of pro athletes are wearing compression gear and using compression machines to improve their performance and speed up their recovery. But do the…
8 years, 6 months ago
382 - Can You Run Faster by Training Slower?
Episode 382
Training slow has been seen as a sign of weakness or laziness. However, if you want to run (or bike, or swim) faster, a smart approach is to slow dow…
8 years, 6 months ago
381 - Do Fitness Trackers Lead to Better Fitness?
Episode 381
Despite the explosion of activity trackers and fitness bands on the market, there is actually little evidence that shows they can improve your health…
8 years, 6 months ago
380 - Rock Climbing: How It Works and Why It's Popular
Episode 380
Back in 2010, approximately 6,148,000 Americans were participating in rock climbing activities and it has only grown since then. So why is it so popu…
8 years, 6 months ago
379 - What's Heat Acclimatization? How Can We Use It in Training?
Episode 379
If you've been on a tropical vacation and seen someone wearing a three-piece suit, looking cool as a cucumber, while you sweat away in your shorts an…
8 years, 7 months ago
378 - Is the Theory Behind Orangetheory Fitness Flawed?
Episode 378
Heart rate based workouts are nothing new but there is a new gym chain in town that claims to have cracked the code. So I did some undercover investi…
8 years, 7 months ago
376 - Winter Olympic Workouts You Can Do Too
Episode 376
As you watch the world's finest winter athletes freeze their giblets off from your warm and cosy couches, you may find yourself wondering what types …
8 years, 7 months ago
375 - Cooling Down After Exercise: 6+ Helpful Tips
Episode 375
Although the cool-down part of your workout is just as important as the warm-up, many people feel alright about skipping it. I think that is because …
8 years, 8 months ago