You hear a lot about optimization these days, at least I do. In the performance realm (business, sport, etc.), everyone is focused on optimization. Optimization is great. It is focused on the process, not the goal. Focusing on optimization means that we are focused on the steps we need to take, which is just what… Continue reading 1% for the 1%
Sisyphus Sleighs
Life is Sisyphean. Sisyphus was the poor schmuck from mythology who was damned to push a boulder up a hill only to have it roll back down again… endlessly. So why would anyone want Sisyphus as their role model? A better question might be “Is Sisyphus’ fate really that foreign to all of us?” Don’t… Continue reading Sisyphus Sleighs
Six Days of Sleds
So my next experiment revolves around frequency, hence I am doing six straight days of sled work, or at least trying, and will see how I feel. There are several reasons for this experiment. My body craves daily exercise. I get grumpy if I go too long without a good intense workout. My brain works… Continue reading Six Days of Sleds
Test Results: Just Sleds
“Just Sleds” month was a success, despite some setbacks. Yesterday I ran through some testing to see where I am, and was pleasantly surprised. I matched my best split snatch and my best power clean (though I admit that I did do a couple of technique sessions during the month just so I didn’t lose… Continue reading Test Results: Just Sleds
Picking the Perfect Sled
Sleds are arguably the most functional piece of fitness equipment out there. But there are a number of different types of sleds and you can spend a lot – or almost nothing – to get a sled that works for you. There are several considerations when buying a sled: Cost Where you will use it… Continue reading Picking the Perfect Sled
May is “Just Sleds” Month
So I am running an experiment this month in just using sleds. I have had excellent results using sleds with a variety of athletes and teams. And I have said in the past that if I could only use one “tool” it would be a sled, so I thought I would put that to the… Continue reading May is “Just Sleds” Month
Strength to Endure
(Photo of Lea Davison, 2x Olympic Mountain Biker. Lea works with a strength coach and includes heavy hex bar deadlifts in her program. Photo taken with her GoPro.) I am a huge advocate of strength training for endurance athletes, especially heavy lifting. Research shows that heavy strength training will make you a better, faster runner.… Continue reading Strength to Endure
Sled Rx 