Winter: To Train or De-train?
That is the question. It's very common for endurance athletes to take time off after a big event or when their season comes to a close. In the last few years there has been a shift. What we know is that after about 3 days mitochondria number begins to decrease. What we know is that after a hard event it is good to rest, and recover to avoid injury. We definitely want to avoid burn out because then, all bets are off. So what are the options? Taking time off, gaining weight, and coming into 2017
The Magic Potion
aka. The 3rd Nipple. Is literally my Magic Potion. Which I keep in my Magic Pocket. I've been using it for years. Over the years it has changed subtly based on cutting edge research and development. I've tried different things, added them, kept some, disregarded others. I don't usually give out my recipe, I do charge, and you are required to sign a non-disclosure agreement. I did once blog about this: Years of Research on Vitamin D3: Cholecalciferol I have been using this product for years. The BEST electrolyte product out there. Period. What's in the plastic baggie? My branch chain
Hitting the Gym with Nino Schurter: Co-ordination and Balance For Mere Mortals
I see a lot of amazing, and crazy stuff in the gym. I see a lot of things where I shake my head and roll my eyes, and wonder how long it will be before that person ends up injured. This was floating around the internet a few weeks ago. It's an excellent workout. For World Class Mountain Bikers. // Hunt for Glory Chapter 9- Hitting the Gym with Nino SchurterHere we go! Part one of an inside look at my atypical workout that helps me reach the highest level. #huntforglory #noshortcuts #hittingthegym Posted by Nino
Zoefitness Quinoa Recipe
Each color in our foods represents a certain nutrient, or group of nutrients. It's important to follow an eating plan that includes a beautiful array of colors. And therefore, a variety of nutrients. Coach Zoe's Quinoa Recipe 1 cup Quinoa : I use either a tri colored quinoa; or mix 1/2 cup red quinoa and 1/2 cup black quinoa sautee this with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil After sauteeing a few minutes add the amount of water in the Quinoa directions, and then, add accompanying water based on the rice recipe, and whether or
Living a Life Free of the Wrong Type of Distractions
Happy One Year Anniversary to me! WOW! A year already! I've had a lot to say since the end of August. Hopefully I will come back and hit at least one topic that I really want to blog on. Today is today, and I write about what's on my mind today. Last November I began packing boxes in Winona. I have been in move mode since. Move mode for a year. That's a tough cookie to crumble! Let me be frank, it sucks! Although I have moved, I am still in boxes, and it
24 Hours of Enchanted Forest
What a great race, and a great time. The 2nd week of June I had this realization. That there was no becoming the bad ass single speeder I used to be, there is only being. So I decided to do 24 hours of the Enchanted Forest. I have been studying muscle memory for 3 to 5 years, on myself, and on certain clients, whom I know their backgrounds in endurance. Muscle Memory is real, and I am here to prove it without a doubt. My longest ride occurred on 5.9.2015, with a total time
2015 ZoeFitness 3-Day Mountain Bike Altitude Training Camp
2015 ZoeFitness 3-Day Mountain Bike Altitude Training Camp Albuquerque/Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico July 31st- August 2nd 2015 **Helmets must be worn at all times on the bike Held Under USA Cycling Permit: Annual License or Day License Required Contact Information: Zoe Nance zoe@zoefitness.com 817.266.4557 Schedule: Friday July 31st 10AM What: Ride in Foothills @ 6200 feet. Where: Bear Canyon Parking Lot: https://goo.gl/maps/xmxkc Albuquerque, New Mexico 4PM Hilton Homewood Suites Uptown: 7101 Arvada Avenue NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 https://goo.gl/maps/b9JRy Educational Seminar: Training and Racing at High Altitude Saturday August 1st 10 AM What: Ride from approximately 8500 feet to above 12,000 feet Where: Black Canyon Campground 704 Hyde
Winter Riding
May be something I know about. I once read, in some sort of coaching manual, to discourage people from going out when it's less than 50 degrees. This was a theory based on road riding, combined with windchill. Hell, most of us will be in shorts and short sleeves when it's 50 degrees, especially in racing conditions. So what is a threshold for cold? Most of it has to do with the gear that you own, or what you can afford to buy, and even how much you like riding your bike. Me, I love
Compilation of Swimming Drills to Improve Technique
Compilation of Swimming Drills Sourced From: USA Swimming USMS: Master Swim Go Swim Videos are available on-line at above linked websites if you have any questions on form, or instruction. This is small sample of drills that can be done; many drills can be created to help you perfect your swim technique. Simply think; what do I want to improve or fix? And get creative!! Butterfly: 1 Arm: Drill Arms no kick Kicking on Back Hands Down: Focus Fast Feet, limits knee bend 3 Right Arm/Streamline Kick/3 Left Arm 2-2-2/2-2-3/2-2-4 Push Off; 3 Full Strokes, no breath, Glide into EZ Free: Series 2