Overload occurs when the balance between external load and internal load is altered so that the body’s adaptive capacity is inadequate, resulting in manifestations of altered performance and injury and/or illness. An understanding of the Overload Principle forms the foundation of how we calculate the weight loads, sets, and reps used to get the desired results we seek in … [Read more...]
Marathon Recovery Do’s & Don’t’s
I hope this article finds its way into your hands before your feet complete those 26.2 miles and cross the finish line. If you have managed to stay healthy throughout your pre-race training or only had to battle a few roadblocks, you can already consider yourself a winner. What most people tend to forget, and it is the reason that I am writing this article, is appropriate … [Read more...]
