Goal Setting for the New Year

Goal Setting for the New Year

The New Year usually brings a fresh slate of goals and intentions.  For an athlete, your goals should focus your energy on the direction you want to go – the goals you want to achieve.  It’s not just the goal that’s important, but the overall big picture.  Each year...
What is Base Training and When Should You Do It?

What is Base Training and When Should You Do It?

Base training seems to have many different definitions.  Most commonly, base training can be defined as aerobic development.  In other words, base training teaches your body to utilize oxygen as efficiently as possible.  It should be done early in the season to...
How to Plan Your Race Schedule for Next Year

How to Plan Your Race Schedule for Next Year

The New Year is just around the corner, which means your next race season will be here before you know it.  So bring on the new goals with the New Year! This will require more careful planning and organization of your race events. Start by prioritizing races into...