Low energy availability (LEA) is a state in which the amount of energy taken in from food is not sufficient to support normal physiological functioning, including menstrual function, bone health, …
Recognizing the Signs of High Cortisol
Cortisol is known as the stress hormone since it’s released when the body is under stress. It can be a sign of overtraining or be caused by outside factors like …
Endurance Building: Zone 2 Training
Master the power of zone 2 training! It will unlock your stamina. Zone 2 training refers to a specific intensity range used in endurance sports training that’s usually based on …
Training After an Illness
Being down and out with an illness is hard but training too soon after an illness can set you back further.
The Importance of Rest Days
Rest days when training but are often skipped, or put off until you feel physically fatigued.. It’s hard to slow down when you’re feeling good, but they are one of …
Are BCAA’s Worth It?
Research has been highly mixed in relation to BCAA’s. Before you take off running toward the nearest supplement store, there is an issue that needs to be addressed: I’ll use …
The Importance of Sleep for Recovery
When people think of recovery, they tend to think of things like ice baths and protein shakes. However, one of the most important things for recovery is sleep! After an …
