The ESP TipCast covers quick tips for the latest health, fitness, nutrition and training science. On this TipCast we return to the topic of the dangers of endurance training and address a recent paper on the possible damaging effects of long-term training.

If you're interested in reading the papers, they can be found here:

http://www.tradewindsports.net/wordpress/training/is-endurance-training-dangerous/

The ESP TipCast covers quick tips for the latest health, fitness, nutrition and training science. On the latest Tipcast we discuss why the off-season should not be a time for rest, but should be a time for change and building.

The off-season is the time to fully recharge, address injuries and other issues, as well as plan for the next season. However, the Off-season is also the time to build off of last season's success, but to do so you need to avoid the typical long hybernation and maintain your fitness with shorter, more frequent "breaks" throughout the year. Learn how.

The ESP TipCast covers quick tips for the latest health, fitness, nutrition and training science. On this TipCast we discuss the recent paper by David Raichlen and collegues titled Wired to run: exercise-induced endocannabinoid signaling in humans and cursorial mammals with implications for the "runner's high". The authors propose evidence supporting the idea that the runners high encourages humans and other run loving species to run in good times and in bad, lending support to the idea that we really were born to run. 

We also want to remind everyone that our final Stan's No Tubes Clinic will be on October 7th at the Richmond Festival of Cross. We'll be covering tubeless tire installation, tire sealant use and show casing a range great products from Honey Stinger and Gu Brew. And finally, be sure to checkout our next podcast where we review the New Balance 1600 and discuss the potential risk that extreme endurance exercise may have on the heart with cardiac specialist, Mark Milunski. 

On the latest TipCast we discuss how to close the season and head into a successful off-season. Whether your season is just wrapping up or chugging along until late in the year, see how you can set yourself up for a great off-season!

We want to thank Gu Energy and Gu Brew, Roctane and Gu Recovery Brew for fueling us this season! 

On the latest TipCast we Review Endurance Films' DVD Running-Biomechanics and Drills from USAT's training series. The DVD features reknowned running coach Bobby McGee, and will definitely get you running faster! For more information on this DVD or others like it, checkout Endurance Films.

Please note, the Bobby McGee DVD is actually priced at $29.95, not $39.

Special thanks to Sidi America for their support this season. You cannot find a better cycling shoe period (trust me, l looked for many years)!

The ESP TipCast covers quick tips for the latest health, fitness, nutrition and training science. On the latest TipCast we discuss how to dial in your race pace for time trials, triathlons and XTerra. Practice is essential!

This months Tipcast is brought to you in part by Rudy Project.

On the latest TipCast we continue our discussion of hydration, with tips for balancing fluid intake with fueling, as well as tips for stay cool during your event. We offer advice on experimenting with different strategies and how valuable recording pre and post training body temperature can be.

We'd like to thank our sponsor Honey Stinger for their support of all our endeavors!

The ESP TipCast covers quick tips for the latest health, fitness, nutrition and training science. On this TipCast we discuss Dr. Tim Noakes new book, Waterlogged, and in the process debunk some of the big myths surrounding hydration and thermoregulation. We wrap-up with current recommendations for hydration.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Stan's No Tubes.

On this Tipcast we review the Training Peaks Performance Management Chart (PMC). One of the shortcomings of the PMC is that trends are often difficult to discern when data are limited, particularly for those who training infrequently (4 or fewer days/week). However, there are some things to consider to improve the chart. In addition, triathletes should take advantage of using different charts to track individual sports to better monitor progress in each aspect of triathlon.

On this Tipcast we review some of my highlights from the most recent American College of Sports Medicine annual meeting. Of note, we discuss the latest research on high-intensity interval training, maximal lactate steady state and advances in Olympic sport preparation.