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10 Tips To Stay Warm During Cold Winter Runs
Running in cold weather is both fun and a great challenge. With open roads, empty trails, and fresh, crisp air, winter runs are a great way to stay on top of fitness goals and training. Braving the elements is possible, but failing to prepare can make the experience uncomfortable or even... Read more
8 Tips to Keep Your Workout Routine Intact While Traveling
With the holidays approaching, ’tis the season for traveling. While this allows athletes to run in new locations, some find it difficult to find the time to stick to training for their sport.   Athletes might have packed schedules, visit unfamiliar cities or states, or don’t have access to an... Read more
How To Stay Motivated To Run During Changing Fall Weather
There are just as many reasons to go outside for a run in the fall as there are to skip a workout. With busy school schedules, fall activities, and busy weekends, it’s easy to allow yourself to skip a run on occasion. Then throw constantly changing weather in the... Read more
How to Fuel Your Body for Fall and Winter Training
Training during the fall and leading to the colder winter months differs from the warmer weather season. Despite not being as hot, athletes still need to focus on staying hydrated before, during, and after workouts. Eating right to fuel the body is equally important. Whether you’re training for cross... Read more
How to Stay in Shape for Cross Country During the Winter
Cross country season is winding down, but that doesn’t mean runners should stop thinking about their long-term goals. Time off for recovery is important to prevent injury and keep the body and mind rested after a great season. But running throughout the winter even if indoor track isn’t on... Read more
Cross Country Training Tips To Get That Race Day PR
Cross country running is a demanding yet rewarding sport that requires a unique blend of endurance, speed, and mental toughness. Many athletes set their sights on achieving personal records (PRs) during races. To make these dreams a reality, cross country runners need to follow a well-structured training plan that... Read more
How To Transition From Summer Workouts To Fall Sports Training
Summertime allows for less structure—and that also may mean when it comes to training. Many athletes take a few weeks off in the summer to repair muscle and recover from spring-season sports. Those who remain active may focus on more playful summer sports to just keep fit and maintain... Read more
Know & GO Podcast | Ep. 1: Armed & Ready
In The Debut Episode Of Our New Ask-The-Expert Podcast, We Talk Arm Safety And Injury Prevention With Dr. Charles Preston • For the show’s first episode, one of the East Bay’s most renowned sports medicine practitioners as Dr. Charles Preston joins the show.  Dr. Preston is the head team... Read more
HEALTH WATCH: How does Icy Hot work to actually relieve muscle pain quickly?
I asked a group of high school athletes to list their most pressing questions about sports and health. Surprisingly, the most frequently asked questions were, “How does Icy Hot work? What are the benefits of Icy Hot and is Icy Hot good for sore muscles?” This group consists of student-athletes who... Read more
3 Things to Know to Outperform Your Competition
The grind is real. When you’re training to compete your competition is training to win. Train to win, play to win, and implement recovery to top off your game and help you build deeper capacity for performance. Too many athletes overly focus on the active aspects of training. They... Read more
How To Boost Your Child’s Mental Training For Rugby
Blast from the past – here’s a picture of me back in 2002 when I was at the height of my playing career. It was easy to find time to prioritize staying fit as a young adult. I virtually had no other obligations other than work, working out and... Read more
Nutrition | Dr. Mo    We have all seen the explosion of energy drinks in the last decade. With many new brand names such as Red Bull, Rock Star and Monster becoming common fixtures at the grocery store, are they all the same? Use of energy drinks has also... Read more