I often get asked questions by athletes, some very specific and some more general. Questions range from What type of training plan should I get? to Which FTP test is best? In the following short … [Read more...] about Videos
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An Update on Compression Clothing
It’s been a couple of years since I last checked the research for the latest on compression clothing. When I first wrote about this topic back in October, 2007 there really wasn’t much available. By … [Read more...] about An Update on Compression Clothing
Choosing a Camp
One of the fastest ways to grow as a athlete is to attend a camp. But it shouldn’t be a random decision. In choosing a camp you should decide what it is you hope to get out of it. Camps offer a wide … [Read more...] about Choosing a Camp
Triathlon Purchases by Ability & Experience
An author asked me today what purchases I'd suggest triathletes make to help them improve and grow based on their ability and experience levels. This is a tough one as there are many, many … [Read more...] about Triathlon Purchases by Ability & Experience
Covid and Return-to-Training Comments
A couple of days ago I was contacted by an athlete who recently contracted the Covid virus. He asked how he should return to training when the time was right. I wish I had an answer for him, but I … [Read more...] about Covid and Return-to-Training Comments
RIDE INSIDE WORKOUTS
With many cyclists and triathletes forced to ride inside now I thought it might be helpful to post a few workouts from my upcoming book – Ride Inside. All of the following workouts are designed for … [Read more...] about RIDE INSIDE WORKOUTS
Bones and Cyclists
Although we tend to associate brittle bones with women older than age 65, it can also occur in men. And you don’t have to be “old” to experience it. When my son, Dirk Friel, was 29 (he’s now 40) he … [Read more...] about Bones and Cyclists
Comparing Output and Input
One of the most important aspects of training for the endurance athlete is developing aerobic endurance – the ability to perform efficiently and effectively for a long duration at an intensity below … [Read more...] about Comparing Output and Input
Updates on Compression Clothing and Block Periodization
One of my favorite pastimes is reading sports science research. Most days start with me grabing an abstract from the top of my to-be-read list and seeing what’s new. I know, I’m weird that way. … [Read more...] about Updates on Compression Clothing and Block Periodization
Fast After …60? …70? Part 8
Featured Senior Athlete: Bob Scott I have many role models. They are people I look up to for a several reasons. They’re inspirational. All have similar characteristics including friendliness, … [Read more...] about Fast After …60? …70? Part 8
My Most-Read Posts of 2011
In case you missed something, here are lists of my most-read blogs since I started posting in January, 2007 along with my most-read blogs of 2011. Most Read of All Time It’s remarkable how little … [Read more...] about My Most-Read Posts of 2011
Reflections on Technology and Endurance Sport
I’m somewhat of a technology geek. I like things that hold out the promise of doing something more effectively and efficiently, especially in sport. I can only recall one time when I was totally wrong … [Read more...] about Reflections on Technology and Endurance Sport
Competition and Athletic Success
Success Based on Others Several years ago I coached an athlete who got on the podium in all three of his major races by the end of our first season together. It was quite an impressive … [Read more...] about Competition and Athletic Success
Build Period Overview
I’ve received several suggestions for blog topics from readers recently. Thanks for that. While I really enjoy researching and writing about training-related issues there are often times when I draw a … [Read more...] about Build Period Overview
How to Recover
I’ve found that it’s not usually difficult at all to get serious athletes to train hard. In fact, most could probably train a bit easier and be more race-fit and faster as a result. At the extreme … [Read more...] about How to Recover
My Most Read Blog Posts of 2012
The following are the five most read posts on my blog in 2012. There is only one that is new to the list. The others are perennials. 1. A Quick Guide to Setting Zones (November, 2009) This one moved … [Read more...] about My Most Read Blog Posts of 2012
The Origins of On-Line Coaching
In 1980 when I started coaching adult athletes (I coached high school before that) it was strictly with local athletes (Northern Colorado). I'd meet with them and conduct the workout. This was … [Read more...] about The Origins of On-Line Coaching
Aging: What’s Behind the Decline?
There’s no doubt that there is a loss of athletic performance with aging. We will never see a 70-year-old athlete take gold in the Olympic Games marathon. Sports scientists have offered … [Read more...] about Aging: What’s Behind the Decline?
How Important Is Training Volume?
Last week I received an email from an athlete who was concerned about her training for the coming year. She had wisely decided that she needed to include a rest and recovery week every third week. But … [Read more...] about How Important Is Training Volume?
Thoughts on Good Coaching
How Coaching Has Changed I first started coaching high school athletes after graduating from college in 1966. Then in 1980 I started working with adult athletes, mostly in running, road cycling, … [Read more...] about Thoughts on Good Coaching
Common But Confusing Training Terms
I'd like to define some sports science terms that I frequently get asked about. Note that not everyone in the field of sport science will agree with me on each of these definitions. Scientists can—and … [Read more...] about Common But Confusing Training Terms
Keep It Simple
Training for peak performance in endurance sport does not need to be complicated. I came to understand that only recently. More than 30 years ago I earned a masters degree in exercise science while … [Read more...] about Keep It Simple
Compression Garment Update
Once again I must apologize for the long gaps between posts. I’ve got a backlog of topics I want to write on (running shoes, periodization, and strength training, to name but a few pressing … [Read more...] about Compression Garment Update
K.I.S.S.
I tend to make things more complicated than they need to be. You probably know that if you’ve read any of my books. That point was driven home to me this week when I reached out to Andy Kirkland, PhD … [Read more...] about K.I.S.S.