Today, VO2max – maximal oxygen uptake – measures an athlete’s potential, but in the past, a tape measure and stopwatch were used. Even the most precise data obtained using those tools is laughable in the face of current scientific tests. Read More “VO2max. An athlete’s engine capacity”
The Florence marathon on 24 November will provide an excellent opportunity to see whether or not your long runs have been done properly. If you didn’t include any this time, then you can next time. Here, you can find all the tips you need to truly take advantage of this effective training programme.
Improving performance is far from an impossible goal on a bicycle. The key is to focus on all the aspects needed for a comprehensive training programme: strength, resistance and technique (in the broad sense). Read More “Technique also counts in cycling”
Sleep is a fundamental biological process for human health and plays an essential role in an athlete’s recovery process. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) weighed into this topic recently, stressing the importance of athletes getting the right amount and quality of sleep. Read More “Sleep and training: the strategies to adopt”
To get an idea as to how core training works, think about a large train station. We can even keep it Italian and think about the central station in Milan – it provides a great image of trains coming and going from everywhere, north, south, east and west. Read More “Core training: power to the core!”
An untrained eye probably looks at a bike saddle, notes the linear, slender, streamlined lines and thinks, “wow, that must be uncomfortable!” Read More “Preventing saddle soreness”
When time is limited, it must be used optimally, taking advantage of every available minute. Read More “HIIT, the solution for people without much time”
Your race is going as planned. Your legs are pedalling perfectly, the metres are being eaten up. You’ve got plenty left in the tank and are excited about your progress. Read More “EAMC: how to prevent cramps”
Men and women clearly have a different engine when it comes to sport, including running. But that’s not the only difference – there are many others. Read More “Running, differences between men and women”
Athletes who train at altitude firmly believe such training improves performance, but it remains complicated to precisely say what benefits are due to the altitude and what are from the training. Read More “High-altitude training. What you need to know”