Enhancing Lactate Threshold: A Key to Performance Improvement

Lactate threshold, known as LT2, MLSS, anaerobic lactate threshold, or OBLA, is a crucial performance metric for athletes in various endurance sports. However, achieving the highest lactate threshold alone does not guarantee being in top shape. Optimal performance requires a multifaceted approach, including mental strength, improved power-to-weight ratio, enhanced fat…
What is blood lactate testing?

What is blood lactate testing?

The lactate test is a blood test that measures the level of lactic acid made in the body and the heart rate during a step test. In this protocol power or pace is increased in regular steps, heart measurements and a lactate sample is taken towards the end of each…
How to Activate Your Glutes for Improved Performance

How to Activate Your Glutes for Improved Performance

There can be several reasons why your glutes may not be firing correctly. Some common causes include muscle imbalances, poor posture, and overuse of other muscle groups. It may cause issues such as hip pain, lower back pain, sciatic nerve irritation and even knee pain. Here are a few tips…
First-Time Triathlete: Tips and Tricks for Success

First-Time Triathlete: Tips and Tricks for Success

Congratulations on taking the first step towards training for triathlons! Triathlon training can be a rewarding and challenging experience, and it’s important to approach it with a solid plan in place. Here are a few basic steps you can follow as you begin your triathlon journey:   Choose a triathlon…
Group rides or Solo rides?

Group rides or Solo rides?

Nowhere to hide! -by Brian Nath, Beginner to All-American Triathlete, Scottsdale, Arizona. A few days ago I found myself out on the Sonoran Parkway putting in a solid hour at Tempo effort. On most days the parkway is the place to go when you want to lay down some focused…

Win by choice not by chance!

Ricardo (picture) displayed a champion’s mind set. His warrior attitude was the key to open the door that lead him to a remarkable performance and wonderful experience at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Through hard work, discipline, and a never-say-diet attitude, Ricardo transformed his dream into reality. Ricardo’s…