Jun 1, 2014
Your Biggest Training Mistakes Demystified
A new report details the factors behind our surprising speedskating failure in this year's Olympics—and any athlete can learn from its findings.
Performance Insiders
May 30, 2014
Stress and the Athlete's Body
It's not just mental. Even mild amounts of anxiety and stress can subvert your performance.
May 30, 2014
How to Prepare for a High-Altitude Race
What you can do beforehand, at sea level and once you hit the mountains
May 12, 2014
Become an Athlete, Not a One-Sport Wonder
You train to race outside. We get it. But to go your fastest—and stay your healthiest—you might just need to enter the gym.
Apr 25, 2014
A Fitness Center That Takes Your Breath Away
Reduced-oxygen training room Air Fit opens in Bay Area
Apr 19, 2014
Why Babies Are the Next Big Performance-Enhancing Drug
While most new mothers are simply struggling to keep their eyes open all day, Liza Howard, winner of the Umstead 100-mile race, and a select group of athletes come back stronger than ever.
Dec 12, 2011
When is the best time of day to run?
Is it better for me to run before lunch or before dinner?
Dec 5, 2011
How do I train for my first snowshoeing trip?
This is my first year snowshoeing. Is there anything specific I should do to get my body ready?
Nov 30, 2011
What's a good recipe for quinoa?
I like quinoa, but I'm not sure how to make it more interesting. Any good recipes?