(this post along with other useful training tips also found at http://neoendurance.blogspot.com)

Marysol's question is probably one that many athletes have: What should I eat before and after a workout?

The first answer is a common one...it depends. But it's not hard to take a look at a few factors and get a solid fueling plan. We'll look…

USA Triathlon published an article I wrote about my Metabolic Efficiency Journey in their e-newsletter. It's a summary of the 3 week study I did in December to see if I could "teach my body to burn more fat" and the Metabolic Efficiency test I had done early last month. The article can be found here:…

(This post and other articles and training tips found on http://neoendurance.blogspot.com)

Joe wrote to me on facebook today: With the Superbowl just around the corner. I have a question for you about alcohol and recovery. I am in my preseason for training and was wondering what the affect of a couple of beers would have on my recovery? Would it be recommend…

This post and other useful training tips can also be found at http://neoendurance.blogspot.com.

Great question posed in Competitor magazine.  Matt Fitzgerald responds;

Weightlifting and other forms of strength training help runners in three ways. 

First, they enhance performance, mainly by boosting running economy.  The legs function like springs during running.  Research has shown that weightlifting and plyometrics (jumping exercises) make the legs springier, so runners move faster with less energy.

Second, strength training also reduces injury risk.  Instability…

Tell me this, why do we put our health on hold until January…