Fri, 30 May 2014
In the middle of the official Western States Endurance Run training weekend, we relax with We chat about
Links: Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl |
Wed, 21 May 2014
So if you get a chance to have a running discussion with Ann Trason and Andy Jones Wilkins at mile 55.7 on the Western States 100 Trail, what would you ask? We throw the kitchen sink at them both and came up with a jumbolia of topics that will make you laugh, gasp, motivate, and train you. Register for Ann's new trail race series, Overlook Endurance Runs: 50k, 50-mile, and 100K Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl |
Fri, 16 May 2014
We posted a video on April 9th about Josh Spector's experience running his first 135-mile race, The Brazil 135. To date it has had over 2 Million views - because it is that good! Josh's first 135-mile run was on an unfamiliar course in a foreign country, he talks to us about the difference between 100-milers and running 135 miles, how to prepare yourself for running in a foreign country, and how to enjoy the journey. Josh is currently training for the grueling Badwater 135 this summer. Josh's Blog, Twitter, and Facebook Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool headlamps made for trail running at Petzl |
Fri, 9 May 2014
Many athletes fail to make progress or they see their fitness regress due to three main factors:
Dr. Stephen Gangemi, the Sock Doc, joins The Nation to discuss the science behind motivation. From your brain to your gut, we will discuss the physiological and mental aspects of motivation and how you can regain the Eye of the Tiger! Here are the links to the first two articles that are the basis of this podcast: Athlete Motivation Part 1: It's In Both of Your Brains Motivation Part II: Healing and Optimizing Your Two Brains Motivation Part III: Why Your Motivation Stinks, Literally Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool headlamps made for trail running at Petzl |
Thu, 8 May 2014
Many athletes fail to make progress or they see their fitness regress due to three main factors:
Dr. Stephen Gangemi, the Sock Doc, joins The Nation to discuss the science behind motivation. From your brain to your gut, we will discuss the physiological and mental aspects of motivation and how you can regain the Eye of the Tiger! Here are the links to the first two articles that are the basis of this podcast: Athlete Motivation Part 1: It's In Both of Your Brains Motivation Part II: Healing and Optimizing Your Two Brains Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool headlamps made for trail running at Petzl |
Thu, 1 May 2014
One of your most important tools as a runner is your feet. You need to take care of them or your training/race may be foiled. John Vonhof literally wrote the book on how to take care of your feet: "Fixing Your Feet". This book is now in the FIFTH edition! John joins The Nation to discuss the basic principles of foot care:
You can learn more by visiting his website HERE. Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition Check out the cool headlamps made for trail running at Petzl |