The Sport Factory

A Holistic Approach to Coaching

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:10:01 PST

Treadmill Tool Box

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:15:27 PST

Side Stitch: Reasons and Solutions

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 20:58:27 PST

Many athletes, especially runners, are all too familiar with the pain that sometimes appears around the lower rib cage or side of the abdomen during an otherwise perfectly fine bout of exercise.

Running Mechanics, Part I

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:36:25 PST

Proper running mechanics are vital to improving speed while simultaneously reducing effort.

Ice, Heat or Both?

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:50:24 PST

Our patients often ask us whether they should use ice or heat for their particular conditions. There are certain factors to help you determine which of these thermal modalities to use, and if you follow the guidelines, you will reduce the risk of further injury or adverse effects.

Local Running Race Calendar

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:39:03 PST

Whether you specialize in running, triathlon, or duathlon, a fun and easy way to re-vamp your training is to get some local running races on your calendar!

Which Frame is for You?

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 09:33:30 PST

The current bike market is flooded with frame material options, and can be an overwhelming process to navigate the myriad of choices.

Don't Think. Just Run!

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:59:32 PST

During a hard effort, we often have negative thoughts that pop up in our heads. These thoughts, although very real, often have no basis in reality.

To TAPE or Not to TAPE -- That is the Question

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:51:19 PST

Dr. Sadri reviews the purpose and benefits of using Kinesio Tape.

Are You a Wet Sponge?

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:07:55 PST

There are a great number of things that affect how much training volume a person can absorb in a given time period, including individual physiology, stress/lifestyle, nutrition, age, recovery technique, sleep amount and quality, and of course practicality.

The Magic Pill

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:46:00 PST

Sport Factory Coach and athlete Amy Kloner wants to sell you a Magic Pill to lock in your best season ever. As long as you can manufacture the active ingredient, you will be well on your way!

The Ever Shifting Paradigm of Training

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:21:28 PST

But even a successful athlete gradually moves towards the “glass ceiling’ of their physiological limiters season after season. It takes a progressively more creative training process to address these limiters and squeeze more speed out of an already fast athlete.

Refining Body Balance in Open Water

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 08:42:36 PST

As a matter of convenience, triathletes often perform the majority of their swim training in a pool...but there are certain challenges to open water swimming that do not present themselves in the static, calm environment of the pool.

The Wrench Does Not Fix the Machine

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 08:04:08 PST

What is the best fit system? The most appropriate technology?

The Rules of the Pool

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 21:34:39 PST

Learn "The Rules of the Pool" for a productive, safe, and enjoyable Masters swim practice.

A-Musing on Life from the Top Left Corner

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:05:44 PST

Top 5 Most Embarrassing Triathlon Moments

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:32:05 PST

While we would all like to look as cool (and be as fast!) as Craig Alexander or Chris McCormack on race day, there are inevitably going to be moments that we hope were not caught on film!

Chris Zimmer recalls his Top 5 Most Embarrassing Moments in the sport. Fear not-- if it's embarrassing, it's already been done. And it will make for a good story the next day!

What is A.R.T.?

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:29:33 PST

Dr. Sadri of First Choice Healthcare reviews the treatment benefits of Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.)

Coach Brett on BeginnerTriathlete.com

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:00:36 PST

Coach Brett Daniels was asked to do a podcast for Beginnertriathlete.com. This is the first installment of a new series called "Coach Talk" where they interview a coach who is also an active member of the site.

Death by Trainer

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:49:53 PST

Avoid having to tell your buddies that you crashed on the trainer. Curtis Henry outlines how to keep from getting rug-rash from an indoor crash!