We're hearing rumors that Olympian Alex Karwoski will be Peloton's new rowing instructor. Alex has been a regular on the US National team, starting with the Under 23 in 2012. He was 2016 Olympian, and has been part of the senior team since. Alex was an alternate at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. In 2016, he narrowly missed an Olympic medal as the USA placed 4th in the … [Read more...] about Alex Karwoski – Peloton Rowing’s new instructor
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The Beginner’s Guide To Yasso 800s
I discovered Yasso 800s the hard way, when I was a college runner! They were tough, but I loved them as they improved my strength, endurance, and pacing. ----- Although most experts agree that the long run is the bread and butter of marathon training, it's not only the important workout serious runners should be doing. In fact, there are many other workouts and … [Read more...] about The Beginner’s Guide To Yasso 800s
Lessons for runners from diabetic foot care!
I was looking for information on whether to use lotion for my club foot after my long run a few weeks ago and ran into this diabetic foot care test prep question. I thought it was ironic and useful given my issues with athlete's foot. Answer: C - The medical assistant should apply a moisturizing lotion to dry feet, but not between the toes. The moisture between the toes … [Read more...] about Lessons for runners from diabetic foot care!
My 3 Hour Long Run and Endurance Race Fueling Plan
3 Hour Long Run and Endurance Race Fueling Plan I've been using a new fueling plan that's worked for me for 2.5 to 3.5-hour runs. I eat a clean, carb-focused meal 2.5 hours before my big run or race (usually a bagel with just a little bit of cream cheese). About 1 hour before I eat a 100 calories snack (usually a granola bar). I also drink 12 oz of fluid with … [Read more...] about My 3 Hour Long Run and Endurance Race Fueling Plan
Go Becs Gentry for TeamGB 2021!
We were super excited to hear that our favorite Peloton coach Becs Gentry is going to compete in the Olympic Trials for Team GB which will be taking on March 26, 2021. We could tell that Becs had been hammering it in training based on some her talk. The event will take place at Kew Gardens in Richmond, UK. Can Becs Gentry make TeamGB? What are Becs' chances of making … [Read more...] about Go Becs Gentry for TeamGB 2021!
