Know What's Happening in Fitness
Know What's Happening in Fitness
New 'Compound Score' Set to Replace Watts‑per‑Kilogram in Cycling
Research challenges the long‑standing watts‑per‑kilogram (W/kg) metric, showing it fails to predict race outcomes. A new compound score that blends absolute and relative power, developed by Peter Leo and John Wakefield, is gaining traction, with teams like Red Bull‑Bora‑Hansgrohe already using it for talent scouting.
Strade Bianche looks like a gravel classic, yet it remains a UCI WorldTour road race, prompting teams to choose aero‑optimised road bikes. Roughly two‑thirds of the 184‑km course is paved and riders hit over 50 km/h, making aerodynamics and lightweight frames crucial for climbs and fast sections. Gravel‑specific bikes add weight and reduce aero efficiency, so teams stick with models like the Specialized S‑Works Tarmac SL8, sometimes fitting wider tyres for comfort. The race showcases how road‑bike technology is adapting to mixed‑terrain demands while preserving sponsor visibility.
The article ranks eight creatine supplements deemed optimal for women, evaluated by a registered dietitian. Each product is broken down by dosage, form (powder, capsule, stick pack), flavor options, and third‑party certifications such as NSF Certified for Sport or Informed...
Mike Sommerfeld, the 2025 Arnold Classic Physique champion, reportedly failed to make the weight limit for the 2026 event, arriving approximately seven pounds over the cap. Attendees cited an Instagram update from Beyond the Stage TV stating he is out...
Air Force Senior Master Sergeant Aaron Lin survived an IED explosion in Afghanistan that left two comrades dead and triggered severe combat‑related PTSD. After a failed attempt at traditional therapy, he entered the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) program, which...
The 2026 U Sports Track & Field Championships opened in Winnipeg with a single 60 m final that produced headline‑making sprint performances. Gabrielle Cole of Guelph lowered her personal best to 7.20 seconds, tying the World Indoor Championships qualifying standard and posting the...
Fitness enthusiasts can gauge aerobic capacity without a lab using two simple field tests. The Cooper test measures distance covered in 12 minutes and converts it to an estimated VO₂ max, while the Rockport test estimates VO₂ max from a...
The 8 Degree Pedal introduces the first floating flat pedal, offering ±4° of rotation through a Teflon‑coated spherical bearing and Igus shaft bearing. Designed to mimic the foot‑float of clipless systems, it features interchangeable spring plungers for adjustable resistance and a...
The 12‑3‑30 treadmill workout—walking at a 12% incline, three miles per hour for 30 minutes—has resurfaced as a TikTok‑driven fitness craze. Originating in 2020, the routine’s simplicity appeals to beginners and those overwhelmed by workout choices. Fans tout weight‑loss, cardiovascular,...
Understand that our nervous system fatigues. If we don’t recover well, the dude just forgets how to operate our body. Which is a problem. If we do hard live rounds or blast a workout, we’re at an extreme risk of...
Ron Koch argues that solo mountain‑bike rides deliver a unique blend of mental clarity, creative spark, and personal pacing that group rides rarely provide. He describes how solitary climbs let his thoughts wander, fueling column ideas, while unrestricted route choice...
Widely considered the world's top exercise physiologist for endurance athletes, Dr. Stephen Seiler created a "hierarchy of needs" for these athletes. In the #1 position? Running frequency/volume. Anybody who says "running more doesn't make you faster" is trying to keep you slow. Matt...
One of the most overlooked ways to run faster is my strengthening your feet and ankles. This includes your toes 🦶🏻
The March 2026 edition of Two Percent’s Burn the Ships series launches the “Summit Push,” the final phase of a three‑month outdoor‑focused training plan. The post argues that a single, hard weekly workout delivers disproportionate gains in mental health, VO2 max,...
Low Back Pain | 9 Exercises 9 exercises that focus on improving core stability, hip mobility, lumbar spine control and pelvic floor activation. When these areas work together, the lower back is better supported and doesn’t have to compensate for limited mobility...
Do this for the next 90 days if you want to get lean for summer: - Eat the same 5-10 meals 90% of the time - Throw away junk food in your house - Stop drinking calories (yes alcohol) - Lift weights 4x a...
Around 200 million people travel to high‑altitude regions each year, and up to 75 percent develop acute mountain sickness (AMS). A double‑blind study by UC San Diego researchers found that participants taking probiotics maintained higher oxygen saturation at 12,470 feet compared with a placebo group....
How I’m reintroducing speed to my training The main thing - keeping volume low, and building gradually After suffering with achilles tendinopathy last october, followed by a dnf in Valencia - the start of 2026 has been all about gradual return to...
Running shoes are definitely way more expensive than they were 15-20 years ago, but I feel like I get more bang for my buck with the current tech. I used to only get ~300 miles out of my shoes back...
Garrya Mù Cang Chải is launching a data‑driven well‑being concept for 2026 that moves beyond traditional spa stays to structured, results‑focused programmes. Guests will complete a digital pre‑arrival assessment and receive a dedicated Wellbeing Trainer who tailors itineraries around sports...
One of the biggest issues that runners face is the slow timeline of tendon adaptation. We start to feel fitter before our tendons can adapt. Muscles start to show hypertrophy after ~6 week of progressive overload. Tendons are more in...
We're building a sleep agent that predicts your night before it happens. Then optimizes it while you sleep. This is what AI in health actually looks like. https://t.co/QJg82FpvH4
Olympic medalist Alex Walsh has withdrawn from the Pro Swim Series stop in Westmont due to illness. She announced the scratch on social media, emphasizing a quick recovery to stay on track for the upcoming China Open. Walsh had entered...
"Drink more water and consume more sodium" marketing hype or science proven? Last few seats to grab at the webinar: https://t.co/YtBy9Dodjq https://t.co/gbjhlIpsm7
We often see bold training recommendations for female athletes, but is the science there yet? In this blog, we ask the question: Do we actually have enough evidence to tailor training to menstrual-cycle phases? Start reading now: https://t.co/XCXO1GG9TI
The San Diego Crew Classic will introduce a Beach Sprints demonstration on Friday, March 27, featuring a hands‑on workshop and an exhibition race. The event showcases the newest Olympic rowing discipline, set to debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Organizers...
This week's short is at the pool 1⃣Technique 2⃣Understanding Core Pace 3⃣Not Blasting Ourselves Silly https://t.co/09SdccBJEN
What exactly is sodium and why is it important? This blog explains sodium’s key roles in fluid balance, blood pressure regulation, and muscle contraction, and how the body tightly controls sodium levels. Click here: https://t.co/cstZeQc1rd https://t.co/mMtP5PyHd9
The Knecht Cup Regatta returns to Camden, New Jersey’s Cooper River on April 11‑12, expanding its program to include para‑rowing and newly named trophies. Last year’s event attracted more than 650 crews, making it the world’s second‑largest college regatta. Boston...
Ross Enamait reflects on a decade‑long fitness philosophy that prioritizes preserving existing strength rather than chasing new records. He emphasizes a daily mindset of “not losing ground,” using consistent movement to blunt age‑related decline. The post argues that ego‑free training...
A German spectator lent his Asics shoe to a stranded runner at the Berlin Marathon, a moment captured on video that quickly went viral. The footage attracted Asics’ attention, prompting the company to invite both men and the spectator’s wife...
The piece challenges the myth of fixed learning styles, noting that scientific reviews find no support, yet rowers still benefit from auditory, visual, and kinesthetic cues. Effective coaches blend these modalities, using video, hands‑on drills, and clear verbal feedback to...
American‑based Kenyan middle‑distance runner Festus Laget has lodged an emergency appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport to overturn a provisional suspension imposed by the Anti‑Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) for alleged whereabouts failures. The suspension threatens his participation...
Backpacker magazine outlines a six‑move squat routine designed to boost hikers’ strength, stability, and power. The program combines heavy back squats, side squats, Bulgarian split squats, curtsy squats, and plyometric finishers to mimic the load of a packed backpack. Physical...
Choosing the right hiking backpack hinges on two measurements: torso length for fit and volume capacity for gear. The article breaks down size recommendations by hike type, from 15‑25 L daypacks for short outings to 50‑65 L packs for weekend backpacking, and...
Breakthrough Swimming is today's topic on Endurance Essentials The key thing I want to highlight is the need to shift total energy, not additional intensity, towards your swim program In the short-term requires you to back off with your other sports Big picture:...
It reaalllyyyyy sucks to get injured when you’re lifting. Because you’re trying to take care of your body, so it can feel like your body is revolting or not cooperating. And when it’s already challenging to show up, an injury or tweak...
Trail Runner Nation’s episode 771 features elite ultrarunner and therapist Darcy Piceu discussing how athletes can sustain performance into later years. Drawing on over two decades of elite competition, Piceu emphasizes self‑care, strength work, and adaptive training rather than quick...
Thoughts on OOFOS sandals? I have a lot of sandals but the more I talk to runners, the more they swear by them
Just answered a question about 400-800 training. Generally speaking, the 800 is a hybrid race where fast XC runners are elite 800 runners. The 400 is a sprint where the fastest sprinters are the fastest 400 runners. (200 PR x2...
Canadian pro Maggie Coles‑Lyster underwent iliac artery endofibrosis surgery last fall and returned to competition within three months. After a painful flight to Australia, she trusted her rehab and mental preparation to win the Santos Tour Down Under Women’s Classic....
NEW webinar on Continuous Glucose Monitoring in sport. Register for the webinar and learn about this fascinating technology. https://t.co/w7k7zUSoOY https://t.co/JqfK90gkGN
Tony Gracia, a StrongFirst senior instructor, suffered a mysterious right‑arm weakness that sidelined his weighted chin‑up routine. After extensive medical testing, he focused on neck‑related rehab, paused all high‑intensity lifts for three months, and then employed a step‑loading protocol to...
Carson Foster posted a 2:11.62 finish in the 200‑meter breaststroke at the USA Swimming Pro Series stop in Westmont, Illinois, earning fourth place behind teammate Leon Marchand. The swim marked a personal best by nearly three seconds, improving on his...
RFK/MAHA: dunkin donuts is the enemy... Also RFK/MAHA: still no mandatory daily physical education requirement in public schools... https://t.co/DxhEGNvCs0
The article argues that modern indoor lifestyles and constant connectivity disrupt our innate circadian rhythm, leading to heightened stress and poorer sleep. It contrasts city living—characterized by artificial light and fragmented rest—with a rural lifestyle that embraces daylight, physical activity,...
We don’t talk about the disappearance of the bent over row enough. 5 x 5 lunchtime today. https://t.co/SwES1NaMQh
Join the webinar and walk away with a clearer understanding and a no-nonsense decision tree to guide when to use sodium, how to dose it, and when not to bother. Secure your spot: https://t.co/qvjELFGgfZ https://t.co/R3SCs3n4vx
Oura announced the acquisition of Doublepoint, a Helsinki‑based AI gesture‑recognition startup, to embed natural, biometric interactions into its wearable platform. The deal brings Doublepoint’s four founders and AI architects into Oura’s R&D, reinforcing a roadmap that blends voice and gesture...
Matt Mills, a veteran strongman coach, released a 16‑week Beginner Strongman Program aimed at newcomers and first‑time competitors. The plan features basic barbell lifts, event‑specific drills, and accessory work, with a mid‑program deload and optional post‑program deload for recovery. Progression...
In episode 382 of #AskMikeReinold, the panel debates Mike Boyle’s claim that adult clients should not perform sets with fewer than five repetitions. Coaches Diwesh Poudyal, Dave Tilley, Dan Pope, and Kevin Coughlin largely agree that low‑rep, maximal loading is unnecessary...
