Today's Fitness Pulse
High‑Dose Antioxidants May Undermine Exercise Gains in Older Adults
A recent review finds that supraphysiologic doses of vitamin C and E combined with collagen suppress muscle growth, bone density improvements, and neuroprotective adaptations in seniors. In trials, participants taking high‑dose antioxidants saw lean‑mass gains of only 1.4 % versus 3.9 % in placebo groups.
HYROX Surges as Top Fitness Sport; Trainer Shares Sandbag Lunge Hack
HYROX has become the fastest‑growing fitness sport since 2024, eclipsing CrossFit in participation worldwide. Trainer Ayo Falae of RISE Fitness unveiled a sandbag‑lunge strategy that reduces fatigue in the event’s penultimate station, offering athletes a cleaner, more efficient movement.
Weightlifting Record‑holder Agata Herbert to Host Exclusive Glasgow Masterclass
Agata Herbert, multiple Scottish record‑holder, is set to run a one‑off masterclass at Black Stag Community Fitness in Glasgow on Saturday, May 23. The session, limited to 50 participants, will teach the snatch and clean‑and‑jerk as athletes gear up for the...
Subjective Feelings Outrank Wearable Data for Workout Readiness
And... The top 4 predictors of workout readiness in my athlete database aren’t the fancy metrics. They’re the simple subjective ones. 1/ Mood 2/ Stress 3/ Soreness 4/ Fatigue Only then do the objective metrics show up: 5/ Resting HR 6/ HRV 7/ TSB 8/ CTL The athlete’s perception of their body...
20‑Minute FTP Test: Simple, Reliable, Needs Updating
The 20 minute test might be the best known effort to estimate your FTP. Sure many hate it for the pain you have to sustain, but the 20 minute test experienced decent investigation. Turns out it’s a simple, yet reliable...
John Cena Reveals Five Health Habits to Sustain Long‑Term Fitness
Retired wrestling icon John Cena, 49, detailed five health habits that shift his training from ego‑lifting to longevity in a recent Economic Times interview. The habit checklist emphasizes mobility, balanced strength work, and listening to the body, providing a concrete...
World Triathlon’s CRoC Program Reaches 1,000 Coaches, Expands Global Coaching Standards
World Triathlon reported that more than 1,000 coaches worldwide completed its Certificate Revalidation of Coaches (CRoC) program in 2026, marking the ninth year of the initiative. While participation is growing, only about half of all certified coaches since 2014 remain...
Winning Athletes Thrive on Nutrition, Recovery, and Skill Mastery
Habits that separate athletes who succeed vs. struggle: ✔️2 breakfasts ✔️Pre-workout carbs ✔️Learn a new skill ✔️Rest and recovery days ✔️More time offline + reading ✔️Working on skill development ✔️Post-workout carb + protein ✔️>7-9 hours of sleep per night ✔️20 oz H20 every 2-3 hours ✔️Limits fast food, candy, soda...
Lactate Delivery Vehicles Transform Exercise and Medical Therapies
Really excited to share this paper from my dear colleague and mentor George Brooks on the vehicles to deliver lactate therapeutically in exercise and medicine. https://t.co/YapDzog1WH
Pogačar Starts Altitude Camp in Sierra Nevada Ahead of Tour De France
UAE Team Emirates-XRG leader Tadej Pogačar has arrived in Spain’s Sierra Nevada for an altitude training camp, the first phase of his build‑up to the Tour de France. The camp follows a successful Classics season and a dominant win in...
Part 3: The Art and Science of Peaking
In this third installment of their "Peaking" series, coaches Steve Magnus and John Marcus dissect the elusive concept of peaking, arguing that it’s less about a magical performance boost and more about eradicating fatigue while preserving fitness. They emphasize the...
Brazilian Pro Bodybuilder Rafael Brandão Announces Multi‑Month Career Break
Brazilian Open‑category star Rafael Brandão announced a hiatus lasting several months to prioritize recovery and mental well‑being. The break follows a disappointing sixth‑place finish at the Pittsburgh Pro and comes after a season of mixed results.
Kami Rita Sherpa’s 32nd Everest Summit Highlights Extreme Endurance Training
Veteran climber Kami Rita Sherpa summited Mount Everest at 10:12 a.m. on May 17, 2026, marking his 32nd ascent and a new world record. The feat spotlights Nepal’s dominance in high‑altitude mountaineering and offers fresh data on extreme endurance, acclimatization and strength...
Somerset Couple Leaves Jobs for 20,500‑Mile, Two‑Year Charity Cycle
Jonas Pollard and Margaux Dumas of Bath, Somerset, have quit their jobs to embark on a two‑year, 20,500‑mile cycling trek from Alaska to Argentina. The duo aims to raise £33,000 (about $42,000) for World Bicycle Relief and the Sue Ryder charity,...
Effects of Different Menthol Administration Routes on Endurance Performance and Physiological Responses in the Heat: A Network Meta-Analysis
A network meta‑analysis of 15 randomized trials compared three menthol delivery methods—ingestion, mouth rinsing, and topical application—on performance and physiological responses in hot conditions (≥25 °C). Ingestion showed the highest probability of enhancing endurance (SUCRA = 76.1%), while mouth rinsing ranked best for...
What 5 Minutes in Ice Water Does to Your Brain
Andrew Cotton and breathwork coach Blakey led Red Bull athletes through a two‑day cold‑water immersion in a 4 °C Austrian lake, testing whether participants could stay five minutes under the ice. The protocol combined systematic desensitization with paced breathing, aiming to...
Kirin Chacchia Sets SMU 400m Hurdles Record at ACC Championships
SMU senior Kirin Chacchia ran a 57.75‑second personal best to set a new school record in the 400m hurdles on the final day of the ACC Outdoor Championships. The performance helped the Mustangs finish 14th overall and underscored a surge...
Preserve Top-End Power to Sustain Training Gains
Topic of the day on the #MADcrew forum: The relationship between "top-end" power and training response. One of the biggest red flags in endurance development? When the athlete loses too much “top-end reserve” too early, training response often starts to flatten. The anaerobic...
Study Finds Your Favorite Workout Music Can Boost Endurance by 20%
A University of Jyväskylä study found that listening to self‑selected workout music boosts endurance by roughly 20% during high‑intensity cycling. The experiment involved 29 active adults who completed two identical tests—one in silence and one with their favorite tracks, typically...
All About Tapering for Century Rides and Other Distances
Tapering—gradually cutting training volume while preserving intensity—helps cyclists peak for century rides and other long events. Experts like Elizabeth Waterstraat and Jennifer Sharp explain that a 10‑day to three‑week taper supports red‑blood‑cell production, better sleep, and fresher muscles without sacrificing...
This Quick Test Reveals If Weak Calves Are Holding You Back From Faster Speeds
Runners can gauge calf strength with a five‑minute single‑leg heel‑raise test. Physical therapist Carla Foster and coach Donovan Stewart recommend 25‑30 reps as the benchmark for adequate lower‑body efficiency. Falling short signals the need for targeted calf and ancillary foot,...
83-Year-Old Personal Trainer Shares Fitness Advice for Seniors and His Workout Routine for Longevity
Harry King, an 83‑year‑old personal trainer at Planet Fitness, showcases how consistent resistance training can extend healthspan well into the 80s. His weekly split—upper‑body, lower‑body, core, plus optional cardio—focuses on moderate volume and functional movements. King stresses planning, logging progress,...
Eddie Nketia Posts Eye‑catching 100 M Sprint in U.S. Meet
Australian sprinter Eddie Nketia delivered an eye‑catching 100 m performance in the United States on May 18, 2026, drawing attention from coaches and sports scientists. The run underscores how international competition can feed new insights into speed training and biomechanics for...
Ashwagandha Boosts Endurance, Recovery, Strength, and Hypertrophy
Ashwagandha for athletic performance and recovery 🤔 This new review outlined the current evidence on ashwagandha supplementation for various performance and recovery outcomes 🔍 Here are the primary findings ⬇️ Doses of 330 - 1000 mg daily have been shown to… 🫁 Increase endurance 🔋...
This Nutrient Improved Bone & Inflammation Markers In Female Runners
A pilot study in Frontiers in Nutrition examined daily 20 g collagen peptide supplementation in 22 premenopausal female endurance runners who log at least 35 miles per week. Over four weeks, the collagen group showed a 5.1% rise in the bone‑formation...
One‑Minute Daily High‑Intensity Move Boosts Bone Density, Study Finds
A large‑scale analysis of more than 2,500 women reveals that just one minute of high‑intensity, weight‑bearing movement per day can improve bone density. The finding offers a low‑time‑commitment option for reducing osteoporosis risk, especially among older women.
Avoid Rear‑Leg Overload: Keep 85/15 Front‑Leg Balance
This escalator technique going around is inadvertently making people’s Bulgarians less effective because they’re loading up the back leg. Think 85% loading on the front leg and 15% on the rear leg. If your butt drifts close to the rear...
Master the Hinge: From Anatomy to Training
Hinge Mastery Course, Covers everything from the history and anatomy of the hinge as a fundamental human movement pattern to how we apply it in training and for what purposes. https://t.co/k1ko1E3UCj
Alia Bhatt Reveals Five Cannes‑Ready Fitness Routines Focused on Functional Strength
Alia Bhatt disclosed five core fitness routines she followed to prepare for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, emphasizing functional strength, posture work, and recovery. The star’s trainer Karan Sawhney and The Tribe India released behind‑the‑scenes footage, offering fans concrete workout...
Indian Army Runner Sawan Barwal Shatters 48‑Year‑Old Marathon Record
Sawan Barwal, an Army runner from Himachal Pradesh, broke India's 48‑year‑old national marathon record earlier this year. His mountain upbringing, limited early facilities and family backing underscore a new model for endurance training in the country.
Penn Study Finds Brain Cells Drive Exercise‑Induced Strength Gains
University of Pennsylvania scientists led by J. Nicholas Betley showed that ventromedial hypothalamus SF1 neurons stay active for up to an hour after exercise and are required for mice to gain endurance. Blocking these cells after a workout halted performance...
John Cena Said He's Training to Lift Weights Into His 80s and Beyond. Here Are 3 Longevity Lessons From the...
Retired WWE legend John Cena, now 49, is re‑engineering his fitness regimen to stay active into his 80s. He emphasizes mobility work, regular rest days, and a balanced mix of cardio and strength training, moving away from the heavy‑lifting grind...
Heat Training Booms in Cycling, but Experts Urge Proper Protocols
Heat training has become a must‑have protocol for WorldTour teams, with CORE sensors now standard on many riders. Yet scientists caution that improper hydration and misunderstood practices could limit the method’s benefits.
A Little Bit of Science Behind Your Endurance
Endurance athletes often overlook that the aerobic system powers most of their performance, not just short, high‑intensity efforts. While anaerobic pathways deliver quick bursts, they are limited to seconds or minutes and cannot sustain long‑duration activity. A well‑developed aerobic base...
Overactive Muscle mTORC1 Blunts Endurance Gains
Hyperactive Muscle mTORC1 Attenuates Functional Adaptations to Endurance Training Despite Alterations in Mitochondrial and Lipid Profiles "hyperactive mTORC1 in muscle may attenuate functional adaptations to endurance exercise training, despite increasing mitochondrial respiration and alterations in lipid metabolism." https://t.co/JxZjWmoIle
Ironman Jacksonville 2026 Draws Over 1,500 Athletes, Deploys 500+ Officers for Safety
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office will field more than 500 officers to protect over 1,500 Ironman Jacksonville participants on May 16, 2026. The event spans a 2.4‑mile swim, 112‑mile bike ride and 26.2‑mile run, prompting extensive traffic and waterway closures. Organizers...
Target Glute Max as Hip External Rotator in Gym
Love this variation from bostonbarbellofficial ! I love working the glute max as a hip external rotator. You see it worked this way in sports all the time but in the weight room it’s harder to carry out.
Rachel Entrekin Shatters 407‑km Ultramarathon Record, Becomes Fastest Woman Ever
American ultramarathoner Rachel Entrekin completed a 407‑kilometre run in a time that makes her the fastest woman ever at the distance, surpassing all previous male performances. The achievement spotlights the evolving science of extreme‑endurance training, nutrition and recovery.
Runners World Unveils Autumn Marathon Guide: Four Stages to Peak Performance
Runners World has published an autumn marathon training guide that breaks the preparation into four distinct stages, urging runners to start early and adopt a holistic routine. The roadmap is designed to keep athletes motivated while building mileage, strength, nutrition,...
World Triathlon's CRoC Program Engages Over 1,000 Coaches Globally
World Triathlon launched the ninth year of its Coach Revalidation and Credentialing (CRoC) programme, with more than 1,000 coaches worldwide completing the process. The initiative aims to keep coaches current with evolving sport demands while highlighting regional participation patterns and...
Olympic Bronze Medalist Molly Seidel Leaves Marathon for Ultra‑Trail Racing
Molly Seidel, the 2021 Olympic marathon bronze medalist, announced she is stepping away from competitive road marathons to concentrate on ultra‑trail racing. After injuries and mental‑health challenges, she has already logged three ultra races in 2026 and secured an entry...
Combat Power Requires Integrated Stability, Not Just Strength
Combat performance is not built through isolated strength alone. The body must stabilize, reorganize, and transfer force efficiently while moving through asymmetrical positions under fatigue. GET H.I.T. Strength & Conditioning - Engineering the Combat Athlete: The Science Behind the Fight
Teen Marathon Death Reignites Debate Over Youth Long‑Distance Running Risks
A 15‑year‑old girl died after collapsing near the finish of the Leiden half marathon in the Netherlands, reviving a global debate on age limits and mileage for youth runners. Experts cite rising participation, existing age‑based guidelines, and the hidden dangers...
A Strength Coach Says Every Man over 50 Should Be Able to Do These Six Moves
Strength coach David Getz outlines six functional strength benchmarks that every man over 50 should master, including a deadlift at 1.5 times bodyweight and 20 consecutive push‑ups. The targets focus on real‑world tasks such as lifting, carrying, and reaching, aiming to...
ALYZE to Open Utah’s First All‑In‑One Performance Center
ALYZE announced it will open Utah’s first all‑in‑one performance center that combines a gym, medical clinic, laboratory testing and recovery services in a single location. The integrated model aims to streamline training, health monitoring and injury prevention for athletes and...
Study Finds 8,500 Daily Steps Best for Keeping Weight Off
Researchers presented a meta‑analysis of 18 trials involving 3,758 adults at the European Congress on Obesity, concluding that walking roughly 8,500 steps daily is the optimal threshold for maintaining weight loss. The finding could reshape activity guidelines for millions seeking...
This Simple Strength-Training Tool Builds Power and Stamina Without Lifting a Single Weight
Personal trainer and former Navy SEAL‑inspired TRX Suspension Straps are being championed as a weight‑free strength tool for cyclists. The adjustable nylon system supports bodyweight moves—from atomic push‑ups to single‑leg squats—while delivering core stability, mobility, and leg power. Its compact,...
Design Creative Workouts That Trigger Desired Adaptations
I put together a free guide: How to Design Better Workouts. Filled with insights on writing creative workouts that get the right stimulus for the desired adaptation. A few excerpts: https://thegrowtheq.ck.page/c51b8637db
Struggling to Keep Easy Runs Easy? Here’s the Tool That Can Keep You Going at the Right Intensity
Keeping easy runs truly easy is essential for recovery and aerobic development, yet many runners struggle to stay in heart‑rate zone 2. The article recommends using a treadmill’s set‑it‑and‑forget‑it environment to lock in a steady pace without constant monitoring. Elite marathoner...
The Offseason Blueprint Behind Cooper DeJean’s Breakout All-Pro Season
Cooper DeJean’s sophomore season with the Philadelphia Eagles turned into an All‑Pro breakout, highlighted by 93 tackles, two interceptions and 13 pass break‑ups. Partnering with Optimum Nutrition, he built an offseason routine that blends strength, speed, mobility and targeted supplementation....
Strengthen Small Joints to Extend Big Lifts Longevity
The big stuff: e.g., regularly doing compound (multi joint) exercises with progressive overload, moderate pace and high intensity interval training etc are made possible for decades longer if you also do the small stuff: keep your lower back, knees, rotator...