Monthly Archives: January 2012
Peak Performance Driving – Lessons from Elite Race Car Drivers
[I know that this blog is supposed to be about running. I also cover the mental game of running and racing. But, as a mental game coach I actually work with many sports/athletes - tennis, golf, bowling, baseball, football, basketball, … Continue reading
Posted in focus
Tagged focus, Head Case, Mental Game, Mindset, Peak Performance, The Critic
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Muscle Cramps, Dehydration and Running
In the past I have addressed side-cramps or “side stitches” in runners. The bottom-line on stitches: There are as many possible causes as cures. No single approach remedies all stitches for all runners. The topic I will address this time … Continue reading
Posted in Cramps, Muscle Cramps, Running
Tagged Cramps, Hydration, Muscle Cramps, Running, Science & Running
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Living Low – Racing High
I’m from Phoenix where the elevation is about 1000 ft above sea level. In July I’m running a race where the elevation will be from 7000-9600 ft. How can I train for the altitude when I live in Phoenix? How can I train … Continue reading
Posted in Running, Training Effectiveness
Tagged Altitude Training, Hill Training, Running, Training Effectiveness
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Dealing with Defeat & Disappointment
As athletes we are goal oriented. Personal Records. Paces. Times. Places. Finishes. We certainly love the benefits of being in shape or being able to do what others only talk about. We enjoy the look on their faces as we … Continue reading
Focusing = Performance and Happiness
I read awhile back that a Harvard study revealed that when people are focused they are happier. This is actually an interesting yet not surprising finding. And it relates to one of the fundamental principles of mental game training for … Continue reading
Teens and Marathons – Do They Mix?
I was wondering if it is safe for a healthy, athletic 14-year-old to participate in a full-marathon. He has a training program that he has researched and plans to follow. He currently is on a club swim team and rides … Continue reading
Posted in Running, Youth Running
Tagged Racing, Running, Science & Running, Youth Running
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Running is Play
As adults we forget things. Things that are important. We grow up and tend to see everything as work. We work hard at our careers. We work at relationships. We work hard in our training. All of this in the … Continue reading
