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Off-season training and recovery – Pro triathlete Kaisa Sali’s advice

Pro triathlete Kaisa Sali emphasizes the importance of taking a break from training and racing. Here is how she slowly starts off-season training after complete rest and full recovery.

Race

Too psyched? Pro triathlete Tim Don talks about motivation in sports

Pro triathlete Tim Don knows a thing or two about motivation. Here he reveals how he uses performance metrics to limit himself and how he keeps training fresh after all these years as a pro.

December 11, 2018

Train

Stay fit when you’re on the move – The best travel workouts without equipment

Here’s how you can get a decent workout in when you’re traveling, even without weights, a lot of space or running shoes.

fitness

December 5, 2018

Train

A minimalist approach to goal setting for athletes – and how to achieve all your goals

Here are some practical tips to help you set sports goals you can actually achieve.

motivation

December 3, 2018

Recover

A 15-minute post-race recovery routine for runners

Set yourself up for success in future training and races with this simple post-race recovery routine the day after your race. The Run Experience advises us how to get the blood flowing and reintroduce motion in the joints!

Post-race Running

November 30, 2018

Train

Why you need to do more than strength training

Strength training is key in maintaining a healthy, functional body, but not enough on its own. Here’s why you should balance strength with space in the body.

fitness strength training

November 28, 2018

Train

The Fittest Woman On Earth Annie Thorisdottir: Dream big, do more!

Here’s how Annie Thorisdottir turned her dreams into reality with planning, goal setting and, of course, by taking action. Now she encourages all athletes to evolve their dreams.

fitness motivation

November 22, 2018

Recover

Should you be tracking your sleep?

Here’s what athletes need to understand about the importance of tracking sleep, according to Michael Breus, “The Sleep Doctor”.

health sleep

November 20, 2018

Race

Get to know professional triathlete Tim Don

Despite facing one of the most horrific accidents in triathlon history, professional triathlete Tim Don, 40, has returned in stride and has no plans of stopping anytime soon.

motivation Polar Athlete triathlon

November 15, 2018

Train

Running tips for beginners – 7 FAQs answered by a running coach

Running coach John Honerkamp sheds light on how to get started with running and which mistakes do you absolutely need to avoid?

Running

November 13, 2018

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