Does Stretching Make Sense?

Does Stretching Make Sense?

Hardly any topic in the world of sports is as misunderstood as stretching. For decades it has been considered a must: stretch briefly before training, again afterward—and your body will thank you. But how much of that is actually supported by evidence? Over the past...
VO2max: The Key to Performance and Longevity

VO2max: The Key to Performance and Longevity

The Right Balance of Volume and Intensity for  Performance, Fitness and Long-Term Health There is one single physiological measure that tells you more about your endurance performance, your health, and even your life expectancy than almost any other: maximal oxygen...
Lactate Is Not the Enemy

Lactate Is Not the Enemy

How lactate and smart intensity distribution generate real endurance For many years, lactate was seen as the enemy of endurance performance. It was blamed for muscle burn, fatigue, and the point where an athlete simply had to slow down. Modern exercise physiology has...
Relaxed and Efficient Swimming

Relaxed and Efficient Swimming

Swim Technique: The Fundamentals that Move you Forward in an Efficient and Relaxed Way When people think about swimming faster, they often imagine stronger arms, harder kicking, or brutal interval sessions. In reality, speed and endurance in the water come far more...