Dr. John Berardi discusses the pros and cons of using caffeine in an active diet.  

Inspirational Doesn’t Begin to Cut it! Sports Illustrated Kid of The Year 2012  

From Competitor.com In this video we introduce you to an exercise known as the Pull Through. This is a great lower body exercise that will help increase leg strength and back strength.

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS SHORELINE [...]

Great Father/Son story for Father’s Day…  

Found on RunnersWorld 1. Slow your pace. You’ll save energy for those bonus miles by slowing your pace. You should feel comfortable and able to carry on a conversation. A good rule of thumb: Add 90 seconds to two minutes per mile to your normal pace. 2. Add miles gradually. To keep injuries and burnout at bay, [...]

From RunnersPulse

Should Kids Run Long? Can too many miles ruin young runners? By Jonathan Beverly for RunnersWorld Mark Hadley has heard it all. The father of junior high phenom Alana, who ran 40–50 miles per week as a 12-year-old and is now up to 70 –75 per week as a 14-year-old, has been told that she’ll damage her joints, [...]

How to Choose a Wetsuit By Shaun Guest and Jené Shaw and seen on Triathlete.com We enlisted the expertise of Patrick Baum, customer service specialist for TriSports.com, to demystify the wetsuit selection process and map out the basic steps you should take to zero in on the just- right suit for you. Assess the athlete’s [...]

Dynamic running warm up…  

Beat the Heat By: Performance Bicycle Date: 6/1/12 They’re called the dog days of summer, those blistering afternoons in July and August when the summer sun beats down unmercifully. And while summer is often the perfect time to get out on your bike, riding when the thermometer is pegged in the red can also be [...]

An open-water swim in a triathlon is substantially different from swimming in a pool. To alleviate stress, it’s important that you arrive on race day healthy, fit and prepared. Here’s a top-10

Sometimes you need a little motivation to get running…

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The Real Reasons Tri-Guys Shave for Triathlon A lighthearted look at why guys shave for triathlon Hazen Kent – Tri-Newbies Online For years I have heard a variety of reasons why male triathletes shave their body hair and primarily their legs and I guess to some extent, they all have their place in the annals [...]

Written by Frederick Dreier, Special for USA TODAY Sports Nanette Nanjo-Jones and Margaret Pometta were inseparable after they discovered the sport of triathlon in 2008. They trained together on hilly roads in San Mateo County, and at races they decorated their bicycles with colored flags and wore matching pink boas. Before each event, the two always [...]

Seen on EasyReaderNews and written by Rachel Reeves Local man dies during Redondo Beach Triathlon A South Bay resident died Sunday after completing the swim portion of the Redondo Beach Triathlon. On-duty lifeguards administered CPR to the man, then called in paramedics, who transported him from the beach near the Redondo Pier to Little Company [...]

Seen on LiveStrong.com and written by Amy Hunter Running is an effective tool for weight loss. Not only does running burn calories, it also strengthens your muscles, boosts your mood and reduces the incidence of weight-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Any time your feet hit the pavement, you are burning calories, [...]

Are you eating these foods and drinking these drinks? Seen on Competitor.com and Written by: Matt Fitzgerald Runners need a lot of carbohydrate. Why? Because your muscles are fueled primarily on carbohydrate when you run hard. Thus, sports nutrition experts generally recommend that runners get approximately 60 percent of their daily calories from carbohydrate. But [...]

Seen on Competitor.com and written by Nate Helming Pushups are a key indicator of a runner’s strength level. In this follow-up article, we get to the second part of our question. If we now know what it means to be strong as a runner, how do we know if we are strong enough? In this [...]

Found on Competitor.com and written by MATT FITZGERALD Everyone knows it’s important to be lean if you want to run fast. But how important is it? A couple years ago, Swiss exercise scientists focused their attention on 42 recreational female runners who participated in a half marathon. They quizzed the runners on their training habits [...]

Video: From Coach Troy on the Benefits of a Brick Workout for Triathletes.

Video: Core Workout For Runners

VIDEO: Triathlon Bike Tips

Found on RunnersWorld
 Running requires a mindful approach to food, since everything we drink 
and eat has a direct impact on our performance and even our enjoy- 
ment of the sport: It’s hard to love being a runner when you’re bonking. 
So we compiled the best advice on how to fuel your runs—including 
the finest [...]

Video of the San Diego Rock n Roll Marathon.

Here is an inspirational journey of Biggest Loser Matt Hoover as he tries to finish the Kona Triathlon.

Fueling Tips for Long-Distance Triathlons Written by By Jess Kolko and published on USATriathlon Having spent the last six months of your life training for your Ironman or other long-distance event, you have also spent countless hours eating and drinking during workouts, and many more hours fueling for recovery. Let’s face it—eating is just as much [...]

Weight-Loss FAQs Answered Written by Liz Applegate, Ph.D.; and seen on RUNNERS WORLD What’s the best way to break through a weight-loss plateau? Since you’re not burning more calories than you consume—hence no weight loss—tweak your routine. Up the protein at each meal (especially breakfast) to 25 grams—this curbs appetite and may boost calorie burning. Eat [...]

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS BREATH [...]

Tips from Chris “Macca” McCormack   Key Points: 0:23 – Psyching yourself out 0:25 – Allot of people are scared of the water 0:45 – I’ve never met anyone who’s regretted doing their first Triathlon 0:55 – Make it happen 1:18 – We’re all land animals 1:25 – Enjoy the day! Have fun. I think [...]

Seen on Competitor.com and written by Matt Fitzgerald You aren’t still putting yourself through a depletion phase, are you? The practice of carbo-loading dates back to the late 1960s. The first carbo-loading protocol was developed by a Swedish physiologist named Gunvar Ahlborg after he discovered a positive relationship between the amount of glycogen (carbs stored [...]

  SHORELINE HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K Start and Finish at Ventura Promenade park along the beautiful Ocean front boardwalk at Ventura Beach. Runners will enjoy the two loop ocean front course that winds along the Ventura Ocean front boardwalk and up along the gentle sloping Visa Del Mar ridge with incredible views that make every [...]

Trail Running 101 at Peak Performance by Blaine Moore  Last night, Ian Parlin and Jamie Anderson spoke for an hour or so at Peak Performance Sports about trail running, providing an introduction to the local trail options and a primer for those who are first making the migration to trails from the roads. They described the popularity of the sport [...]

Found on RunnersWorld and written by Michelle Hamilton If you use a foam roller only to rehab injured muscles, you’re not getting the most out of it. A roller—which looks like a firm log—can be a valuable part of a healthy runner’s warmup and cooldown routine, says Michael Clark, Ph.D., a physical therapist and CEO of [...]

Seen on Mens Health There are a ton of great proteins available. And if you ask 10 different people what the BEST source of protein is, you’ll likely get 10 different answers.  But before we talk about the BEST protein sources, why does it even matter? The data continue to mound for the benefits of [...]

The Pros And Cons To Caffeine-Infused Training And Racing Found on Triathlete.com and  Written by Tim Mickleborough What’s the deal with caffeine? Does it truly improve race times and help with training? If it does improve performance can we dose up on caffeine and not have any worries about getting caught? Is it a banned substance? Are [...]

How to Eat During Long Runs If you’re new to midrun fueling, try a bunch of brands and types of fuel to find what works for you. By Pamela Nisevich Bede, M.S., R.D.; and seen on RunnersWorld I’ve run two half-marathons, and now I’m training for my first full marathon. I log a long run—anywhere from [...]

Here’s a trailer for the Spirit of the Marathon II

Found on ESPN and written by By Lyndsay Meyer Race day has come and gone, and the awesome feeling of accomplishment has … gone with it. Instead of feeling proud and successful, you’re left feeling depressed and lethargic. You’re suffering from postrace letdown, a common malady among athletes after the culmination of months of work. PRLD [...]

Found on RunAddicts and written by Kristin Gustafson Every beginner or injured runner heading back to the roads to pound the pavement worries about those dreaded injuries that can occur.  With smart training, avoiding an injury is not impossible. Keep these tips in mind next time you start ramping up your mileage! Too Much Too Soon [...]

Found on ThoughtCatelog and written by Kovie Biakolo 17 THINGS RUNNING TEACHES YOU ABOUT LIFE 1. To be good at anything, you have to put in the time and effort no matter how talented you are. 2. Your abilities and someone else’s abilities are not the same. Do the best that YOU can do. 3. If [...]

6 Weight Loss Myths Busted Seen on RunnersWorld and written by Nicole Falcone After weeks of holiday indulgences, many runners are ready to start the New Year on a healthier foot, and often that means shedding pounds. But even the most health-savvy runners can get caught up in diet myths that sabotage their goals. “Weight loss [...]

Seen on Competitor.com and written by Matt Fitzgerald Cycling, swimming and strength training are just a few ways for runners to improve their fitness. As recently as 15 years ago, few elite runners did much in the way of cross-training, which I like to define broadly to include all forms of resistance training, stretching, and [...]

What Are You Drinking? A little beer or wine won’t hurt your running (phew)–as long as you’re smart about it Seen on Runners World and written by Kristen Wolfe Bieler There are few sights more peculiar than a parade of 8,000 costumed marathoners sipping wine as they run 26.2 miles. But that’s exactly what happens [...]

This was found on Facebook and we are unsure of the author.  But it’s a well written story that we thought you’d enjoy. We’re all running together. I do it with you. Around mile six, a little boy ran past me. “No more hurting people” was handwritten in black marker across the back of his [...]

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS PASADENA [...]

SPECIAL SAVINGS for the RaceGrader community!! Take 30% OFF the Camarillo Duathlon by using the code “RaceGrader30“.  Act quickly to take advantage of this offer.  This sale is only good for the first 100 people to register. Two great distances offered for the Camarillo Duathlon Series. Sprint: 1.5 mi run/11.6 mile bike/1.5mi run Olympic: 3 [...]

What every triathlete should know about lactate, calories, and gait, from the Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Institute. As seen on Ironman.com and written By Jennifer Ward-Barber   Here are the three most important tests Gandler recommends for new and aspiring IRONMAN athletes: Lactate testing This basic test determines the exercise intensity at which lactic acid [...]

This was written by By Liz Hichens and seen on Competitor.com World Triathlon Corporation CEO Andrew Messick offers new insight into today’s announcement of select changes to the Ironman swim leg, addresses the concerns of athletes and explains why he isn’t afraid to break with tradition. Since Andrew Messick accepted the position of the CEO [...]

Five prerace nutrition mistakes—and how to keep them from ruining your big day. By Kelly Bastone  As seen on RunnersWorld.com If you’re like many runners, you’ve spent the last few months training for a big race. And as your 5-K, half-marathon, or marathon approaches, you’re probably taking extra care with what you eat and drink. [...]

Video on kicking drills for the triathlon swim.  

  The SUMMER PIER TO PIER RUN is having a Mother’s Day Sale!  The RaceGrader community can use the code “MOTHERSDAY” to take 15% OFF registration.  Sale ends Sunday at Midnight. “From Hermosa Beach Pier To Manhattan Beach Pier And Back In The Sand” Come join all the enthusiastic participants as they run/walk from HERMOSA BEACH [...]

As seen on Ironman.com IRONMAN pilots alternative swim starts and other enhancements to swim courses at select North America events. In an effort to improve athlete satisfaction and reduce athlete anxiety during the swim portion of the race, IRONMAN will test different swim race starts and other course enhancements in 2013. “IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 [...]

As seen on RunningMetronome.org With the spring season finally here, there’s never been a better time to begin or continue running. Whether you are in the market for something to help you track your progress or want to take your running to the next level, a running watch is the prefect training tool to help [...]

As seen on Triathlon.Competitor.com Ironman today announced that, starting in 2014, the Ironman 70.3 World Championship 70.3 triathlon will rotate globally among different regions on an annual basis. Details, like where the 2014 Ironman 70.3 World Championship will take place, have not been released at this time. See the announcement from Ironman below: “Having the [...]

As seen on HamptonHalf.com In GPS We Trust: Runner threatens law suit over course measurement disagreement. (True Story) Picture yourself running your best half marathon ever, at least according to your GPS you are. You can hear the crowds welcoming now, and you are dreaming of a personal best at just under 1 hour and [...]

  RaceGrader is inviting you out to our FREE group trail run on June 2nd.  The run will take place at El Morro in Newport Coast.  This group run is designed for ALL levels of runners.  It will be a great introduction for those new to trail running and a challenge to those looking to [...]

Written by Maggie O’Houlihan for Healthy Living Dehydration causes increased heart rate and limits the body’s ability to cool itself. To perform your best in a half-marathon, you will need to be properly hydrated. This starts days before the race. You will need to consume the right amount of fluids while avoiding alcohol and being sure not to [...]

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS ROCK [...]

Written for Ironman.com As the summer approaches, nutritionist Nancy Clark offers a hydration education in sweat, sodium and cramping. Hydration is a hot topic in the endurance and IRONMAN communities. But an issue that often goes ignored in the conversation is the problem of overhydration, which can be as dangerous to your health as underhydration. [...]

Who Is the Core American Runner? See how you compare to your comrades in sweat. By Scott Douglas; and written for RunnersWorld Image by PhotoRun Published April 24, 2013 Are you a 39-year-old woman who runs 20 miles a week, or a 43-year-old man who runs 25 miles a week? If so, you’re not alone. [...]

Written by GABE ZALDIVAR  for BleacherReport.com (POP CULTURE LEAD WRITER) ON APRIL 23, 2013 Every athlete has to let go of his or her career at some point in life, whether due to eroding talent, old age or injury. Collegiate track athlete Cameron Lyle is bringing his career to an end for a much greater purpose—to extend the [...]

9 Steps On How To Prepare For Race Day   From WikiHow Plan what you will eat for your race-day breakfast. Most major races are scheduled in the morning, but that doesn’t mean you can skip breakfast. Choose a light meal that includes bananas, an energy bar or bagel. Lay out your race-day clothing so [...]

Written by Dr. Mercola from Mercola Fitness When it comes to healthy habits, too much of a good thing can backfire, and that applies to exercise as well. While most people suffer from lack of exercise, once you get going, it can be addictive and some people do end up exercising too much — either by exercising [...]

From Huntington Post LONDON — They crossed the line in front of Buckingham Palace with black ribbons on their chests and the Boston Marathon victims on their minds. Six days after bombs exploded near the Boston finish line, the London Marathon sent out a powerful message of solidarity with the U.S. city and its victims [...]

Stuff your “non-running” friends may say…

Nice moment at the Boston Bruins game. It was the first home game after the bombing at the Boston Marathon.

As seen on KABC news. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KABC) — Orange County is planning a marathon of its own next month. What happened in Boston has raised new concerns about safety. Daniel Okabe, 27, has been training for the OC Marathon. He’s not hesitating despite what happened during the Boston Marathon Monday, a race he [...]

Race organisers of the London Marathon which involves around 36,000 runners, were quick to react on Monday night to the reports from Boston, immediately beginning a dialogue with the Met. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Nick Bitel, chief executive for the London Marathon, said: “We will not be cancelling, what we are doing, we [...]

The Mental & Cognitive Benefits of Running by Ashley Miller, Demand Media  posted on Healthy Living Everyone knows that intense aerobic exercises like running result in improved physical condition and well-being, help with weight  and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Running may also provide a number of mental and cognitive benefits. Many runners believe that the psychological [...]

Video of the explosion at the Boston Marathon. Posted by the Boston Globe.

Please note this is unedited video ….  

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS SAFARI [...]

Video fly over of the OC Marathon course.  Great preview of the course!  

Sorry…  It’s April Fools Day and we just couldn’t resist!!  

Found on LiveStrong.com Nov 23, 2011 | By Heather Topham Wood Although dieting is definitely a major part of losing weight, you can also lose weight through improving your fitness regimen. To lose weight through exercise, you must perform workouts that burn more calories than you are consuming. With exercise, you will not only lose weight but [...]

Winners have been announced for the March 15th drawing.  Racegrader.com provides the Southern California race community the opportunity to win FREE race entries every two weeks.   Our site also offers the best online race calendar, authentic reviews, and exclusive discount codes.  The next drawing will be on April 1st.  GO HERE FOR DETAILS!! WINNERS RIDICULOUS [...]

By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com Guide Are you a “Weekend Warrior” who does intense exercise, such as distance training, on the weekend, while doing little the rest of the week? Many people want to train for a half marathon or marathon walk or run/walk. But they are time-crunched and try to fit it all in on the [...]

From Triathlete.com  By Sarah Wassner Flynn Don’t let winter training take its toll on your body—4 things to do after every workout so you’re ready to take on your next tough effort. Rub It As if you needed another excuse to get a massage, here’s one more:  Experts say that rubbing down muscles after exercise [...]