Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a dedicated gym-rat, stress is something that affects us all. It's important to acknowledge that stress is a natural part of life, but when left unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our health, performance,...

Congratulations! You've just completed an intense workout, pushing your body to its limits, and breaking through barriers. You're on your way to a stronger, healthier body. But, as an athlete, you know that work doesn't stop after the last rep...

D’OH!  AGH!  SH*T!  Ouch! Sound familiar? If it does, then there’s an extremely good chance you’re either a golfer, or you know one personally. If you happen to be a passive onlooker, you might assume that the steady stream of...

“Move. Listen. Never halt movement, as that could halt the heartbeat.” Michael Wirth, a rising young star in the backcountry skiing and ultrarunning world, is on the move. He just completed Colorado’s Elks Traverse, a 60-mile mountain run across seven...

When I started participating in Ironman races, I learned that a diet of pizza, wine, and donuts was not the best nutrition plan to fuel my body for a year of demanding training culminating in a grueling 140.6-mile race. So,...