Invited Blog Post On Preparing For An Ironman Swim

  Hi folks, I was pleased to be invited to write a blog post at the triathlon website, Chez Ollie, and Chez Ollie. Denis was great to work with, helping set up SEO and so forth. Thanks again, Denis! -k @FitOldDog   ... Read more

Advice For Triathlete Dionne On Persistent ITBS?

See my more recent thoughts, on ITBS, at this link! Hi folks, A friend of mine, Dionne, is continuing to suffer real problems with symptoms of ileo-tibial band syndrome (ITBS). I know that endurance sports come with these kinds of problems and that we have to learn to work through them somehow. Having undergone two knee surgeries, and a bunch of physiotherapy, for generally self-induced training injuries I ... Read more

If You Don’t Move To The Music Try Continuum To Improve Your Sport

  Hi folks, I hate to say it, but we are all highly conditioned by our childhoods until we escape and let it go, and finally take responsibility for our lives. A slap or a compliment makes all the difference between poor self-esteem and happy dancing. I spent most of my life unable to enjoy the dance, but thanks to Deb sending me to Continuum lessons with Rebecca I now move to the music. It's ... Read more

You Can Make Anything Boring If You Try Hard Enough But With Water Running You Don’t Have To Try

Water Running Enhances Running Stamina Without Risk Of Running-Induced Injuries  Boredom can destroy your training. Stresses and strains can destroy your body. Learn safe exercise approaches, to stay fit and active into old age! Water running is so boring (and effective) that it reminds me of learning all about fruits and seeds in Biology class, at age 14. Bad choice of subject matter, by the teacher. ... Read more

ZZ Top, Blogging About Cheap Sunglasses, And Training For The Ironman

  Hi folks, Sometimes I have to ride my trainer for a long time. When I say a long time, I mean four to five hours at a stretch. I have a long ride scheduled, but the weather is just not going to let me go, so I set up my iPod, put on my ear phones (but not my sunglasses), power up ZZ Top, and I'm off. One of my favorites, which I only listen to on my trainer, is 'Cheap Sunglasses.' It makes me laugh every ... Read more

Hypoglycemic Versus Dehydration Bonking During Endurance Sports

The hypoglycemia bonk: I have experienced this kind of bonk during a couple of full Ironman races, about 100 miles into the bike leg, and in the later stages some long training rides when I did not take due care to eat and eat right as I went along. The key symptom was nausea, in association with a feeling of muscle weakness. During the two races mentioned above, I noticed that my wattage dropped for the same ... Read more

For Relaxed Muscles Sleep With A Tennis Ball

  Hi folks, If you are an endurance athlete there will always be one tight muscle or another, those are just the breaks. But there are still only 24 hours in a day, and lots of other things to do than release, stretch, lengthen or whatever you do to relax tight (and thus weak or strained) muscles or muscle groups. Some muscles release easily, such as the psoas, whilst others, including forearm, rotator ... Read more

To Truly Understand Your House Or Your Body Watch Their Construction

  Hi folks, I was wandering by a new construction site today, so I stopped to watch all the diggers, bulldozers, and people busily doing things. This building was in the earlier stages of construction, with an underground garage in place, foundations almost finished, and the base of the walls with rebar sticking up to take the building skywards. My thoughts on the construction process took me to the ... Read more

Disclaimer: As a veterinarian, I do not provide medical advice for human animals. If you undertake or modify an exercise program, consult your medical advisors before doing so. Undertaking activities pursued by the author does not mean that he endorses your undertaking such activities, which is clearly your decision and responsibility. Be careful and sensible, please.