Fast Talk Laboratories brings together leading coaches, experts, and exercise physiologists to share training concepts, case studies, commentary, and more.
Few topics in endurance sports are more misunderstood and draw more ire than hydration and electrolyte sports drinks. Trevor Connor explores the biochemical mechanics to show what happens when we drink salty sports drinks.
Dehydration? Electrolyte imbalance? Heat? None of these actually causes cramping, according to new theories. Coach Trevor Connor takes a closer look.
Every athlete of any ability level can benefit from the guidance of a good coach. We explore the coach-athlete relationship, and offer advice on how to reap the greatest rewards from working with a coach.
Crunching numbers is one thing, but if you want to turn data into victory, here are a few key things you should do and a few things to avoid.
Data has its benefits, but only when we learn to apply an intuitive approach to our fueling can we unlock the most efficient and healthy sports nutrition habits.
There is no lactic acid in the human body. That said, the burn we feel during hard efforts has a lot to do with acid. We explain.
The winter months aren’t for going fast, but for preparing the body for the real training to come this spring.
Given the hormonal fluctuations experienced during the menstrual cycle, should female athletes prepare differently for lab testing?
Physiological improvements are not the only way to maximize performance. Dr. Cheung explores the psychology of feedback, deception, and perception.
Are you a good nutrition student? By using a gap analysis, you can create a personalized nutrition plan.
