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ArchiveWhat should I eat or drink during a half marathon? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
I'm on a tight budget. What are some ways to save money on healthy foods? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
What's the best source of protein for a vegetarian? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
What exercises will help improve my reaction time as a lacrosse goalie? Lax Asheville, NC
Is it OK to train on an empty stomach every morning? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
I'm planning to run up the Sears Tower. What's the best way to train? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
What's the best post workout drink? The Editors Santa Fe, NM
Which exercises are best for developing strength in mountain biking? Matt Memphis, Tennessee
I would like to conquer Yosemite's Halfdome in September. How can I train for altitude climbing if I live near sea level? Paul Chesterfield, Michigan
What are the best stretches I can do in my office? The Editors
What exercises can I do to develop explosive speed for high level tennis? How often should they be performed to gain maximum benefit? Martin St. Louis, Missouri
What is the best core exercise that people don't know about? The Editors Santa Fe, New Mexico
What's the best workout to improve strength for paddling a kayak? The Editors Santa Fe, New Mexico
I'm working on a ship in crowded conditions for months on end. I want to go hiking and trekking on my time off. What's the best way to maintain endurance without being able to walk or run at sea? Bonus if I can do it in 30 foot swells.
What is the best time of day for aerobic and anaerobic exercise? David Centennial, Colorado
I train very hard in the spring and summer by cycling. I seem to peak in mid-July, and by mid-August my aerobic capacity drops off. I fatigue easily and struggle to keep up with my cycling group. What is going on and how can I prevent this next year?
What's the best way to prepare for an adventure race? Eric Saint Joseph, Missouri
What's the best exercise equimpent for a dorm room that will help me lose weight? Foldable treadmill? Mary Helen Spooner West Sussex, England
What is the best way to increase my vertical? The Editors Santa Fe, New Mexico
I'm in my 20's, ride to work three times a week, and put in a couple hours in the saddle most weekends. Should guys my age be concerned about the long-term negative impact downstairs? Or are the special seats marketed to protect the nether regions a ploy? Scott Freeland Washington D.C.
For the best workout when cycling, is it best to pedal at a higher rpm in a low gear or a lower rpm in a high gear? What are the advantages of each? Somebody in... Chicago, IL
I understand how important rest is for optimal performance gains from training. While triathlon training, I consider swim days a break for the legs. However, as I increase intensity in the pool I’ve found that I fighting off crping in my legs late in the workout. I giving my legs ple rest? Alan Washington, D.C.
If elliptical machines and treadmills supposedly give you the se workout, why can I "run" on an elliptical machine for 45 minutes with no trouble when I struggle to run 10 minutes on a treadmill? Seth Mountain View, CA