endurance
rock climbing – Killer Rock Climbing Technique #3 for increased power and endurance as a rock climber
Killer Rock Climbing Technique #3 for increased power and endurance as a rock climber: proper body positioning This rock climbing technique takes advantage of the knowledge of biomechanics to increase your efficiency and output as a rock climber. It is the simple principle of always keep your upper body as tight to the climbing surface [...]
swimming – Tips For Building Your Swimming Endurance & Stamina With Good Swimming Technique
One of the first things I noticed when I got back in the pool after my 7 year hiatus is that most aspects of my swimming technique were still in tact, but my endurance was just pitiful. I felt great for the first 200-300 yards, but then I just couldn’t move my arms. They were [...]
Daily News round up covering ultra marathon and trail running – FRI 27 Nov
The latest information on training, psychology and inspirational stories to help you run longer and faster. Today’s highlights include Lisa Tamati 2200km run across the length of New Zealand and an endurance psychology article focusing on “coping with pain”.
Daily Bike News Roundup covering ultra, touring and endurance cycling
It includes some funny cycling lists, great articles and unusual bike pictures.
Young British Rower Sarah Outen sets Ocean Rowing Record
Aged just 23 she rowed solo across the Indian Ocean. An epic 3500 mile crossing that took 124 days.
Inspirational British Female Cyclist on Round the World Bike ride Aged 59
Ann Wilson set off in July 2009 on a Round the World Bike ride Inspired by a book she quit her job, took in lodgers to pay the bills while she was away and embarked alone on her around the world bike tour.
Do you want to achieve your sporting ambitions? Here’s how to get started
Maybe it’s ultra running, cycling, kayaking or rowing that is your passion but how do you make it a reality. How do you move it from a “To do list” to a “Done list” ?
Part 4 – A rough guide to cycling the route of the Tour de France
In 2007 Luke cycled the entire route of the Tour de France. In this article he rides the prologue and watches the Grand Depart.
Famous Explorer, Mike Horn, has a history of World Record Expeditions
Reading his book Conquering the Impossible I was struck by two important lessons that we can apply to life in general or our own expedition preparations.
What is your definition of an Extreme Adventure?
Is it walking unsupported to the South Pole, skiing down Everest or kayaking in the Arctic. There is no doubt that each of these is extreme however are they truly extreme for these actual participants?