How much protein do you need?
New research suggests that many of us may need more protein than we realize. The current RDA is 0.8 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight, but several studies have found that 1 to 1.2 grams may be more…
Marathon Goddess, Julie Weiss
Fifty-two marathons in fifty-two weeks? Seems nearly impossible. But not for one Los Angeles resident. Julie Weiss’s road to “52 in 52” started in 2008. With encouragement from her father, Maurice, she decided to train for the Boston Marathon, one…
3 Ways to Run Through the Heat
Dealing with high temperatures and humidity on race day is a critical success factor: If you can’t or don’t know how to do it, your day could end prematurely and most likely your finishing time will fall outside of your…
Christina Kyle: A Team Challenge team member
By: Dustin Diehl Christina Kyle was 19 years old when she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease.“It was 11 years ago,” she says. “I thought, ‘OK, it will go away, I can take pills.” Unfortunately, it was a severe case of the…
Active Valentines Ideas
Valentine's Day is two days away and is usually a card-and-candy holiday—throw in a candlelit dinner out on the town and you're bound to overindulge in calories. While a romantic night is a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day, there…
Post-Workout Recovery Ritual
To get the most out of your workouts, you have to maximize your recovery. These three simple rituals will help you improve your performance. Food What you eat after a workout can be the most important meal of your day.…
