Friday, August 30, 2013

Knowledge Is Power- August 30th

Ready for your weekend reads?  Here you go:

Anita Hinriksdotter Training by Athletics Weekly- Why it matters:  This is great insight into what one of the future stars of the sport does on a weekly basis for training.  Watch for her name in the international results as she competes for Iceland.

Complexity and the Thousand Hour Rule by Malcolm Gladwell- Why it matters: This is an article in defense of Gladwells 10,000 rule.  He addresses Epstein and counters well with regards to his research.  In the battle between talent vs work, nature vs nurture, this is a fun debate to revisit.

National High School Cross Country Rankings by Dyestat-  Why it matters: This blog, while having a good bit of continuity with the international level, really focuses on the youth level.  This ranks the best youth teams in the nation according to Rob Monroe and Dyestat.

Outside the Comfort Zone by Steve Magness- Why it matters:  It's always interesting to get a perspective on different training concepts, especially from a coaches point of view.  Steve has coached several international athletes lately and here is a view at one of them.


Jackie Areson is coached by Steve Magness

Training Slower to Run Faster by Andy Friedlander- Why it matters:  Coach Clyde Hart is the most successful 400 meter coach in history and this is a look at the non-traditional training methods he employs with his athletes.

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