Results matching “Bird”

As you're no doubt aware, the many forms of rock climbing demand high levels of strength, physical fitness and determination. To get a little deeper into the mindset of a climber, follow the Udini climbing team (German) in their various expeditions via their podcast (links on front page of the Udini site). Their latest episode - bouldering in Petrohrad (Czech Republic) [.mov, 63.1mb] - is well worth a look.

Want a little more triathlon blog action? Try Tri-Geek Dreams.

Blaine continues this month's training equipment article series with a look at some of the things often used by runners. As with the strength training equipment glossary, this will be a growing resource - leave a comment on the relevant site if you have any items which you'd like to add.

Arthur Jones - perhaps best remembered as the inventor of the Nautilus machines - had some fascinating ideas. Regardless of whether you believe them or not, his autobiography is a great read.

A few more training blogs have been added to my bookmarks over the past few days, including :

• Steve Cotter's Full Kontact Kettlebells (kettlebells)
• Kkuhomen's Training Log (kayaking)
• Jedd Johnson's (The Diesel Crew's) Napalm's Corner (grip, powerlifting)
• Carol's Triathlon Training Blog (triathlon)
• Eric Hörst's Climbing and Training Blog (climbing)

Enjoy.

Elite FTS has an interesting interview with renowned fitness author and strength training consultant, Dr Michael Yessis. With a background including over 30 years in biomechanics, Dr Yessis certainly knows his stuff.

Can't get enough kettlebell action? Head over to Ken's Kettlebell Blog - a great mix of kettlebell and free-weight training.

Via Healthbolt : it will no doubt seem like common-sense, but Consumer Affairs reports that video games involving a bit of movement are better for you than those that don't. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to grab a Nintendo Wii, this may be just enough to convince you.

A bit of gymnastic training action (streaming, 7.4mb .flv) from Japan's Team Ryouko. Superb.

Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have been studying mice with a dominance of muscle type IIX, which allows them to run faster and maintain higher workrates than other mice. The genetic 'switch' which is responsible for forming this muscle type - as discussed (summary only, subscription required for full article) in the January 2007 issue of Cell Metabolism - brings us one step closer to developing drugs to change the composition of muscle; great for boosting strength in the elderly and those with muscle wasting diseases. Definitely one to keep an eye on.