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Raynauds Syndrome, Cold Hands and Feet in Winter Training by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 01:16:30 +0000

And I love to live so pleasantly, Live this life of luxury, Lazing on a summer afternoon. In the summer time,…. The Kinks Ah summertime, for...

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Ibuprofen. Not For Daily Use! by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 21:20:58 +0000

“I’d take any risk to tie back the hands of time.” Too Much Time On My Hands, Styx “Prophylactic” or daily use of Ibuprofen by triathletes is not without risk. Why am I...

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Arthritis, Part Three by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:51:04 +0000

Supper time at the old triathletes home Making it to Kona (written on the Big Island) “And another one’s gone, and another one’s gone, and another one bites the...

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Knee Arthritis Part Two, Pain by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 02:02:59 +0000

Bob Scott ” ‘Bill I believe this is killing me!’ as the smile ran away from his face.” Billy Joel This is the second in a series of three pieces on...

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Knee Arthritis, the Aging (Over 30) Triathlete by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:12:00 +0000

Sister Madonna Buder sets the example for us all “You’re not shy, you get around, you wanna fly, don’t want your feet on the ground. You stay up, you won’t come...

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Road Rash, Torn Up Skin, What To Do by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:42:41 +0000

“Ain’t no doubt about it we were doubly blessed, ’cause we were barely 17 and barely dressed.” Meat Loaf, Bat out of Hell Possibly without intending, Meat Loaf was describing...

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How To Dress Like A Rock Star Triathlete

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 12:00:37 +0000

In this video, Rock Star Triathlete Academy coach Ben Greenfield shows you 3 ways to get free triathlon racing and trainig clothing…check under the video to see it all spelled out for you! 1)...

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Get 12 Lethal & Highly Effective Workouts from Chris McCormack

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 20:18:37 +0000

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Tools For Learning Better Triathlon Pacing

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 21:04:06 +0000

In a recent Rock Star Triathlete podcast with Ben Greenfield and Kerry Sullivan, you learned about how to properly respond to pace changes during a race, and how to learn better pacing. In this...

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Anything is Possible, Kona 2012 by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 23:44:23 +0000

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Runnin’ Down a Dream The finish line in Kona about 12 hours after race start. “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE” This is one of the catch phrases of...

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Two Ironman Stories by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 16:47:59 +0000

I just returned from Kona on Monday and was thinking about this piece which I previously wrote. Since I stopped competing, I’ve worked for David Huerta and the Transition Team for the last...

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Advance Race Prep by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:00:48 +0000

“From here on in, I really gets grim. For 99% of the people still left at this point, they are possessed with one thing, finishing. They’re saying to themselves one thing, “If I can just...

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Ironman Race Day in Kona – Best Advice, John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:17:33 +0000

…………………………Bill Bell “Just once in his life, a man has his time. And my time is now, I’m coming alive!” St....

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Being Aware of Osteoporosis by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:26:57 +0000

I was asked to comment on a piece recently published in the L A Times which noted that cycling, and swimming to some degree, are sports which...

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It’s World Championship Time in Hawaii by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 01:25:04 +0000

“It’s going to be a hard day’s night. The Beatles We’re 40 days till the cannon blast signals the start of the 2012 Ford Ironman Triathlon World...

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Hematuria, Blood in Your Urine by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 19:28:25 +0000

Hematuria, blood in the urine “Oh yeah, life goes on, long after the thrill of livin’ is gone.” John Cougar Mellencamp But Lew Hollander, yellow cap, would say...

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Frozen Shoulder by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 01:23:46 +0000

Frozen Shoulder “Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside a dog, it’s too dark to read.”Groucho Marx While donning my running shoes by my Jeeps interior lighting...

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Should Triathletes Donate Blood? Sure. by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 20:26:02 +0000

“Back off man, I’m a scientist.” Peter Venkman, Ghostbusters I think triathletes should donate blood. All of us. Doesn’t matter if it’s the Red Cross or your...

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Knee Collateral Ligament Injury by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:29:25 +0000

“…fate comes at you cat-footed, unavoidable, and bloodthirsty.” Pat Conroy, South of Broad We hear a lot about knee ligament injuries, especially when they happen to someone...

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Elbow Pain of Swimming/Biking Origin by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:07:00 +0000

! I took a walk around the world to ease my troubled mind. I left my body lying somewhere in the sands of time.” Kryptonite, 3 Doors Down Your thoughts when injured? We frequently think of overuse...

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Baker’s Cyst (Knee Cyst) by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 02:11:56 +0000

Got a lump on the back of your knee? Somebody mention Baker’s Cyst or popliteal cyst? Although it may be news to you, these are more common than many people suspect. While not normally an...

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Arthroscopy for Arthritis, When is it Appropriate? by John Post,MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 18:47:24 +0000

“I’ll take any risk to tie back the hands of time.” Styx Triathlon covers all walks of life and all age groups. It’s addictive, and it’s cumulative training, plus...

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Work Out Guilt, of Course You Have It by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 00:16:25 +0000

“It’s not having what you want, it’s wanting what you’ve got” Sheryl Crow Triathlon training takes a long time. (“Duh”, many of you say.) This is especially...

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Knee Collateral Ligament Injuries by John Post MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:13:16 +0000

“…fate comes at you cat-footed, unavoidable, and bloodthirsty.” Pat Conroy, South of Broad We hear a lot about knee ligament injuries, especially when they happen to someone else....

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Climbing Mountains Part Two, Being Afraid by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 16:08:33 +0000

“Do the conditions you encounter exceed your abilities? Although we as triathletes push pretty hard sometimes, we’re rarely outside our comfort zone in other than a physical sense. In last...

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The Triathlete and Joint Replacement by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 15:28:17 +0000

The Triathlete and Joint Replacement “Some day I’ll wish upon a star, and wake up where the clouds are far behind me. Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops,...

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Are You Ready For The Unexpected by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 27 May 2012 22:12:00 +0000

Are You Ready For The Unexpected Do you think, when this athlete was topping off the air in his tires his morning, that he thought, “You know, I’m sure glad I’m the the type of...

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Live Audio Q&A With Pro Triathlete Dirk Bockel – Now Available For Download!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 08:14:46 +0000

Dirk Bockel has produced top ten finishes at the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii each season since his first appearance 3 years ago, his most recent result being a commendable fourth place....

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Road Rash- Limits of Home Care by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 22 May 2012 13:53:42 +0000

Road Rash – Limits of Home Care “The road is long, with many a winding turn.” The Hollies, 1969 “You want to know what it’s like to crash on one of these bikes? Get in...

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Rehydration by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:10:21 +0000

Rehydration “Water, water everywhere, and all the boards did shrink. Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” Rime of the Ancient Mariner It’s summer. By now your racing...

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Clavicle Fractures by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 06 May 2012 00:42:21 +0000

Clavicle Fractures “Oh, somewhere in this favored land the sun is shining bright, The band is playing somewhere, and somewhere hearts are light, And somewhere men are laughing, and little...

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Chronic Plantar Faciitis/Mumuku, the Wind That Blows Both Ways by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 11:57:10 +0000

Puako is situated on the northwest coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. It is the home of one of the largest petroglyph (carvings in the lava) fields in the Hawaiian Islands. Found there are figures...

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Pressure to Exceed Your Tri Capabilities by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:40:04 +0000

Pre-race bike inspection. Everyone is still smiling. “Superman where are you now? Phil Collins, Land of Confusion Mark Foley is a local Veterinarian and a strong biker. His wife...

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Triathlete With Enlarged Heart – Abnormal?

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:52:11 +0000

Triathlete with Enlarged Heart – Abnormal? “The heart is the first feature of working minds.” Frank Lloyd...

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Golfer’s (Swimmer’s) Elbow by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:58:53 +0000

These guys have no elbows. For the inaugural Ironman race on Oahu in 1978, Navy Commander John Collins made the winners trophy in his basement. It became known as the “Hole in the Head”...

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Ever Been Stung By A Jellyfish? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:18:53 +0000

“The guy sure looks like plant food to me.” Audrey II, Little Shop of Horrors Many of us have run into a jellyfish or two either training or racing in ocean water. More of an...

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Confidence in Triathlon Swimming by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:20:12 +0000

Through early morning fog I see,visions of the things to be… Johnnie Mandel, Suicide is Painless, M.A.S.H. This week, as we prepare for the 2012 racing season , I’ll bypass the injury pipeline...

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Tomas Petricko From RaceSpace.org

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 04:55:48 +0000

http://www.RaceSpace.org is a website where endurance athletes can go to connect before races – but it’s much, much more than that. Tomas is the founder of RaceSpace, and will be talking...

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Achilles Tendon Ruptures 2012 by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 23:06:39 +0000

Achilles Tendon Ruptures “What we have here is a failure to communicate.” Cool Hand Luke Last month I published a piece entitled “What a Triathlete Needs to Know About Antibiotics” that...

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Triathlon Orthotics Video: Ben Greenfield Explains Cycling And Running Orthotics

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:53:06 +0000

In this video, Rock Star Triathlete Academy coach Ben Greenfield tells you everything you need to know about cycling orthotics and running orthotics, so that you can make an educated decision about...

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REAP BENEFITS OF AN EFFICIENT RUNNING STRIDE by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:28:38 +0000

A participant in the Underpants Run. A counter-culture event run in Hawaii two days before the Ironman where proceeds go to support a local charity. And yes, the shorts are bogus. Make sure you look...

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SICKNESS/INJURY CAN BE A GOOD THING by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 22:21:57 +0000

Sickness/Injury Can Be a Good Thing “Something’s happening here. What it is ain’t exactly clear.” Buffalo Springfield Triathletes are generally control freaks. Schedule, time,...

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Become An Expert Triathlon Coach With “Triathlon Coach Insider”

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:50:24 +0000

You can now become an expert triathlon coach with “Triathlon Coach Insider” – a complete education and triathlon coaching business success package designed by the Rock Star Triathlete...

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YOU CAN’T ARRIVE AT THE RACE SITE TOO EARLY by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 02:17:01 +0000

You Can’t Arrive At The Race Site Too Early Racking one’s bike very carefully. It has a big job in just a short while. In my mind, you’re never early on race day. Maybe late, but...

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ANTIBIOTICS FOR TRIATHLETES – TENDON PROBLEMS by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 22:30:58 +0000

Antibiotics for Triathletes – Tendon Problems? Several athletes have questioned the use of antibiotics lately, especially as it relates to potential complications. For this piece I interviewed...

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DOG BITES BIKER, BOTH SURVIVE by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:02:45 +0000

Dog Bites Man, Both Survive The sword of time will pierce our skins, it doesn’t hurt when it begins. Johnny Mandel, Suicide is Painless I’m a slower biker than I used to be. Or maybe the...

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SELF INDUCED INJURY, TIBIA FRACTURE by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:35:44 +0000

Self Induced Injury, Tibia Fracture I have given a name to my pain, it is Batman.” Jack Nicholson as The Joker And speaking of pain, I was recently asked asked about a blog I did on stress...

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TRAINING ADVICE FROM HEAVEN by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:46:38 +0000

Training Advice From Heaven ALII DRIVE, start and finish of the Ironman World Championship. You can bet this snowy picture wasn’t taken in Kona! Dick Tomlin was a friend. A super...

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Beyond The Goggles: Swim Gear That Helps You Get Faster [Video]

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:46:52 +0000

In this video, Rock Star Triathlete Academy coach shows you how to go beyond the goggles with swim gear that helps you get faster. Included in this video are: -Finis Forearm Fulcrum -Finis Freestyle...

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Donating Blood, It’s Easy – Do It Today by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:38:10 +0000

Should Triathletes Give Blood? Of Course! “For every complex problem, there is an uncomplicated answer; neat, simple and wrong.” H.L. Menken HuliSue’s is a terrific barbecue place...

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Tri-Ripped Q&A Video With Ben Greenfield

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:57:51 +0000

In this Tri-Ripped Q&A video with Ben Greenfield, you’ll learn what Tri-Ripped is, and learn how to swim, bike and run fast, and still have the ultimate triathlon body. Click below to get...

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GET A PROFESSIONAL BIKE FIT, AVOID INJURY by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 01:06:45 +0000

What is the Value of an Experienced Bike Fit? It’s Invaluable! John Cobb counsels a novice triathlete at Glen Ellyn, IL bike fit. As a surgeon, I think I learned as much from doing my...

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HOW DO YOU MEASURE SUCCESS? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:07:32 +0000

How Do You Measure Success for 2012? Some triathletes overcome greater obstacles than many.” I’ve seen a number of criticisms directed at the print media of our sport lately. Probably...

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PLANNING IS EVERYTHING by John Post,MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:32:34 +0000

Planning is Everything, Really Plan to Stay Injury Free This is the IM finish line in Kona the morning after. Sure it’s the stuff of dreams and many successes. History notes about a 93%...

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WHOSE ADVICE DOES A TRIATHLETE FOLLOW? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 20:28:56 +0000

Whose Advice Does a Triathlete Follow? There are limitless sources of “good advice” to the triathlete with a question or a problem. Pieces like this one, clinics taught by a respected...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: Save 40% on custom Infinit Nutrition

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:00:12 +0000

Your body is a rocket, and what you put in it is your rocket fuel. When you’re out on a long ride or in the heat of a race, you have to have your nutrition dialed in just right to give you that boost...

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WANNA BE FAMOUS? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:40:31 +0000

Wanna Be Famous? “You want to be famous? Learn how to take blood out of car upholstery? John Travolta as Mrs. Turnblatt in the movie Hairspray This is the time of year for goal setting, for...

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ARE YOUR INJURY RATES INCREASING? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:30:11 +0000

Injury Rates Increasing Growin’ up, you don’t see the writing on the wall. Passin’ by, movin’ straight ahead, you knew it all.” St. Elmo’s FireA recent piece in...

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How To Analyze A Power File

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 17:41:55 +0000

In this Rock Star Triathlete Academy audio, Ben Greenfield speaks with TrainingPeaks chief evangelist Dirk Friel about how to analyze a power file. During the discussion, Dirk reviews the data below....

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OVERUSE INJURIES – YOUR FAULT? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:40:15 +0000

Overuse Injuries Destinations probably not seen near your hometown. Continuing the theme of self induced problems, having discussed stress fractures and the like previously, this weeks post...

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rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:00:30 +0000

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Coming January 2012 – Ben Greenfield’s Tri-Ripped Triathlon Training Plan

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 02:55:40 +0000

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rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:00:04 +0000

When you’re training hard for your next race, sometimes you need a boost of energy to keep you going every day. Most energy drinks found on the market are full of synthetic ingredients and...

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PICKING THE PERFECT TRIATHLON SPORTS DOC by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:16:31 +0000

Pick Picking The Perfect Triathlon Sports Doc Bill Vollmar, MD example of a perfect sports doc “Son can you play me a melody, I’m not really sure how it goes. But it’s sad and...

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Now Available! “Top 20 Fueling Myths Exposed” by Ben Greenfield

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:01:17 +0000

I wrote “Top 20 Fueling Myths Exposed” for the recreational exerciser to the elite athlete, and it contains a collection of the most common sports nutrition and exercise fueling myths,...

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Join Ben Greenfield for Triathlon Camp in Kona, Hawaii, May 27 to June 2, 2012!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:44:31 +0000

Join Ben Greenfield at Epic Camp Lite in Kona Hawaii, coached by IM talk co-host and former pro triathlete John Newsom and Ironman World Champion and triathlon legend Scott Molina on May 27-June 2,...

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PATIENCE FOR IMPROVEMENT by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:57:43 +0000

Here’s your Fearless Leader, Ben Greenfield, as he fits right in at the Kona Underpants Run this year. Pretty sharp outfit there Ben, we can’t wait to see what 2012 looks like....

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BLOOD CLOTS/BLOOD THINNERS by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 01:21:56 +0000

Blood Thinners and Blood Clots Testing an athlete’s serum lactate levels while pedaling under a controlled load and controlled conditions is one way to determine the lactate threshold...

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How To Lift Weights For Triathlon

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:55:09 +0000

In this video, Ben Greenfield shows you how to lift weights for triathlon using some of the basic strength and power moves he used in his Ironman Hawaii preparation.

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POOL RUNNING CAN BE FUN by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:06:45 +0000

Pool Running Can Be Fun “You got to do what you can, and let Mother Nature do the rest.” Meat Loaf At some time in our careers, water running, or aqua jogging, will be recommended as a...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Jeff Wins 2 Months of Free Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:07:26 +0000

Jeff Meador at the Crescent Moon Tri Sprint A few months ago, we told you that we’re now giving a free month of membership to any Rock Star Triathlete Academy members who send us a picture or...

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The Keys to Improving Your Consistency and Discipline – Part 2 of 2

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 15:53:12 +0000

In last week’s Part 1 of this article, I gave you a key approach to developing greater consistency. It’s one of the most common issues I work with athletes on at TriathleteMind.com. The...

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STRESS FRACTURE, EH? PART TWO by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:49:10 +0000

Stress Fracture, Eh? Part Two This is Ironman Week here in Kona as the sleepy fishing village and occasional port for cruise ships turns into Triathlon Central. There are people everywhere, fit...

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THE MENISCUS; TORN YOURS? by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 21:08:07 +0000

The Meniscus – Torn Yours? ” I don’t need a whole lots of money, I don’t need a big, fine car. I got everything that a man could want, I got more than I could ask for.”...

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Cool Advanced Bike Trick: How To Install Custom Wiring on Your DI2 Electronic Shifting Group Set

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:53:02 +0000

This advanced bike trick is brought to you by Australian triathlon coach Graeme Turner, of Fit2Tri Disclaimer These modifications could void the warranty on all components in the DI2 Group Set. ...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Ann Wins 6 Months of Free Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 13:37:53 +0000

Ben/Kerry, I’m sending stuff from two races: The first was the Midwest Meltdown Triathlon, where I placed 2nd overall. This was a 1500m swim, 20.84mi bike, and 5.21mi run....

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CARRYING ID ON YOUR BIKE by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 23:05:55 +0000

Plea For Carrying ID When You Ride I’ve written before about the need to have some form of rapid ID on you when you’re biking. Sadly, this article makes that point. ________Bicyclist...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Ranieri Wins Another Free Month of Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:06:05 +0000

Ranieri Palavicini at Timberland A few months ago, we told you that we’re now giving a free month of membership to any Rock Star Triathlete Academy members who send us a picture or video in the...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: 50% off Krank’d Recovery Fuel

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:00:49 +0000

After a hard training session, your body needs to recover and it needs to recover quickly if it’s going to be ready for that next training session or be ready to race at full potential this weekend....

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: Leg Lube Performance Shave Gels

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:00:55 +0000

We’ve all got to keep our legs looking and feeling their best. Men and women, we’re all athletes who shave them as part of our culture. For the guys out there who haven’t yet, listen up, it’s...

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WHEN 2ND IS BETTER THAN 1ST by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:25:26 +0000

Setting Goals – When 2nd is Better Than 1st This is Sarah Reinertsen, the only female amputee finisher of the Hawaiian Ironman. Born with a limb deficiency known as PFFD, She had an above the...

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Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Vegas – Course Preview With Race Director Frank Lowery

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:55:44 +0000

In this audio quick tip from the Rock Star Triathlete Academy, Ben Greenfield interviews Frank Lowery, race director of Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Vegas. During the discussion, Frank gives...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Tim Wins A Free Month of Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:33:51 +0000

Here’s Rock Star Triathlete Academy member Tim “Schmeck” and here’s what he had to say: Hi Ben and Kerry: Here is a picture of me just stepping down from the podium at the...

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BROKEN TOES by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:28:17 +0000

Broken Toes St. Peter’s Catholic Church is a tiny house of worship located at the 5 mile turn around where the Ironman Hawaii competitors head back to town and their journey on the Queen...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Nancy Wins A Free Month of Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:05:45 +0000

Here’s Rock Star Triathlete Academy member Nancy and here’s what she had to say: Ben/Kerry, I just completed my first race of the season after struggling with some offseason injuries and...

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REDUCING INJURY POTENTIAL THROUGH “DATING” by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:37:20 +0000

Know Your Stuff YIKES, it’s on the inside too! “Don’t mistake activity for achievement.” John Wooden It’s been stated before that preventing an injury is usually...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: PureFit Bars

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:00:08 +0000

Nutrition plays a far bigger part in how fast or how long you can swim, bike and run than any single piece of tri gear. Choosing the right nutrition bar to keep you fueled up is an important choice....

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Patrick Wins A Free Month of Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 22:22:06 +0000

Here’s Rock Star Triathlete Academy member Patrick at the Nashville Music City Triathlon. A few months ago, in this post you can read by clicking here, we told you that we’re now giving a...

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Training Your Brain for Triathlon Success

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:53:27 +0000

This is a guest post from Renegade Triathlon Psychology coach Stephen Ladd (pictured right), who has taken a somewhat unorthodox path to becoming one of most sought after gurus in the world when it...

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DON’T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:09:28 +0000

Don’t Believe Everything You Read “I left a good job in the city, working for the man every night and day, and I never lost one minute of sleeping worryin’ about the way things...

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Meet Ben Greenfield & Kerry Sullivan – Your Rock Star Triathlete Academy Coaches

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 19:14:34 +0000

Rock Star Triathlete Academy coaches Ben Greenfield and Kerry Sullivan were recently at a bike expo in Park City, Utah, and took some time to sit down and introduce themselves to you so you could get...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Member Ranieri Wins A Free Month of Membership!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 03:22:31 +0000

Here’s Rock Star Triathlete Academy member Ranieri and here’s what he had to say: The vitamins, training plan, and advice that Ben Greenfield gives every week has helped me immensely with...

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WORRIED ABOUT HYPOTHERMIA? by JOHN POST, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 01:47:08 +0000

I Love Open Water Swimming, I Really Do 51 DEGREES, that’ll do nicely! John Shrum, MD So started one of our early spring lake workouts before Dr. Shrum and I went to England to swim the...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: HighCadenceCoffee

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 14:00:29 +0000

Coffee is an integral part of many athlete’s days. A great cup before a morning run or ride, a midway stop for an espresso on Saturday morning or enjoying a cup before having to start the work day,...

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IT BAND FRICTION SYNDROME by JOHN POST, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:11:06 +0000

Simple Solutions For ITBS (Iliotibial Band Syndrome) “If God invented marathons to keep people from doing anything more stupid, then triathlon must have taken him completely by surprise.”...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: Bike Coats

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:37 +0000

You’ve got your pride-and-joy (yes, your bike) up on your roof rack and headed off to the race. Typically, your choices to have your bike nice, clean and race ready when you get there are either...

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RUNNER’S TROTS by JOHN POST, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 12:34:45 +0000

Runner’s Trots I’m taking my two boys to Sequoia National Park in California for 9 days of hiking including climbing Mt. Whitney so it’ll be till 7/20 till I get a new post up. Feel...

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Todd Wins A Free Month of Membership…For the Fourth Time (And You Can Too)!

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:43:09 +0000

We just got this letter from Rock Star Triathlete Academy member Todd… Hi Ben and Kerry, Race season is in full swing, and last weekend I raced again, this time in my hometown of Calgary,...

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Rock Star Triathlete Academy Deal of the Week: Suit Juice Total Package

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:45:37 +0000

Your wetsuit is not only an investment in your sport, it’s an investment in you. If you can’t get in-and-out of your suit easily, if it chafes or gives you a rash, wears out prematurely or...

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P’s and F’s of Plantar Faciitis by John Post, MD

rockstar@rockstartriathlete.com — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:08:01 +0000

“Wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then.” Bob Seger They say there’s no accounting for taste. This is a shot of my favorite runner in the Ironman Hawaii...

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