Athleta Chi » Tips From a Pro http://www.athleta.net/chi Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:47:18 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 The Highly Anticipated, Often Dreaded Ice Bath http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/04/29/the-highly-anticipated-often-dreaded-ice-bath/ http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/04/29/the-highly-anticipated-often-dreaded-ice-bath/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:00:41 +0000 Aimee Gallo http://www.athleta.net/chi/?p=5564 by Aimee Gallo, Featured Athlete | It took me some time to warm up to the idea of an ice bath (pun intended). Having spent most of my life in Alaska, I detested the cold and had no intention of ever placing myself in a freezing environment again if I could help it. During training for my first marathon, I would hear my coach recommend ice baths to his clients and I shuddered at the thought of it... 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Related Chi: ]]> http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/04/15/learn-to-surf-without-fear/feed/ 7 The New Wave of Balance Training http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/04/15/the-new-wave-of-balance-training/ http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/04/15/the-new-wave-of-balance-training/#comments Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:22:39 +0000 Suzie Cooney http://www.athleta.net/chi/?p=5385 by Suzie Cooney, Featured Athlete | Whether you’re training for your first trail running race or simply want to prevent yourself from any unwelcome stumbles or falls, balance training is an integral part of everyone’s fitness routine---no matter what age or what sport you enjoy... 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Related Chi: ]]> http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/03/22/fueling-your-goals/feed/ 15 Cross Training and Injury Prevention http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/02/17/cross-training-and-injury-prevention/ http://www.athleta.net/chi/2010/02/17/cross-training-and-injury-prevention/#comments Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:00:46 +0000 Mary DeLaney http://www.athleta.net/chi/?p=4350 by Mary DeLaney, Featured Athlete | When people ask me what I do to stay fit, I reply “it depends on the season.” Participating in a variety of sports not only keeps all my muscle groups working, but also it stimulates my mind... 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The number one question we seem to get when on the Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boards from observers; "Hey is that easy to do?" The answer like anything else, all depends on what you're willing to try and commit to, but most people find it simple and fun to learn... Related Chi: ]]> http://www.athleta.net/chi/2009/07/16/whats-sup-a-guide-to-stand-up-paddling/feed/ 6 Inspiration and Passion http://www.athleta.net/chi/2009/05/05/inspiration-and-passion/ http://www.athleta.net/chi/2009/05/05/inspiration-and-passion/#comments Tue, 05 May 2009 18:32:45 +0000 Jennifer Yanazzo http://www.athleta.net/chi/?p=1498 by Jennifer Yanazzo, Mountain Bike Racer
An amazing power we possess as human beings is the ability to inspire others. We are the only animal on the planet that has the brain capacity to influence others. How we choose to do this is one part learning experience, one part personality, one part strength and one part courage. People carry with them experiences both good and bad. I choose to believe that all experiences have the power to change us... Related Chi: ]]> http://www.athleta.net/chi/2009/05/05/inspiration-and-passion/feed/ 4