Do You Lose “Brain Fitness” During a Break From Training?
Swim-bike-run is just as good for the brain as it is for the body. But if you don’t work out as much during the off-season, is there a cognitive cost? A neuroscientist explains.
Swim-bike-run is just as good for the brain as it is for the body. But if you don’t work out as much during the off-season, is there a cognitive cost? A neuroscientist explains.
From finish-line highs to post-race lows, a triathlete’s mind, body, and spirit takes quite the rollercoaster ride at the end of the season. Dr. Daya Grant explains the science behind the slump - and how to cope.
We love to think of tri training as the fountain of youth, but new studies show that there are limits to how much endurance sports can boost the brain as we grow old.
New research suggests exercise may boost the “love hormone,” the latest in a long line of brain-boosting molecules
Neuroscientist Dr. Daya Grant explains how endurance training literally alters the structure of the brain.
A neuroscientist explains why triathletes constantly feel the need to chase yet another finish line - and how to break the cycle and find meaning and satisfaction this offseason.
Ever hear of brain endurance training? Scientists say it just might be the key to unlocking next-level speed and endurance.
Gritting your teeth is not your only solution when race day gets hard. Use these effective techniques from psychology and neuroscience to make the experience less difficult.
It turns out "the zone" is a very real, very specific psychological thing, and for triathletes who learn to harness clutch and flow states, it can be the key to massive performances and workouts.