Nose in a Day in the Time of COVID-19
Our Nose in a Day project wasn’t supposed to take so long. COVID closures, issues…
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Bikepacking Training Using the Uphill Athlete Methodology
I dream of doing epic linkups, pushing all day and night. I love the feeling…
Preseason Ski Touring Training
By Uphill Athlete Coach Sam Naney Winter is coming—are you ready for the ski season?…
Motivation and Perseverance
My Uphill Athlete coach Sam Naney asked me for some thoughts on persevering with training…
Capacity Training vs Utilization Training
At Uphill Athlete we have repeatedly stated that mountain sport athletes would be wise to…
Does arduous exercise compromise immunity?
A recent debate article solicited opposing expert arguments about exercise and immunity. The researchers wanted…
Virtual Leadville Marathon
I ran the Leadville Marathon in 2016, thinking that it would be good training for…
Into the Hills: A Ski Traverse of the Wind River Range
On May 15, 2020, Uphill Athlete Iain Kuo and two companions completed a two-week ski…
Aerobic Capacity for The Eiger North Face
The year 2020 has been a Sabbatical for married Alpinists Jeff and Priti Wright. As…
Sandcastles: A Model of Endurance Training
Training endurance is like building a sandcastle. You need sand, water, the sense not to…