I hear all of the time “IT’S JUST A 5K” which is referencing that a 5K is a distance that doesn’t initiate much of an accomplishment like finishing a marathon does. However for distance runners, 1 mile races on the track, 3K races, 5Ks and 10Ks are all very very tough distances when you race […]
August races were hot, hot, Hot!
Posted byThe purpose of training is to tighten up the slack, toughen the body, and polish the spirit. ~ Morihei Ueshiba Lake Logan Half Ron Hicks had a very nice 15th place finish racing at Full IM Pace! Now that’s Without Limits. Coach Brian had a great race and finished 31st overall, great job coach. Justin […]
Without Limits Athletes beat the heat in July Races
Posted byWithout Limits athletes have been beating the heat and racing strong this July. Be sure to give a special shout out to your fellow wol team athletes and continue racing and training strong and smart during these hot summer days. Great Scottish walk and run festival 5k Chris B and her kids ran a 5k […]
Tips for Running Long & Strong in the HEAT!
Posted byHeat can really play a role in the quality (or lack thereof) of your performance. Here are six ways to work with the heat to have a successful long run! 1. Check the Forecast – Running on sunny days increases skin temperatures more due to radiation from the sun. If possible, choose a cloudy day over […]
Safety Tips for Group Ride Success
Posted byNow that we’re well into the racing season, many of you will likely be heading out on the roads on some group rides. Group rides can be lots of fun and safe by following these simple tips: -Have a Plan: You should always have a clear plan for what your ride is going to entail […]
A Speedy June for Wilmington Athletes
Posted byYou know you are a RUNNER when, in the summer, your tan lines are from your WOL racing singlets and tanks… NOT your bathing suits. KANZA 200 Bud woodrum placed 8th overall with single speed in one of the most grueling gravel grinders in the world. 214 miles. He even found time for a photo-op! […]
Wilmington Athletes take on May Races and Top Finishes
Posted by“Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.” ~ Walter Elliot May was fast and furious for our Without Limits Athletes Thankfully the heat held off for most of the month, but in it’s place was rain… lots and lots of rain. But none-the-less, our athletes pushed through, […]
5 Muscle Groups to focus on for swimmers
Posted bySwimming is a sport that uses most of the bodies muscles, but there are five main muscles that make the largest difference in a swimmer’s performance. Latissimus Dorsi The latissimus dorsi muscle or commonly known as “lats” are your middle back muscles. These muscles play a large role in your ability to pull. You will […]
Why Hire A Coach?
Posted byWHY HIRE A COACH? There are lots of training books and programs online but what makes hiring a coach different? A coach helps individuals achieve their own, unique goals with the ability to adjust the schedule due to work or family life, injuries, age, and time. Training is not a one size fits all program, […]
Without Limits Pull-Up Challenge May-August
Posted byOur next team challenge is the Pullup/Chin Up Challenge. The challenge will run from TODAY through August 31st (approximately 16 weeks). GOAL – everyone in WOL do 1 pull-up alone with no assistance. Encourage your teammates to do this together. MENS TIERS Tier 1: I’ve got some hair on my chest: 3 pullups Tier 2: […]