Spartan WOD 1.28.13

Spartan WOD for Monday, 1.28.13

The bamboo which bends in stronger than the oak which resists. —Japanese Proverb Limber up! Take 20-30 minutes today to break into a stretching routine. Stick to your tried and true routine, or try something new, just focus on relaxing into deep stretches. Try and make sure to address your whole body from ankles to neck. Even the biggest trees sway in the wind, lest they break. And give your mind a break too! Basketball, swimming, volley ball, and other team sports are great activities introduce into your fitness, particularly if you have been feeling burned out or over-trained.

WOD Intensity Scores

*1 = least intense, 5 = most intense

35 of 101 Running tips

Don't Force The Tissue!
"Overly aggressive stretching can actually increase your injury risk." -Tim Noakes, M.D., author of Lore of Running
 

When I'm bored, I RUN. When I'm tired, I still RUN. When I'm frustrated, and yes, even confused, I still RUN. Not away from my fears or troubles, but towards my goals and ambitions.

#13 of 101 running tips

Warm up, then stretch 
"Try some light jogging or walking before you stretch, or stretch after you run. Stretching 'cold' muscles can cause more harm than good."-Runner's World Editors