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  Intermittent training and muscle mass
Dec 26, 2011
Here is one from the Archives that was outside the norm at the time, but is now more or less accepted wisdom.

A question that is on many minds is how can you build muscle size training intermittently? We have many prime examples of those who can. I put myself in this category, but nothing like Mike Menzter and Dorian Yates. 
  Not such new news, but a start to solving the mystery of runner deaths
Dec 7, 2011
The runners had no evidence of heart issues. But, most had a sub-clinical fibrosis in the right ventricle of the heart. That may not be seen easily, but it can cause fibrillation which may kill the runner. It begins to answer the point that apparently healthy runners can suddenly die when they showed no evidence of heart issues.

The article is HERE.
  Triathlon Deaths; it is the swim that kills
Nov 17, 2011
This is a pretty complete article on triathlon deaths. Almost all of them are associated with the swim portion. This has been know to some extent, but this article has the best collection of evidence I have seen.
  Vigorous Exercise and Your Brain
Oct 23, 2011
Three 20 minute sessions of vigorous exercise is the recommendation in this excellent review from the Mayo Clinic of the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy, well-functioning brain.
  Fitness Fads of the Past
Sep 19, 2011
They were so hot, not they are not. And, we are fatter still. 

Have a look down memory lane Fitness Fads.
  Upcoming TV Appearance
Aug 17, 2011
An exceptional British science show is coming over to film an interview with me.
  It is Carbohydrate that induces elevated triglycerides
Aug 7, 2011
This has been know for a long time, but it is still argued that fat is the cause of elevated LDL triglycerides. The key is insulin sensitivity.
  Another "Aha" Moment on Stretch/Flex
Jul 5, 2011
I added so much mass to my deltoids this week I have to tell you how.
  Easy Stretch/Flex Technique
Jul 1, 2011
I don't know why I didn't think of this sooner. You can adapt stretch/flex technology to most exercises with a simple procedure.
  My June Training and Eating
Jun 26, 2011
Well, after all the surgeries, work and tennis, I am weighing in at my old 205 pounds. It has been a while since I have weighed that much, though it has been my long-term weight for many years.
 
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