Safety
5 articles
GearOctober 28, 2026 · 8 MIN
Cycling Helmet: Aerodynamics vs Safety Trade-Offs
A well-ventilated road helmet adds 30–60 seconds of aerodynamic drag over a 40 km time trial compared to an aero helmet. Understanding MIPS and WaveCel safety technologies, ventilation design, retention systems, and aero-road hybrid helmets helps you balance speed, protection, and thermal comfort.
Race StrategyOctober 26, 2026 · 8 MIN
Wet Weather Racing: Tactics for Grip, Visibility, and Safety
Rain reduces road friction coefficients by 35–50% and cuts visibility to under 100 metres in heavy downpours. Adjusting cornering technique, shoe selection, pacing strategy, and gear preparation for wet conditions can prevent the crashes, hypothermia, and pacing errors that turn a wet race into a DNF.
TrainingAugust 16, 2026 · 10 MIN
Cold Weather Running: How to Train Safely and Effectively Below 5°C
Running in cold weather is safe down to −20°C with proper layering — and can actually improve fat oxidation by 12–30%. This guide covers thermoregulation science, gear layering, breathing strategies, and performance adjustments for winter training.
TrainingAugust 12, 2026 · 9 MIN
Running During Pregnancy: A Trimester-by-Trimester Safety Guide
Current ACOG guidelines support continued running throughout pregnancy for healthy women. This trimester-specific guide covers pace adjustments, heart rate ceilings, warning signs, and when to modify or stop.
HydrationAugust 10, 2026 · 8 MIN
Hyponatremia Prevention: Why Drinking Too Much Water Is Dangerous in Endurance Events
Exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH) — dangerously low blood sodium from overhydration — kills athletes who drink too much plain water. It is underdiagnosed, frequently confused with dehydration, and entirely preventable with a sodium-first hydration strategy.