Marc Lindsay
I'm a writer and editor.
I specialize in creating content for endurance athletics, technology, gear reviews, and outdoor activities.
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A holistic approach to cycling with power and heart rate
When power meters became part of main stream cycling more than a decade ago, many athletes tossed their heart rate monitors to the side in favor of new technology. Cycling power meters were dubbed by many as being more accurate, better for pacing, and easier to use for tracking fitness gains.
While it’s true that heart rate data can be affected by variables such as core temperature, fatigue, hydration, and stress, has this “old school” training tool really become useless in today’s modern pel...
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How to determine functional threshold power (FTP) and cycling training zones
If you’re serious about getting faster on the bike, there are two training tools you shouldn’t be without – a heart rate monitor and a cycling power meter.
While a heart rate monitor is critical for determining how the body is responding to training sessions, how well you’ve recovered in between workouts, and if you’re hydrated, a cycling power meter is just as essential of a training tool.
Use this guide to learn more about how a power meter can help you determine your functional threshold p...
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How to start running | The beginner’s guide to get started and keep going
It’s no secret that running can have a positive effect on your stress levels, immune system, and overall health, but how to start running? We asked former collegiate runner and endurance sports editor Marc Lindsay for his beginner tips to get started with a running regimen.
Starting a running program isn’t easy, but the health benefits and relatively low start-up costs make it one of the most beneficial lifestyle choices you can make.
Use this guide to find out exactly how to start running an...
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The next level | Run like a pro
If you want to run like a pro, you need to train and think like a pro. While most of us will never be as fast as the pros, training like one can help you tap into your full potential as a runner.
But while the main focus of beginner and intermediate runners is building upon your basic fitness level, progressing to more advanced stages will require you to adopt a running lifestyle – meaning what you do when you aren’t running is just as important as the time you spend training out on the road....
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5 Ways to Maximize Long Runs
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Whether you’re training for a marathon or just want to improve your basic fitness level, extending the distance of your weekly long run is a must. A few of the ways running long helps include:
Building leg strength
Improving overall endurance
Teaching your body to burn a higher percentage of fat for fuel
Increasing mental toughness for upcoming races
While the length of your long run may vary depending on your goals, the basic principles are the same. Use these tips to increase the ...
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10 Perfect Marathons for First Timers
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If you’re looking for a flat, fast marathon course, that’s well supported and has plenty of beautiful scenery to keep you distracted, look no further than one of these 10.
While you might run this in the rain, the course is mostly flat and crosses the Willamette River twice with long sections along the riverfront. The average October temperature is a runner-friendly 60°F, and for those of you worried about the six-hour time limit most marathons enforce, the Portland Marathon extends...
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10 Breakfast Ideas for Your Next Camping Trip
As it turns out, you don't need an oven to cook cinnamon rolls. To cook this campfire version, all you need is tinfoil, orange peels and your favorite canned cinnamon roll. To make it happen, cut an orange in half and scoop out the orange so that you just have the peel.
Place your pop-can cinnamon rolls inside the orange-peel halves and wrap with tin foil. Place on the grill and cook for around 20 minutes, flipping once about halfway through.
If you don't mind doing a little prep in the kitch...
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10 Cooking Hacks for Your Next Camping Trip
Putting eggs inside a cooler in the back of a pickup truck is not a gamble you want to make. So you won't end up with a complete disaster on your hands, crack and stir up as many eggs as you'll need in a bowl ahead of time and pour into a plastic bottle or container. This will make transportation much easier and cut down on your potential for a messy situation. When it's time to cook, simply pour the mixture into your hot pan.
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New smartphones are becoming mhealth devices
Today it seems almost everyone owns a smartphone. In fact, there are over 2 billion smartphone users in the world today. And while new smartphones have distributed computing power faster to more people than any technology in history, there haven’t been any huge, step-function advancements in the smartphone market in the last few years.
Sure, incremental gains such as better cameras, faster processors, and more apps and storage space have improved the overall experience, but what major differe...
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Why Hearables Should be Your Number One Choice for the Gym
Many people now take for granted that biometric wearables and hearables “just work”. Everyone knows you can get heart rate from a smart watch, fitness band or a hearable device, right? While this is true, the reality is that depending on the type of activity, not all biometric wearables offer the same level of accuracy. Gym activities – Crossfit, lifting weights, push-ups, sit-ups, resistance training, etc. – are particularly hard on wrist wearables. Many people assume that applies to all wea...
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Five race-day tips to finish your first Gran Fondo
Music, food, and cycling celebrities make Gran Fondos an attractive option for first timers – but that doesn’t mean completing the event will be easy. We asked century-ride veteran and former cycling editor Marc Lindsay to give us his tips for getting to the finish on the day of the race.
More than a race, a Gran Fondo is a celebration of cycling. But while these events can be a lot of fun, they’re challenging too – and will require plenty of planning and preparation.
To help you conquer your...
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10 Unusual Products You Might Need on a Bike Ride | ACTIVE
10 Unusual Products You Might Need on a Bike Ride | ACTIVE CYCLING
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Avoid Bonking on the Bike with These Easy Tips - MapMyFitness Blog
Avoid Bonking on the Bike with These Easy Tips - Ma...