Category: "AFM" Articles

December 3, 2012
In the me-focused world of our toddlers, the holidays (for our family, Christmas) can disproportionately revolve around getting. For our inherently selfish little ones, most any gift guide should be renamed a “get” guide....
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December 3, 2012
Many dedicated athletes will at some point in their careers become teachers of the sport. Some make this transition after their racing days are over and others do it while still actively competing. I...
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December 3, 2012
I’ve heard many good things about the infamous Amid at Castle Hill Fitness. A former employee of AFM and a very close friend always told me he put together the best group fitness classes. ...
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December 3, 2012
A lot of triathletes are obsessed with gadgets. There is always the latest, “coolest” gear and technology coming out, and we want to have it. Why? The thought that each one of these toys...
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December 3, 2012
It was day four of the TransRockies six-day trail race and I was in the small town of Redcliff in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. I was part of the finish line catering crew waiting...
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December 3, 2012
Our feet power us through almost every sport imaginable, not to mention keeping us moving healthily throughout the day. In the December print issue of Austin Fit Magazine, you saw Dr. Martha Pyron’s handy...
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December 3, 2012
Are you interested in getting more involved in the Central Texas cycling community in the new year? Well you're in luck! Beginning in January 2013, Bicycle Sport Shop will be offering four new cycling clubs –...
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December 3, 2012
Why the quotes around the word “core”? I think most anyone can recognize the trends, flash, and hype that help sell certain ideas and training tools in the fitness industry. Well, the word “core”...
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December 3, 2012
Twenty-two thousand name tags weigh about 22 pounds—according to the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas staff. John Turner, the marketing and communications director, smiled as he gestured towards one of the site’s prize...
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December 3, 2012
26 Miles for 26 Charities 26 Miles for 26 Charities is the philanthropic program associated with the LiveStrong Austin Marathon and Half Marathon. Every spring, organizations submit an application. The board of directors for...
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December 3, 2012
As a coach, I am fortunate enough to see athletes in action every day. My job is to train, challenge, and motivate athletes. A lot of my athletes share their goals with me as...
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December 3, 2012
Keeping up with cyclists who are faster than you is a pedaling art. Watch experienced riders and you’ll be amazed how their seemingly simple pedal strokes keep them in the group of fast moving...
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December 3, 2012
Claudette Wakefield runs. Does she ever! On October 20, 2012, she completed her goal of racing a half marathon in each of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. She has run more than one...
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November 17, 2012
We had always planned to feature Willie Nelson in one of our issues because he personally supports so many aspects of our mission at AFM, namely to help people be healthy and fit. Surprised? You...
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November 17, 2012
Driving into Willie Nelson’s ranch, off Highway 71 northwest of Austin, is like driving onto a movie set. Actually, it is a movie set; it’s been used in commercials, films, and TV spots. Cars...
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November 17, 2012
As usual, I was traveling the night (and the two weeks) prior to my KMB workout. Waking up early the that morning wasn’t exactly what I had originally planned but, since there was a...
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November 17, 2012
Growing up as a kid in Austin in the late 70s and 80s, my movie heroes were guys like John Matrix (Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Commando”) and Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone). At a young age,...
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November 17, 2012
Here in Austin, we have some really great creative environments to train in and in this month’s column, we are sharing some movements that are being used with some unique training strategies. With access...
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