Harnessing the Power of Ashwagandha: Adapting to Training Stress for Endurance Performance

Harnessing the Power of Ashwagandha: Adapting to Training Stress for Endurance Performance

By Jennifer Kurtz, PhD, CISSN, CSCS, EP-C

Can a 3,000-year-old Ayurvedic herb actually make you a faster endurance athlete? We break down what modern sports science says about ashwagandha, cortisol, and recovery.

September 04, 2026
Unleashing Your Full Potential: Why Iron is a Non-Negotiable Foundation

Unleashing Your Full Potential: Why Iron is a Non-Negotiable Foundation

By Jennifer Kurtz, PhD, CISSN, CSCS, EP-C

Heavy legs on an easy run or a heart rate that doesn't behave how you expect isn't always about fitness. Iron is foundational to oxygen delivery and storage and plays a key role in expressing the fitness athletes build.

August 20, 2026
Behind the Lens at Colombia’s Transcordilleras 2026

Behind the Lens at Colombia’s Transcordilleras 2026

With Whitney Allison

"One of the most asked questions I get is whether I would go back to Transcordilleras. For the last three years, the answer has been an absolute yes. The experience, the people you meet, and the places you see change your perspective on how the world works, how people live, and what truly matters." 

March 30, 2026