Recently, an athlete died during the Boney Mountain Trail Half Marathon in my backyard – the Santa Monica Mountains. I have participated in this race and others that are part of the SoCal Trail Series. I know these races to be well-run with a friendly vibe. While the cause of death has not been officially […]
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Recently, I was shopping at Trader Joe’s and found myself comparing food labels. I compared meatballs: Trader Joe’s Chicken Meatballs vs. their Meatless Meatballs. I wondered which of the two options was the better choice from a heart health standpoint, and why? Debates around diets can be touchy, and frankly, exhausting. Everyone seems to have
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Way back in 2010, when I was still a very active endurance athlete, racing 10 or more times a year, I remember one particular visit to my doctor for a routine physical. That’s when I was told I had “athlete’s heart.” My doctor quickly followed up by saying it was nothing to worry about and
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Triathletes are often seen as the epitome of peak physical fitness, but even the most conditioned hearts can be vulnerable to disease. In some cases, the consequences are deadly – both on and off the race course. A Wikipedia list even tracks multisport fatalities, underscoring the risks. In the best-case scenario, athletes are attuned
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When it comes to staying healthy, focusing on the basics—exercise, a good diet, and quality sleep—is essential. Apple Health helps you track all these wellness metrics, from fitness tracking features like steps, heart rate, and activity levels, to monitoring your sleep and more. But staying healthy goes beyond just fitness. Equally important is visiting your
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We have all felt butterflies in our stomachs—the fluttery sensation one can feel in the abdomen when nervous, anxious, excited, or anticipating something. While those butterflies may come about before giving a big speech or entering an uncomfortable situation, they are often associated with positive feelings like attraction or love. These butterflies typically flitter away
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I’ve just come from the memorial of a friend who tragically and suddenly died while mountain biking with another friend in the Santa Monica mountains. Lukas was an accomplished triathlete and ultrarunner. More importantly, he was a husband, father, son, brother, respected colleague, and loyal friend. His sudden passing has left many of us shocked
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In his insightful New York Times best-selling book From Strength to Strength, Harvard professor Arthur Brooks discusses how, as we age, our focus naturally shifts from pursuing external achievements to seeking inner peace, fulfillment, and happiness. He highlights the transition into the later stages of life when cultivating spiritual and emotional well-being becomes paramount. Brooks
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For those of you who were around in the early 2000s, you may recall Lance Armstrong’s name being mentioned enthusiastically as he mounted his pursuit of seven Tour de France wins. His name was unmissable, even if you weren’t a fan of bicycle racing. His story of overcoming testicular cancer and ultimately dominating what is
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When it comes to heart disease, knowledge is power. The sooner you are aware of your heart condition or potential for a heart condition, the better able you will be to seek the treatment needed to minimize or avoid a catastrophic event. There are two primary underlying causes of heart disease. The first is related
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