There may not be a universal “perfect form,” but one thing’s for sure: you should stop overstriding. Foot strike is dominating the discussion about running form. Some researchers say that if we run as our ancestors did (barefoot or close to it), it would be impossible to land on the heel, therefore heel striking—and the cushioned shoes that encourage it—is the reason so many runners get injured. Dr. Peter Larson, an associate professor of biology at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, doesn’t see foot strike as the main issue. After plowing through hundreds of years of research for his upcoming book Tread Lightly, Larson, who’s also behind the innovative running site Runblogger.com, discovered that there’s not one perfect shoe for everyone (some people need more support) nor are there form rules that everyone should follow. “We all have different backgrounds, different bodies, different fitness levels and different histories of shoe use that will have some impact on what we do when...

Photo: Nick MoralesA strong field of non-drafting short-course specialists is expected for Saturday’s 12th annual Life Time Tri Minneapolis. The Course: More than 2,000 pro and amateur athletes will take on the Olympic- and sprint-distance courses at the 12th annual Life Time Tri Minneapolis, to be held at Lake Nokomis, Minn., on Saturday, July 12. The race is the third stop in the six-race pro series (other LTF races are South Beach, held in Miami; New York City; Chicago; CapTex in Austin, Texas; and Oceanside near San Diego, Calif.). Pros will be racing on the Olympic-distance course, which features a 1500-meter swim in Lake Nokomis starting form the northwest side of the lake, a 40K bike that navigates along the Mississippi River and “City of Lakes,” and ends with a 10K run around the shore of Lake Nokomis to the cheers of thousands of spectators. The Pro Race: Professional triathletes will be competing in Minneapolis for a $30,000 prize purse (which pays five deep with $7,000 each...

Photo: www.LEFRAKPHOTOGRAPHY.COMThe beautiful Donner Lake Triathlon, now in its 33rd year, should be on your bucket list. This year, the beautiful Donner Lake Triathlon will be running for the 33rd year in Truckee, Calif., just north of Lake Tahoe in the midst of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The epic location, which features stunning scenery, makes it a bucket-list triathlon for many triathletes. Featuring a sprint, Olympic and half all in one July weekend, the Donner Lake Tri expects 1,000 participants this year, says Todd Jackson, Director of Big Blue Adventure. “The Donner Lake Triathlon is held at a truly beautiful and energetic location,” Jackson says. “The scenery is epic.” The swim is held in the clear, alpine Donner Lake, on its leeward/western shore, which makes for a typically low wind and calm water conditions for the start. “Also we can watch the sunrise just prior to the start,” Jackson says. From the start at West End Beach, you’ll see “granite and volcanic rock...

Photo: John David Becker DIY alternatives to dairy for your morning oatmeal, post-workout smoothies and more. If you can blend it, you can milk it. Almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, hemp seeds, soybeans and oats can all be liquefied with water and turned into plant-based milks. “Blending up a variety of plant-based milks creates huge opportunity for nutrient diversity, as well as taste bud satisfaction,” says Tess Masters, author of The Blender Girl: Super-Easy, Super-Healthy Meals, Snacks, Desserts, and Drinks. “Homemade milks are delicious, and you can completely control the integrity of the product—the quality of the raw ingredients, the texture, flavor and sugar levels.” RELATED: Dried Blueberry And Real Vanilla Bean Oatmeal Recipe The post DIY Diary Alternatives appeared first on Triathlete.com.

1 of {count} Back to Start View Larger Image.August 2014 Issue of Triathlete Magazine The August issue of Triathlete is packed with tips to get you training and racing better than ever in the height of racing season. From some of our favorite family-friendly races to more than 50 timesaving tips from expert multitaskers, plus all the top gear coverage, nutrition advice and training tips from top coaches, our magazine is your essential triathlon companion this summer.View Larger Image.August 2014 Issue of Triathlete Magazine Triathlon doesn't have to be a solitary sport. We searched nationwide for the best family-friendly events where your spouse and kids will have just as much fun.View Larger Image.August 2014 Issue of Triathlete Magazine Triathlete multitaskers, from athletes to top coaches, share their top tips for time efficiency and how they prioritize the numerous tasks that swamp their schedules.View Larger Image.August 2014 Issue of Triathlete...