A Paradigm Shift in Endurance Athletes - stop masking the injury

Endurance athletes continually push their bodies to the limit, and in some circles those who can suffer most will be able to endure longer and have better results.  With high frequency and intense training this can lead to decreased recovery, pain and eventually injury.  To persevere, some athletes will pop NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory) such as Ibuprofen like candy.  In specific sports the prevalence of NSAID use among athletes has been reported as high as 90%. 

Bike to Run. Trying to limit muscle fatigue

Last summer I did a few adventure races and it wasn’t until my final race of the season when I quickly transitioned from the bike to the run that I really felt the fatigue in my quads. Here is a photo of that transition. 

Me, hiding the pain well