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My love for traveling started at a young age as my parents would pack me and my siblings in our car and drive hours and hours on end to every national park you can think of. Years later I graduated from college and was scraping by financially as I was on my mission to make it as a Division 1 strength and conditioning coach. With my bank account often nearing zero I didn't think travel was posible for me and told myself that traveling to all these schools for jobs and to play

When the weather turns chilly, nothing beats a warm bowl of soup to lift your spirits and satisfy your hunger. This Parsnip soup is a fantastic choice because it’s creamy, and spicy to warm you up this winter season. I’m excited to share my favorite spicy parsnip soup recipe that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. Creamy spicy parsnip soup garnished with fresh herbs Ingredients You’ll Need To make this soup, gather the following ingredients: 1 pound parsnips, peeled and c

Exercise isn't always fun, but it is crucial to stay with it year round. With the holiday seasons upon us, I wanted to highlight my current training program this time of year. It sometimes is boring but it is simple and effective in keeping me in shape with plenty of other life events happening. Dumbbells and bench ready for strength training Strength Training Routine For strength training currenlty I have adapted ideas from the book "Easy Strength" by Pavel Tsatsouline and D

Introduction: Nutrition is a highly debated topic and nobody can decide what is best for you as a person striving to live a healthy high performing life. I have a simple nutrition guide that I have been following for the last 4 years and has greatly improved my energy and how I feel day to day. The concept is stolen from Jesse Itzler and his book "Living With a SEAL." In the book he invites a Navy SEAL to come live with him for a month and train him. Throughout the book he ta

Strength training is a vital part of any fitness routine. Whether you want to gain muscle, boost athletic performance, or improve your overall health, creating a personalized strength training program can be empower confidence and is effective in improving health and performance. This guide will lead you through the essential steps to develop a program that aligns with your individual needs and goals. Understanding Strength Training Strength training is using external resista

Introduction As we age, we slow down. What if there is research out there that proves certain types of exercise can slow down the process of aging and make you look and feel younger? That exercise? Sprinting. People often think of sprinting and assume it's just for athletes. I'm here to tell you that it is for everyone interested in their personal fitness and performance. I would consider adding it to their exercise plan. Max Effort Sprinting around a track The Science Behind

Are you looking to elevate your performance and overall health? If so, Zone 2 cardio might just be the game-changer you need. This specialized form of cardiovascular exercise promotes fat oxidation and increases your aerobic base. In this blog post, we will explore what Zone 2 cardio is, its benefits, how to measure your heart rate zones, and practical ways to incorporate it into your routine. Understanding Zone 2 Cardio Zone 2 cardio refers to a specific intensity level duri

Welcome to KMarkle Performance Who am I? My name is Kevin Markle and as of writing this blog I am a current Division 1 Athletic Performance coach (aka Strength and Conditioning coach) with the University of Alabama's women's basketball team. I've spent the last 9 years working as an Athletic Performance Coach with a variety of different teams and hundreds of athletes. I started this blog to share some insights into exercise, fitness, and performance that I have discovered ove