5 CBD Myths
When it comes to CBD, many misconceptions exist about the effects and uses of this unique product. In this blog post, we debunk 5 common myths about CBD so that you can make an informed decision when considering it as a potential supplement. We hope to dispel misinformation and provide helpful guidance in order to […]
5 Ways To Improve Your Marathon Times
It’s time to start thinking about improving your marathon times for 2023. While the hours of training running long distances with high intensity is certainly key, other major components can help you get faster times over those 26.2 miles. In this blog post, we’ll discuss five tips to push your performance during every marathon in […]
How to Quickly Bounce Back from Hard Training Sessions
You’ve just finished a grueling training session and feel exhausted. At times like these, it can be difficult to stay motivated, but with the right strategies, you can quickly bounce back after tough workouts and maintain your momentum. In this blog post, we will discuss effective techniques that you can use to beat feeling drained […]
Get the New 2023 Athlete Training Calendar – Free Download
Our new 2023 training calendar, designed specifically for athletes is available for free! This calendar has horizontal months along with numbered weeks, highlighted weekends, and a goal scale across the top.
The Overtraining Survival Guide
Are You Training Too Much? Overtraining can be a serious problem for athletes. It can lead to injuries, illness, and a decrease in performance. It can also cause feelings of depression and anxiety. The Overtraining Survival Guide will help athletes to understand what overtraining is, how to prevent it, and how to recover from it. […]
Setting Up the 2022 Training Calendar
Coach Scott Jones and Venga CBD founder Jay OHare bust out the new 2022 training calendar to talk about how to efficiently and effectively plan your year of training. Whether you are running your first ultra or training for multiple events you’ll walk away with a few ideas and concepts on better planning for endurance […]
The Anatomy & Physiology of an Athlete
Here at Venga we’re total physiology nerds. We’ve been geeking out over the Institute of Human Anatomy’s YouTube channel where they use real cadavers to show and explain all kinds of conditions and processes of the human body.
This is a truly amazing YouTube channel.
Maybe The Most Frustrating Thing About Being an Athlete
There’s nothing more frustrating than being on the sidelines with an injury. You know your body needs the recovery time but it can seem to take forever to recover. When it’s finally time to get back into your sport many times, well-intentioned athletes make mistakes and so often re-injure themselves setting them back even further. […]
10 Ways Athletes Can Get the Most Out of Their Recovery
“Recovery is the cornerstone of performance.” This quote by Dr. Phil Maffetone sums it up well. Athletes need recovery to perform well, and recovery comes in many forms. One way you can recover faster is by getting enough sleep every night. Another vital recovery strategy is staying hydrated throughout the day. Here are 10 ways […]
CBD for Athletes – The 99% Podcast Interview
Venga founder & CEO, Jay OHare goes in-depth with Marilyn, Mark & Elliot of the 99% Podcast. Hosted by Elliot Bassett, Mountain Endurance head coach Marilyn Chychota head coach of Marilyn Chychota Coaching Jesse Vondracek, head coach of Top Step Training This is a podcast dedicated to the big picture ways to get faster and […]
Ibuprofen: The World’s Longest List of Harmful Side Effects
Among endurance athletes who put their bodies through the wringer on a regular basis, the percentage of those who regularly take OTC drugs like ibuprofen is extremely high. And taking ibuprofen or similar drugs during endurance efforts has been shown to have a long list of harmful side effects, with one study showing that for […]
How Venga CBD Benefits Athletes
Interview with Venga CEO Jay OHare
Go behind the scenes of Venga CBD with this in-depth interview with Venga CBD founder & CEO Jay OHare. This interview originally appeared on the 303 Endurance Podcast. Jay discusses the important role CBD can play in helping endurance athletes perform their best, why Venga CBD is different and significantly better than other products as […]
