Saturday, December 24, 2011

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our Epic Sports Performance Athletes. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday. We look forward to the joys of a new year. Keep your head up and the rubber side down.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from us at Epic Sports Performance.

Saturday, November 5, 2011

Get Motivated!!!!

http://youtu.be/pJf4USdb8lg

Sunday, October 30, 2011

MEDIA - ATV NEWS

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2012 Coaching

Epic Sports Performance is now accepting athletes for the 2012 endurance season. Whether it is cycling racing, triathlons/duatlons, running, or off-season strength and conditioning. Epic Sports Performance can help you reach your goals. Reserve your spot today! For inquiries about coaching services please contact jeffschiller(at)epicsportsperformance.ca

CYCLOCROSS SEASON


MACCA "ISMS"

You can never lie to the person in the mirror. Facing truth and admitting weakness is what will ultimately free you to find your strength, your power, and your dreams. That magnetic force is called ego. It keeps each of us from opening our eyes to embrace our frailties, but like the weak link in the chain, unless we find it and fortify it, we will fail when tugged on by life’s biggest missions.” - Chris (Macca) McCormack

Looking for Coaching Next Season?

Epic Sports Performance is now accepting athletes for the 2012 endurance season. Whether it is cycling racing, triathlons/duathlons, running, or off-season strength and conditioning. Epic Sports Performance can help you reach your goals. Reserve your spot today! For inquiries about coaching services please contact jeffschiller(at)epicsportsperformance.ca

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Monday, October 17, 2011



Epic Sports Performance is now accepting athletes for the 2012 endurance season. Whether it is cycling racing, triathlons/duatlons, running, or off-season strength and conditioning. Epic Sports Performance can help you reach your goals. Reserve your spot today! For inquiries about coaching services please contact jeffschiller(at)epicsportsperformance.ca

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Cyclocross Season Is HERE



Cyclocross season is here. The above photo is an Epic Sports Performance Athlete (Marco Li) clearing a barrier at the Halton Cross Race. Good luck to those athletes competing at the Toronto Cyclocross this weekend.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

You can never lie to the person in the mirror. Facing thruth and admitting weakness is what will ultimately free you to find your strength, your power, and your dreams. That magnetic force is called ego. It keeps each of us from opening our eyes to embrace our frailties, but like the weak link in the chain, unless we find it and fortify it, we will fail when tugged on by life’s biggest missions.” - Chris (Macca) McCormack

You can never lie to the person in the mirror. Facing thruth and admitting weakness is what will ultimately free you to find your strength, your power, and your dreams. That magnetic force is called ego. It keeps each of us from opening our eyes to embrace our frailties, but like the weak link in the chain, unless we find it and fortify it, we will fail when tugged on by life’s biggest missions.” - Chris (Macca) McCormack

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Meal of the Moment: Quinoa



MEAL OF THE MOMENT: Mexican Quinoa Salad

This meal was submitted by Athlete Marc.

Quinoa is a good alternative to pasta or rice. it’s a complete source of protein, and easy to prepare. This salad is great as either a side or main, and makes for good leftovers.

Ingredients
3 cups quinoa, cooked (= 1 cup dry)
juice of 1 lemon (about 3 Tbsp)
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tsp cumin
1 1/2 cups black beans (about a can, rinsed)
1 1/2 cups corn (about 2 cobs, cooked, or use frozen if you need to)
1/2 small red onion, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup olives, chopped
1/4 cilantro

Prep:
1) Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. This involves boiling it in water, and takes about 15 minutes.
2) Let it cool a bit, then add all the other ingredients. Stir.
3) Serve either at room temperature or chilled. Leftovers will keep about a week if refrigerated.

There are really only two types of people in the world. People who say they can not and people who say they can!” - anonymous

There are really only two types of people in the world. People who say they can not and people who say they can!” - anonymous

Monday, August 15, 2011

Coach Schiller Ontario Cup Series Winner



Coach Schiller takes Elite Men’s Ontario Cup Series Overall. Thanks John Safka @ cyclingphotos.ca


Chris Balestrini 3rd @ Niagara Classic Ontario Cup #7. Chris also tied for the U23 Ocup Overall. Way to go Chris. Thanks to Jon Safka @ Cyclingphotos.ca 



Chris Balestrini 3rd @ Niagara Classic Ontario Cup #7. Chris also tied for the U23 Ocup Overall. Way to go Chris. Thanks to Jon Safka @ Cyclingphotos.ca 



Chris Balestrini 3rd @ Niagara Classic Ontario Cup #7. Chris also tied for the U23 Ocup Overall. Way to go Chris. Thanks to Jon Safka @ Cyclingphotos.ca 

Tuesday, August 9, 2011



A new addition to the Epic Sports Performance training tools.



A new addition to the Epic Sports Performance training tools.



A new addition to the Epic Sports Performance training tools.

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Though provoking quote!

“don’t stress, peak performance comes from joy, not stress.”- H. Comeau

Though provoking quote!

“don’t stress, peak performance comes from joy, not stress.”- H. Comeau

Though provoking quote!

“don’t stress, peak performance comes from joy, not stress.”- H. Comeau

Friday, August 5, 2011

Epic Sports Performance Athletes Competing

Good luck to Kyle fry racing at tour of Elk Grove and Evan Mundy racing the tour of catskills. Good luck guys!

Epic Sports Performance Athletes Competing

Good luck to Kyle fry racing at tour of Elk Grove and Evan Mundy racing the tour of catskills. Good luck guys!

Epic Sports Performance Athletes Competing

Good luck to Kyle fry racing at tour of Elk Grove and Evan Mundy racing the tour of catskills. Good luck guys!

Tuesday, August 2, 2011



MEAL OF THE MOMENT: OATMEAL PANCAKES



Details


When your everyday oatmeal breakfast becomes boring, mix it up with these excellent pancakes! They are packed with the nutrition of a bowl of Eat-Clean oatmeal and more!


Ingredients


• 2 1/2 cups / 600 ml dry rolled oats
• 6 egg whites 
• 1 cup / 240 ml milk of your choice
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml ground flaxseed 
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml safflower oil 
• 1 tsp / 5 ml baking powder 
• 1 tsp / 5ml vanilla 
• 1 tsp / 5ml cinnamon 
• Cooking spray


Preparation


  1. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend the mixture for 20 seconds. The resulting mixture should be smooth. Spray a griddle or skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake mixture on the hot surface. Cook until the panckes are dry and bubbly on the edges. Bubbles should appear on top, as well. Turn and brown the other side.

  2. Try using unsweetened applesauce or mixed fruit to top your pancakes as an alternative to maple syrup.



MEAL OF THE MOMENT: OATMEAL PANCAKES



Details


When your everyday oatmeal breakfast becomes boring, mix it up with these excellent pancakes! They are packed with the nutrition of a bowl of Eat-Clean oatmeal and more!


Ingredients


• 2 1/2 cups / 600 ml dry rolled oats
• 6 egg whites 
• 1 cup / 240 ml milk of your choice
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml ground flaxseed 
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml safflower oil 
• 1 tsp / 5 ml baking powder 
• 1 tsp / 5ml vanilla 
• 1 tsp / 5ml cinnamon 
• Cooking spray


Preparation


  1. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend the mixture for 20 seconds. The resulting mixture should be smooth. Spray a griddle or skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake mixture on the hot surface. Cook until the panckes are dry and bubbly on the edges. Bubbles should appear on top, as well. Turn and brown the other side.

  2. Try using unsweetened applesauce or mixed fruit to top your pancakes as an alternative to maple syrup.



MEAL OF THE MOMENT: OATMEAL PANCAKES



Details


When your everyday oatmeal breakfast becomes boring, mix it up with these excellent pancakes! They are packed with the nutrition of a bowl of Eat-Clean oatmeal and more!


Ingredients


• 2 1/2 cups / 600 ml dry rolled oats
• 6 egg whites 
• 1 cup / 240 ml milk of your choice
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml ground flaxseed 
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml safflower oil 
• 1 tsp / 5 ml baking powder 
• 1 tsp / 5ml vanilla 
• 1 tsp / 5ml cinnamon 
• Cooking spray


Preparation


  1. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend the mixture for 20 seconds. The resulting mixture should be smooth. Spray a griddle or skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake mixture on the hot surface. Cook until the panckes are dry and bubbly on the edges. Bubbles should appear on top, as well. Turn and brown the other side.

  2. Try using unsweetened applesauce or mixed fruit to top your pancakes as an alternative to maple syrup.

Saturday, July 30, 2011



Why do we ride? Marco Li and I are in Charlotte, NC for the NRC Presbyterian Charlotte Criterium. We arrived late yesterday night and needed to head out for a ride to flush out our legs from the long day in the car. We determined a route that we thought was safe enough to travel and We rode straight into a 24 hour charity ride (http://www.24hoursofbooty.org). The experience was amazing! First, it was in a great neighbourhood community. The residents were out on their front lawns with cheering stations, banners, music, drinks, food, etc. Friends, family, and rider support crews were scattered all the way around the 8 km loop. What an experience. There must have been 1500- 2000 cyclists of all abilities riding for someone who has had, currently has, or had passed away due to cancer. It raised a valuable question in my mind. Why do we ride? What are we riding for? Who will you ride for? Let us not forget the importance of this question. Happy Training. Enjoy the Ride!



Why do we ride? Marco Li and I are in Charlotte, NC for the NRC Presbyterian Charlotte Criterium. We arrived late yesterday night and needed to head out for a ride to flush out our legs from the long day in the car. We determined a route that we thought was safe enough to travel and We rode straight into a 24 hour charity ride (http://www.24hoursofbooty.org). The experience was amazing! First, it was in a great neighbourhood community. The residents were out on their front lawns with cheering stations, banners, music, drinks, food, etc. Friends, family, and rider support crews were scattered all the way around the 8 km loop. What an experience. There must have been 1500- 2000 cyclists of all abilities riding for someone who has had, currently has, or had passed away due to cancer. It raised a valuable question in my mind. Why do we ride? What are we riding for? Who will you ride for? Let us not forget the importance of this question. Happy Training. Enjoy the Ride!



Why do we ride? Marco Li and I are in Charlotte, NC for the NRC Presbyterian Charlotte Criterium. We arrived late yesterday night and needed to head out for a ride to flush out our legs from the long day in the car. We determined a route that we thought was safe enough to travel and We rode straight into a 24 hour charity ride (http://www.24hoursofbooty.org). The experience was amazing! First, it was in a great neighbourhood community. The residents were out on their front lawns with cheering stations, banners, music, drinks, food, etc. Friends, family, and rider support crews were scattered all the way around the 8 km loop. What an experience. There must have been 1500- 2000 cyclists of all abilities riding for someone who has had, currently has, or had passed away due to cancer. It raised a valuable question in my mind. Why do we ride? What are we riding for? Who will you ride for? Let us not forget the importance of this question. Happy Training. Enjoy the Ride!

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Motivation is like money. You will never have enough. You will spend way more than you have and then when you finally have some you usually blow it on useless things. I say use your motivation generously. Save some for a rainy day. Enjoy it while you have it! TRAIN HARD EVERYONE!

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

U23 Ontario Road Champion - Evan Mundy



Congrats to Epic Sports Performance Athlete Evan Mundy on his U23 Provincial Championship Title. Other Notables include Chris Balestrini 4th (U23) and Jeff Schiller 3rd (Elite Men). Thanks to Jon Safka from Cyclingphotos.ca for the photos.

U23 Ontario Road Champion - Evan Mundy



Congrats to Epic Sports Performance Athlete Evan Mundy on his U23 Provincial Championship Title. Other Notables include Chris Balestrini 4th (U23) and Jeff Schiller 3rd (Elite Men). Thanks to Jon Safka from Cyclingphotos.ca for the photos.

U23 Ontario Road Champion - Evan Mundy



Congrats to Epic Sports Performance Athlete Evan Mundy on his U23 Provincial Championship Title. Other Notables include Chris Balestrini 4th (U23) and Jeff Schiller 3rd (Elite Men). Thanks to Jon Safka from Cyclingphotos.ca for the photos.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Ontario Provincial Championships

Good luck to all Epic Sports Performance athletes competing today in the Ontario Provincial Road Race Championships!

Ontario Provincial Championships

Good luck to all Epic Sports Performance athletes competing today in the Ontario Provincial Road Race Championships!

Ontario Provincial Championships

Good luck to all Epic Sports Performance athletes competing today in the Ontario Provincial Road Race Championships!

Thursday, July 21, 2011

HEAT AND TRAINING

At times like these it is often better to take a day off and avoid heat stroke/heat exhaustion. Please take care and caution when exercising in these extreme temperatures. Stay out of the sun, stay hydrated, and keep cool. 


The Canadian Red Cross Suggests;



PREVENTION:


  • Avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day; the sun is least strong in the early morning or later evening hours

  • Slow down heat-inducing activities. Work and exercise in brief periods

  • Take frequent breaks

  • Dress in light, loose clothing and wear a hat

  • Drink plenty of cool fluids, like water, but avoid caffeine and alcohol

SYMPTOMS TO WATCH FOR:


  • Severe muscle contractions, usually in the legs or abdomen

  • Normal or elevated body temperature

  • Dizziness and weakness

  • Rapid, weak pulse becoming irregular

  • Irritable, bizarre or combative behaviour

  • Headache

HOW TO HELP:


  • Cool the body by bathing or sponging with lukewarm to cool water

  • Stay Hyrated. Give cool fluids in small sips

  • Dress appropriately by removing excess clothing and loosen existing clothing

  • Move person to cooler location

  • If symptoms continue CALL 911

HEAT AND TRAINING

At times like these it is often better to take a day off and avoid heat stroke/heat exhaustion. Please take care and caution when exercising in these extreme temperatures. Stay out of the sun, stay hydrated, and keep cool. 


The Canadian Red Cross Suggests;



PREVENTION:


  • Avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day; the sun is least strong in the early morning or later evening hours

  • Slow down heat-inducing activities. Work and exercise in brief periods

  • Take frequent breaks

  • Dress in light, loose clothing and wear a hat

  • Drink plenty of cool fluids, like water, but avoid caffeine and alcohol

SYMPTOMS TO WATCH FOR:


  • Severe muscle contractions, usually in the legs or abdomen

  • Normal or elevated body temperature

  • Dizziness and weakness

  • Rapid, weak pulse becoming irregular

  • Irritable, bizarre or combative behaviour

  • Headache

HOW TO HELP:


  • Cool the body by bathing or sponging with lukewarm to cool water

  • Stay Hyrated. Give cool fluids in small sips

  • Dress appropriately by removing excess clothing and loosen existing clothing

  • Move person to cooler location

  • If symptoms continue CALL 911

HEAT AND TRAINING

At times like these it is often better to take a day off and avoid heat stroke/heat exhaustion. Please take care and caution when exercising in these extreme temperatures. Stay out of the sun, stay hydrated, and keep cool. 


The Canadian Red Cross Suggests;



PREVENTION:


  • Avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day; the sun is least strong in the early morning or later evening hours

  • Slow down heat-inducing activities. Work and exercise in brief periods

  • Take frequent breaks

  • Dress in light, loose clothing and wear a hat

  • Drink plenty of cool fluids, like water, but avoid caffeine and alcohol

SYMPTOMS TO WATCH FOR:


  • Severe muscle contractions, usually in the legs or abdomen

  • Normal or elevated body temperature

  • Dizziness and weakness

  • Rapid, weak pulse becoming irregular

  • Irritable, bizarre or combative behaviour

  • Headache

HOW TO HELP:


  • Cool the body by bathing or sponging with lukewarm to cool water

  • Stay Hyrated. Give cool fluids in small sips

  • Dress appropriately by removing excess clothing and loosen existing clothing

  • Move person to cooler location

  • If symptoms continue CALL 911