Comments for Holistic Athlete

Comment on Is Fluoride Safe? by Lew Alcindor

Lew Alcindor — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:57:32 +0000

“Based on what I can find, there is no strong evidence or Meta Analysis that definitively says that there are dangers to drinking water with fluoride.”
Seems like we concluded the Secretary of Health is a fearmongering piece of shit?

Overall a nice little article with sound rationale.

Comment on Latest on Alcohol. How much is healthy? by RonB

RonB — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:49:18 +0000

An excellent and well written article, Luke.

Comment on The Scoop On The New Weight Loss Drugs by Teri

Teri — Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:08:41 +0000

I did Ozempic for 18 weeks. I dropped 20 lbs. With no known side effects. However, I understand that taking this med. Long term would cause other health issues down the line so stopped taking it. My weight did not go back up. Using weight loss medication benefited me by slowing down the overpowering urge of eating and allowed me to focus on why I was making these poor food choices and make positive changes. I have now lost 40 lbs. Using the medication broke something in me in a positive way. The medication is not a fix but can be a helpful tool for some people if used properly.

Comment on Can Running Outside in the Cold Make You Sick? by Gray Gladys

Gray Gladys — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 10:29:29 +0000

Many runners find that running with a head cold actually makes them feel better at least temporarily. Though it s not an exact science, running can help with some cold symptoms because exercise releases adrenaline also called epinephrine, which is a natural decongestant. Running may decrease some of the congestion in the nose and sinuses, and you will still feel that natural endorphin high when you re finished, Carter says.

Comment on Little Debbie Ironman. Huh? by Ben

Ben — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 18:00:59 +0000

It’s idiotic. All of Ironman’s success hinges on their branding and this definitely harms their branding. speaks to either a lack of integrity with their company values or ignorance to health and nutrition.

Comment on Healthy Food Substitutions by Lee

Lee — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:01:55 +0000

I’m cutting on rice and this article gave me a bright idea of what substitute is best

Comment on Why I Lift Weights, And So Should You by Transgeneracional

Transgeneracional — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 20:02:32 +0000

Thank you so much !

Comment on Ironman Louisville 2017 Race Report by Luke Powell

Luke Powell — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 18:29:41 +0000

In reply to Bob Harlow. Thanks Bob. It was definitely a race that I will never forget (for lots of reasons). Congrats on your finish as well! Thanks for reading the blog.

Comment on Ironman Louisville 2017 Race Report by Bob Harlow

Bob Harlow — Sat, 21 Oct 2017 00:53:11 +0000

Luke – I am a friend of Mark Kull – great race and time! – I agree this IM Day was a real mental challenge because of the choppy river but mostly the difficult bike conditions of wind, dropping temperature and for me 30 minutes of rain at mile 95. Congrats on digging deep with a nice win.

Comment on 2017 Ironman Louisville Pro Race Preview by Thomas Gerlach

Thomas Gerlach — Sat, 14 Oct 2017 13:29:27 +0000

Luke,

Thanks the kinds words. I am here but I have definitely had a rough season due to a variety of illnesses. I never count myself out of anything but it will certainely take a very good day to reach the podium!!!

Cheers
-TG