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Field Notes / Vol. 04

Journal

Training insights, gear testing logs, programming guides, and recovery protocols from the Northbound team. Field-tested knowledge, no filler.

How we density-tested the RC-01 foam roller
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VOL.04 / 01 · 6 min read read
Field Notes

How we density-tested the RC-01 foam roller

A look inside the testing process that shaped our flagship foam roller — from raw material selection to final production spec.

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Recent articles

VOL.04 / 02 9 min read read
Programming

Linear progression vs. block periodization

Two dominant approaches to structuring training — when each one works, when it stalls, and how to decide which fits yo...

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VOL.04 / 03 7 min read read
Recovery

What 12 weeks of cold therapy actually changes

We tracked objective markers over a 12-week cold water immersion protocol. Here is what moved, what did not, and what su...

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VOL.04 / 04 5 min read read
Nutrition

What to eat before training — and what to skip

Pre-workout nutrition does not need to be complicated. Here is a straightforward guide to fueling your sessions effectiv...

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VOL.04 / 05 4 min read read
Habits

Why consistency beats intensity every time

Showing up matters more than going hard. A practical look at building training habits that last beyond the first six wee...

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VOL.04 / 06 6 min read read
Mobility

Joint health for athletes who plan to train for decades

Training hard is only sustainable if your joints can keep up. A long-term approach to keeping your connective tissue hea...

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Resources

Digital resources

Free guides, printable journals, and planning tools designed for athletes who track their work.

Journal

Training Journal

$1.08

Daily workout log with RPE tracking, load progression tables, and weekly reflection prompts. 90-day format, printable PDF.

Guide

Mobility Field Guide

$1.30

Joint-by-joint mobility assessment and daily 15-minute routines. Illustrated movement library with coaching cues.

Planner

Recovery Blueprint

$1.60

8-week recovery periodization planner. Integrates sleep, nutrition, cold therapy, and soft tissue work into a single system.

Guide

Hydration Handbook

$2.10

Electrolyte timing, sweat rate calculation worksheets, and hydration protocols for training and competition.

Recipes

Meal Prep Playbook

$2.40

26 high-protein recipes designed for weekly batch cooking. Macro breakdowns, grocery lists, and prep timelines included.

Guide

Program Selection Guide

$2.70

Questionnaire and decision tree to help you choose the right Northbound training program for your goals and experience level.

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