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Research
Research is the most important value at First Endurance. We are driven
by a desire to ensure our products are proven to enhance endurance
performance, have scientific validation and are safe and legal for
competition.
The Endurance Research Board's (ERB) objective is to offer a broad
perspective on both innovative and long- standing endurance nutrition.
Through the First Endurance Newsletter, the ERB will bring information
on key topics critical to improving endurance performance. The ERB's
expertise and racing experience will be used to collaborate on future
First Endurance products in order develop the best endurance products
in the world.
The ERB stands apart from all other science teams. In addition to
having advance science degrees, each member of our ERB races at an
elite level. Our scientists are professional mountain bikers,
professional triathletes and Cat I cyclists. These scientists fully
understand the meaning of VO2max, anaerobic threshold and lactic acid
because they enter the same races you do. The information provided
through the ERB consists of solid science along side proven race
experience. The result is a team of race ready scientist.
Members of the Endurance Research Board include:
Sally Warner
MA Ph.D.
| As an exercise physiologist,
athlete, and coach, I have encountered numerous so-called "performance
enhancing" supplements that have no evidence to support their claims.
As a critic, I witnessed other cyclists benefiting from Optygen, but
still deliberated for a few months before I decided to try it. I have
raced bicycles for 12 years both on and off-road. Since I started
taking Optygen, I have noticed several performance benefits. I am
producing more power at a lower heart rate at all levels of intensity.
During high intensity efforts, I experience less pain, breathing
stress, and fatigue (both mental & physical). My HR recovers
between efforts much faster than ever. Prior to Optygen, I would
require at least 2 minutes to get my HR from 170bpm to below 120bpm, it
now drops from 170bpm to below 80bpm within 1 minute of recovery! As
you know, the rider that can generate, sustain, and repeat the highest
power output with the least physical stress is the most likely one to
win a race. Once you try Optygen for 10 days you will understand why my
opinion changed from skeptic to advocate! Optygen really works!! |
Ph.D. Exercise Physiology
A Biophysical Science of Sport
Professional Mountainbiker
Cat II cyclist
Expert Level USA Cycling Coach
Education:
M.A. Biophysical Science of Sport - University of
Connecticut - 1997
PhD, Exercise Physiology - University of Utah -
2003
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Sally is an exercise physiologist, coach, and professional
mountainbiker who applied her advanced science degree to practical 'on
bike' experience.
Sally has been racing bikes for over ten years and as a pro for the
last five years. Her cycling has taken her to competitions all over the
world. Sally has been engaged in many competitive sports including
soccer, lacrosse, ski racing, and horseback riding. She became a
cyclist as part of rehabilitation from knee reconstructive surgery in
1989. She also enjoys yoga, nordic and alpine skiing, rollerblading,
hiking, and snowshoeing as part of her cross training for cycling. In
1992 Sally was diagnosed with low bone mass (osteopenia) and in 1994
with a heart arrhythmia (supraventricular tachycardia). These
adversities have only strengthened her drive towards acquiring and
disseminating knowledge of health and the benefits of exercise.
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Neal Henderson, MS CSCS
As an exercise physiologist,
coach, and professional athlete I've been
extremely pleased with First Endurance's use of scientific research to
develop their products. For 2003, I've made a conscious effort to train
not only harder, but smarter. Adding First Endurance products
to may daily routine has been a big part of training smarter and
recovering better. We are committed at First Endurance to
using
scientific information to develop our endurance supplements, and for
producing quality products.
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Coordinator of Sport Science at the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine.
MS Kinesiology & Applied Physiology
USA Triathlon - Expert Coach
Professional Triathlete
National Caliber Nordic Skier
National Strength and Conditioning Association
American College of Sports Medicine
Education
Master's of Science - Kinesiology & Applied Physiology - University of Colorado, 1999
Bachelor's of Science - Exercise & Sport Science - Penn State University, 1995
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Neal is an exercise physiologist, coach, and professional triathlete
who specializes in applying both the art and science to sport and
exercise. He is the Coordinator of Sport Science at the Boulder Center
for Sports Medicine.
Neal has raced triathlons since 1990, professionally since 2000. He has
competed in around the US and internationally as an elite triathlete.
His resume includes over 100 triathlons from sprint through
ultra-distance races. Neal also competes in other endurance and
multi-sport competitions including road cycling, cyclocross, mountain
biking, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, trail running, and was the top
American finisher at the ITU Winter Triathlon World Championships in
Italy in 2002.
While at CU, Neal coached the University of Colorado Triathlon Team to
2 consecutive USA Triathlon National Collegiate Championships and in
1999 was selected to coach the USAT Collegiate National Team at the
Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. Neal currently coaches
recreational through elite level endurance athletes, writes a monthly
column for XTERRPlanet.com, and presents swimming clinics for the
XTERRA race series.
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Shawn Dolan Ph.D.
| As an exercise physiologist,
sports nutritionist, and triathlete, my
interest in Optygen is safety of use and its ability to enhance
performance. After
using the First Endurance
system I feel comfortable recommending these products to athletes for
their safety and performance.
It is very difficult to tease
out what exactly enhances performance because there are so many
variables that enter into the equation (adequate energy stores, optimal
recovery, fluid intake, proper training, fatigue etc). Optygen, EFS, Ultragen and MultiV, I believe, have the potential to alter this equation in a positive direction and enhance performance by increasing endurance and decreasing recovery time.. |
Teaching Instructor (University of Utah) and Dietician.
Education:
Ph.D. Exercise Physiology University of Utah 2003
Registered Dietician 2003
Master's of Science Exercise Science and Health George Mason University 1997
Bachelor of Arts Physical Education University of North Carolina 1994
Race results:
Finisher- Escape from Alcatraz (2003) ~ San Francisco, Ca
2 time Finisher- Pacific Crest 1/2 Ironman (2002, 2001) ~ Bend, Or
Finisher- Timberman Triathlon, Lake Winnipesaukee, NH
2nd Overall Female- Jordanelle Sprint Triathlon (2002), ~ Park City, Ut
2nd Overall Female- East Canyon Sprint Triathlon (2001) ~ SLC, Ut
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Shawn has her Ph.D. in exercise physiology and a registered
dietician. Shawn uses her vast knowledge of physiology and nutrition to
consistently improve performances as a Triathlete. While earning her
Ph.D. from University of Utah, Shawn competed in numerous Triathlons
and consistently finished in the top of her category.
Shawn is currently spending a great deal of time at The Orthopedic
Specialty Hospital (TOSH) which specializes in advanced testing for
Olympic and Professional athletes from all over the world. Shawn focus
at TOSH is nutrition counseling while also working closely with the
resident Sports Dietician and the US Ski and Snowboard teams. In
addition, Shawn still teaches undergraduate Exercise Physiology courses
at University of Utah.
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Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS
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Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS
USA Triathlon Level III Elite Coach
Registered Dietitian
Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
Research Board Member Bob Seebohar resides in Colorado. He began his athletic career playing soccer from the age of 5 until 23. In 1993, Bob was introduced to the world of endurance sport by completing his first 5k and sprint triathlon and has not looked back since then. Bob shifted his focus to longer endurance events (Ironman, ultra-running and ultra-cycling) in 1999 and has gained a new appreciation of the body’s limits, or rather, lack thereof. He continues to push his body, testing his mental, emotional, physical and nutritional barriers. He is truly a sport dietitian who practices what he preaches!
Bob received his bachelor’s degree in exercise and sport science and two master’s degrees (health and exercise science and food science and human nutrition) from Colorado State University and has worked as a sport dietitian with numerous institutions including Colorado State University, University of Northern Colorado, University of Colorado, University of Florida and currently the United States Olympic Committee. His specialty is sports nutrition for endurance athletes and has authored a book on the topic, “Nutrition Periodization for Endurance Athletes”.
When not training for Ironman races, Bob spends the majority of weekends running and cycling on the beautiful and challenging Colorado trails and spending quality time playing with his children.
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Jeffrey Rocco MD
 Dr. Rocco is an
Orthopedic doctor
who specializes in foot and ankle injuries for athletes. He's an avid
skier who works closely with the US Ski Team. His athletic
background
includes a US National Rowing Championship and currently participates
in running races, road triathlons and Xterra triathlons. Dr. Rocco's
practice is located in Ogden, Utah.
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Patricia Rosen MD, PH
Patricia B. Rosen, MD, MPH
Age Group Triathlete
Marathon Runner
President of Wellness for Workers
Research Board Member Patricia Rosen resides Austin Texas. She is an accomplished age group triathlete and marathon runner. In 2003 & 2005 she was the age-group winner of the Ironstar Half Ironman. Her 2006 Freescale marathon qualified her to compete in the highly coveted Boston Marathon. Patricia works closely with local runners, cyclists and triathletes helping them get the most out of their training and nutrition. Her expertise and knowledge of endurance training allows her to offer exceptional support.
Dr. Rosen earned her BA from Ohio State University in Anthropology, MPH from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine; MD from Medical College of Ohio and is currently Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Toxicology. She is the acting President of Wellness for Workers which addresses health and productivity in the workplace with attention to stress management, weight management, and smoking cessation as well as other issues important to employers and their employees. Dr. Rosen has provided 30 years of service to the community as an emergency medicine physician, educator in the fields of internal medicine, emergency medicine and toxicology, and as the medical director of the Central Texas Poison Center.
Dr. Rosen has a very healthy approach to her training and racing. She’s recently married to Marvin Norman Jansen Jr, who provides human performance consulting to retail businesses. Her one son and two step children help provide comic relied and stress management on a regular basis.
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Kris Walker MD
 Patricia
Level 3 Certified Cycling Coach
Cat I Cyclist
Avid Alpine and Backcountry Skier
Research Board Member Kris Walker MD lives, works and plays in Pocatello, Idaho. She started her athletic career as a Triathlete back in 1983 before changing her focus to cycling in 1985. Kris athletic talents have won numerous state championships in road racing, time trials, criteriums, mountain bike cross country and cyclocross. In 2005 Kris won the women's 40-44 master's national criterium championship and in 2006 finished 2nd in the 45-49 cyclocross Nationals.
Kris graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine in 1994 then went to finish her residency in Ogden, Utah. She is the acting President of the Intermountain Medical Clinic in Pocatello, Idaho and a family physician.
Kris can be found on most weekends racing her bike locally or National Calendar races. As a level-3 certified cycling coach, she oversees the training and nutrition of cyclists ranging from Category 1 through 4 and masters level racers. "I train and coach with power and am very excited about the new developments in this area."
Her husband Bob, who is a well-known and avid cyclist, has the best "chops" around. Bob, Kris and daughter Landry share a love for the outdoors. During the snowy winter months the whole family can be found on the slopes of Sun Valley Idaho. "We are all avid skiers and cyclists." Explains Kris. "Bob and I love to get out for some backcountry skiing as well."
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