Floris used MAF training principles to make significant breakthroughs. He explains the concept, how to train, to measure progress and role of strength training, nutrition and recovery. Show Notes 02:05 – Floris introduces himself and his first two marathons 10:30 – Key aspects of low heart rate training 18:30 – When to add speed work …
Patrick McKeown, world famous breathing expert, discusses nasal & Buteyko breathing methods, “BOLT” score, techniques to improve breathing and Covid-19 related breathing exercises Show Notes 01:50 – Patrick introduces himself and talks about the benefits of nasal breathing and Buteyko breathing method 08:45 – Concept of functional breathing 13:45 – Patrick discusses the importance of …
Anjali has been named ‘Female Ultramarathon Runner of India’ multiple times and she talks about her inspiring journey from her early races to representing India and her training, mental approach and future goals Show Notes 01:45 – Introduction to Anjali 03:25 – Exercise and activities prior to starting running 04:10 – Anjali’s first few races …
Mark Bunn, AFL Player, author, speaker and podcaster has combined Ayurveda and ancient practices with modern science for three decades for high-performance, health and happiness Show Notes 02:30 – Introduction to Mark 05:10 – Mark’s initial days of introducing ayurvedic and ancient techniques to training 06:50 – Mark’s transition to writing, speaking and podcasting 08:35 …
Episode SummaryAlex discusses the various approaches to hydration, perception of effort and how to reduce it, insights from Nike’s “Breaking-2” project, Vapor Fly shoes and the likely timeframe for sub-2 marathon in a race Show Notes 02:10 – Approaches to hydration13:20 – Perception of effort and how to reduce it23:50 – Insights from “Breaking-2” project …
Episode SummaryAlex discusses “central governor” theory of mind-body connection in limits to endurance performance, and whether it is conscious or unconscious. Then we discuss difference between pain threshold & tolerance and how to improve pain tolerance Show Notes 02:35 – Alex introduces himself09:50 – Alex talks about his breakthru’ in 1500 m racing17:35 – “Central …
Andy discussed the vital importance of sodium in endurance performance; determining sodium needs thru’ a sweat test; cramping and planning for calories, fluids and electrolytes independently Show Notes 00:50 – Details to free one-on-one consultation with Precision Hydration and product discount (Free consultation)03:15 – Andy introduces himself04:20 – Importance of sodium in endurance performance05:55 – …
S.Ramakrishnan (Ramky), founder of Sportsmechanics, explains sports analytics, its applications, how to use it and promising new areas in sports analytics Show Notes 01:00 – Ramky introduces himself and how he got into sports analytics03:05 – Concept of sports analytics04:50 – Competitive analysis and end-game analytics06:30 – Applicability of sports analytics in multiple sports and …
Vince Varallo, runner and author, talks about his 9 year journey to sub-3 marathon, the iconic Boston marathon, Boston Buddies group and mindset of elites Show Notes 01:10 – Vince introduces himself and talks about his first marathon in 201007:40 – Vince discusses his next few races and how he got very close to 3 …
Simon Wegerif, explains Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and its importance, concept of “total load”, how to measure & interpret HRV and ways to improve HRV. He discusses sympathetic and parasympathetic body systems, as well as “ithlete pro”. Show Notes 01:00 – Simon introduces himself03:40 – What is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)?05:30 – Concept of total …