A discussion of 15 factors, including training methods, gear and equipment, metrics, and even thought processes that are generally underrated by the triathlon community as a whole or in certain triathlete subgroups. Do you agree with this list? Be sure to also check out the previous episode (EP#439), where we discussed overrated factors for triathlon performance.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-"The big picture"
-Consistency
-Stress
-Sleep
-Coaching and expert help
-Pacing workouts well
-Using heart rate (and having a good heart rate monitor)
-W/CdA
-Bike adjustability
-Riding a course well
-Race experience
-Nutrition and hydration in training
-Heat preparation
-Addition by subtraction
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts440/
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www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-The Super Shoe study with Dustin Joubert, PhD | EP#322
-Q&A on racing and testing | EP#399
-Bent Rønnestad, PhD | EP#386
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