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#151 - Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D.: Translating the science of endurance and extreme human performance

The Peter Attia Drive

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The Future of Marathon Running

This chapter explores the potential for completing a marathon in under two hours under legitimate conditions, examining factors like course logistics and pacemaking strategies. It contrasts the training approaches of legendary athletes with modern techniques, highlighting the evolution of coaching and systematic training. The discussion also emphasizes the balance between genetics, cognitive factors, and health implications in endurance sports.

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