In this interview we discuss racing in the heat and heat adaptation for triathlon and other endurance sports with professor Stephen Cheung, who runs a research lab investigating the effects of environmental stress on human physiology and performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How heat affects triathlon and endurance performance -The best ways to mitigate the negative effects of heat -Heat adaptation benefits and protocols -Example: how to structure a heat adaptation training phase when preparing for Kona SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts138/ THAT TRIATHLON SHOW HOMEPAGE: www.thattriathlonshow.com SPONSORS: Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free! ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Get 20% off your entire order with the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW. LINKS AND RESOURCES: * Cycling Science and Myth Busting Part 1 with Stephen Cheung | EP#74 * Cycling Science and Myth Busting Part 2 with Stephen Cheung | EP#75 * Advanced power training with Xert - Armando Mastracci and Stephen Cheung | EP#86 * Brain training and psychobiology of endurance performance with professor Samuele Marcora | EP#17 * Scientific Triathlon training camp in the Algarve, Portugal, 20-27 Ocotber 2018 * Xert Cycling Software * PEZ Cycling News Toolbox * Twitter - @EELBrock * How to measure your sweat rate to improve your hydration strategy * How to estimate how much sodium you lose in your sweat RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/ CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
