Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Tobias Haumann answer listener questions.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Is there a "round number bias" in training prescription, and what are the potential drawbacks of that?
-The cost-benefit ratio of high-intensity intervals - are they really worth it?
-Maintaining or developing the capacity to suffer in races
-A discussion on running power metrics and devices
SHOWNOTES:
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Garmin Running Power
-Stryd white paper on running power
-Are we ready to measure running power? Repeatability and concurrent validity of five commercial technologies - Espejo et al. 2020
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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