Mikael and David Dhooge answer listener questions on the topic of run training for triathlon.      

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-Running every day vs. 5-6 days a week

-The long run - best practices

-Can you run too slow?

-Hill reps for VO2max development

-Pacing and workout design of high-intensity intervals

-Key differences between run training for triathletes vs. runners

-Running form and biomechanics

-Strength training for run performance and injury prevention

-Best practices of using "super shoes"

SHOWNOTES:

https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts388/

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• Dustin Joubert, PhD & Dr. Amol Saxena, DPM | EP#383

• The Super Shoe study with Dustin Joubert, PhD | EP#322

• Run training load, biomechanics, and injury risk with Max Paquette, PhD | EP#321

• Running form and training talk with Bobby McGee (USA Triathlon) | EP#225

• Max Paquette on Twitter (for credible running biomechanics information)

• Increased oxygen uptake in well-trained runners during uphill high intensity running intervals: A randomized crossover testing - Held et al. 2023

• Q&A on run training (part 1) | EP#385

• Q&A on bike training | EP#381

• Q&A on swim training | EP#377

• Q&A on season planning, goal setting, and personal limiters | EP#372

• Q&A episode archive

• David Dhooge

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