That Triathlon Show Pacing science and training talk with Andy Renfree, PhD | EP#349
Andy Renfree, PhD, is a sports and exercise scientist with a background in and passion for running. In this interview, we discuss one of Andy's main areas of expertise, the science of pacing. We also have a more general discussion about training, sports science, and the integration of the two.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The science of pacing
-Practical recommendations for improved pacing
-The messy reality of training and the implications for athletes and coaches
-The role of sports science in training and coaching
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
- Andy's blog, Twitter and Research Gate
- A selection of studies on pacing from Andy and his colleagues
- Influence of an Enforced Fast-Start on 10-km Running Performance - Carmo et al. 2015
- The Influence of Collective Behavior on Pacing in Endurance Competitions - Renfree et al. 2015
- Effects of different goal orientations and virtual opponents performance level on pacing strategy and performance in cycling time trials - Carmo et al. 2021
- Affective Feelings and Perceived Exertion During a 10-km Time Trial and Head-to-Head Running Race - Carmo et al. 2020
- Risk Perception Influences Athletic Pacing Strategy - Micklewright et al. 2014
- The influence of performance level, age and gender on pacing strategy during a 100-km ultramarathon - Renfree et al. 2015
- Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
- Athletics: How to become a champion by Percy Cerutty
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