Some Work, All Play 277. New Science on Fatigue Resistance, Leadville 100 Documentary, Our Fears About The Enhanced Games, A Cross Training Guide, and Timing of Strides!
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Sep 23, 2025 Discover the latest science on fatigue resistance, revealing how specific training approaches enhance endurance. Dive into the new Leadville documentary that explores an athlete's journey through rock bottom, complete with some unexpected humor. Enjoy insights on recovery after a 50-mile race, and hear reactions to Fred Kerley joining the controversial Enhanced Games. Plus, get tips on balancing cycling with running goals and answers to listener questions about relationships, training techniques, and overcoming hurdles in fitness!
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Documentary Captures Post-Race Reality
- David and Megan describe the Leadville documentary as a raw, beautiful encapsulation of life after Western States. They laugh about a brief 'ass' moment captured at mile 23 that became a memorable, humanizing clip.
Recovery Fueled By Calories And Liquids
- Megan recounts her 50-mile recovery strategy: lots of calories, liquid calories, and higher hourly carbs during training. She emphasizes convenience fuels like chocolate milk and that extra hunger tracked with an elevated metabolic rate post-race.
Trying DreamShot For Better Sleep
- David describes switching sleep aids from melatonin-containing Sleep Elite to DreamShot and liking it for recovery and tart‑cherry taste. He reports better sleep and recovery without melatonin and shares a temporary 25% discount code promotion.