#46: MAF Training and Longevity with Ben Edusei

Jul 26, 2021

01:11:57

Ben Edusei is a close friend from New Zealand. He is a mobility, Strength & Conditioning and running coach.

We have really gotten to know each other very well over the past 18 months, when we talk 1 on 1 about a variety of topics.

Ben is also one of our coaches in our Personal Best Training Program, where he has created several follow along workout routines.

He is a father, ex-elite footballer, speaker and a strong runner, with a half marathon PB of 1:27 so far.

Ben has a degree in Sports Science, is a qualified plant-based Nutritionist and also coaches in epigenetics.

I had a blast catching up and recording our conversation. I hope you enjoy this as well.

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Show notes:

How Ben got into running, background in football (soccer) [03:10]
Transition from higher intensity training and away from injury, a personal turning point [08:32]
Finding new training approaches [12:05]
Integrating mobility (strength and flexibility) training into coaching [14:30]
Archetypal positions, incorporating movements into daily life [19:01]
First experiences with MAF low heart rate training [23:21]
Running below MAF, taking to the trails! [29:04]
Elevation gain, physical benefits to hill training [35:07]
Frustrations in MAF training, looking at lifestyle factors [36:22]
Floris and Ben talk about stress management [39:22]
Knees over toes and backwards walking and running [44:10]
Add a sled! Resistance [51:29]
Epigenetic profile testing [53:49]
Protein [56:50]
The word “perfect” [57:40]
Floris on a questionnaire from Ben and optimizing energy levels [58:38]
Getting in touch with Ben [01:00:08]
High level thoughts from Ben about training [01:01:55]
Racing goals? [01:06:02]
Following Ben online [01:10:10]