

213. Western States 100 Insanity and How The Sport Has Changed Forever, Why Everyone is Getting Faster, The Biggest Trail Breakthrough Ever, and History at the Olympic Trials!
18 snips Jul 2, 2024
Discussion on the insane 2024 Western States 100 race, speed breakthroughs in endurance sports, the impact of pushing the pace early, diverse storylines, fun Olympic Track Trials anecdotes, and the excitement of where endurance sports might be heading in the future.
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Fuel Training to Boost Performance
- Fuel your training well to improve recovery and performance consistently.
- Higher carbohydrate fueling and preventing low energy availability make a substantial difference.
Strength Diversity in Athletes
- Strength acceptance varies across sports but is increasingly valued among elite athletes.
- Track athletes at the Olympic trials displayed diverse and strong physiques, breaking past stigmas.
Gear and Cooling Boost Speed
- Advanced shoe technology and cooling techniques contribute significantly to performance gains.
- Psychological boost from shoes and improved cooling reduce heat stress effects in races.