Triathlon Doctor Busts Training Myths

Triathlete and emergency physician Jeff Sankoff joins us to unpack endurance training myths, break down the Giro drama, and reveal why “train hard, train healthy” beats quick fixes every time. Evidence-based insights. No BS. Just smarter racing.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:15 - Jeff's Insight on Stage 20 of Giro
06:45 - Intriguing Results at the Giro
08:55 - Wout Bringing Yates Home
10:10 - How Athletes Recover From 21 Day Races
13:20 - The Cherry Juice
14:25 - Climbing Strategy: Not Exceeding Threshold
17:15 - Burning Matches: What It Really Is?
19:45 - How Triathletes Should Ride
23:45 - Jeff's Training Philosophy for Triathletes
26:40 - Rest Days vs Active Recovery
31:40 - Recovery for Older Athletes
32:30 - The Right Training Approach
37:40 - Benefits of Overload Training
40:30 - Myth or Fact: Low HR is Better?
43:10 - Myth or Fact: Taking Painkillers on Races is Harmless?
45:30 - Myth or Fact: Cramping is Due to Dehydration?
47:40 - Myth or Fact: Long Term Training is Bad for the Heart?
49:40 - Myth or Fact: Ironman Training Weakens Immune System Long-term?
53:00 - TriDoc's Final Words: "There are NO Shortcuts"

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