

The Hot Topic: Heat Adaptation for Triathletes
Apr 29, 2024
Experienced triathlon coaches Kurt Madden and Caleb Chapman share valuable insights on heat adaptation for triathletes. They discuss the impact of unpreparedness on race day, heat training protocols, hydration strategies, and skin protection. The coaches emphasize the importance of simulating hot conditions in training and using technology for temperature adjustments. Stories of successful heat adaptation and optimizing training efforts with metrics are also highlighted.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Reflections on Past and Present Sports Gadgets and Sunglasses
04:34 • 4min
Understanding the Risks of Racing in Hot Conditions
08:40 • 5min
Heat Adaptation for Athletes
13:24 • 11min
Optimizing Heat Training for Triathletes
24:29 • 24min
Heat Adaptation Strategies and Athlete Anecdotes
48:56 • 6min
Optimizing Training Efforts with Metrics and Heart Rate Zones
54:49 • 4min
Training Efficiency and Performance Improvement in Triathletes
58:56 • 2min