Some Work, All Play 262. Western States Pressure, Passive Heat and Hemoglobin, Using Downhills to Build Strength, New OTQ Standards, and Fueling To Take A Hit!
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Jun 10, 2025 Excitement brews for the Western States race, blending humor and serious insights on training and social media pressures. A wild study reveals passive heat training with hot tubs boosts hemoglobin and performance. Downhill running emerges as a surprising strength builder for flat races, while athletes share impressive fueling strategies like consuming 185 grams of carbs per hour. Controversy arises over new Olympic trials standards, leaving gender inclusivity in question. The emotional journey of balancing competition with personal life adds depth to the conversation.
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Fuel Your Performance With Criticism
- Use external criticism and low expectations as fuel to perform better.
- Embrace emotions like excitement and fear to deepen motivation and resilience.
Prioritize Passive Heat Training
- Passively heat train using saunas or hot tubs before trying active heat training.
- Prioritize passive heat exposure as an advanced yet simple way to boost hemoglobin and cardiovascular adaptations.
Ketones Don't Boost Altitude Performance
- Ketone supplementation during exercise impairs performance and doesn't increase natural EPO at altitude.
- The benefit of ketones in training might come from post-exercise recovery, not direct performance enhancement.
