

Watts Doc #44: Calcium Is An Underappreciated Aerobic Adaptive Signal
Jun 12, 2023
This podcast explores the connection between calcium and endurance performance by inducing mitochondrial biogenesis. It discusses the role of calcium in muscle contraction and its impact on adaptation in high-intensity interval training. The speakers delve into the role of calcium as an aerobic signal, its effect on gene expression, and the importance of maintaining cellular homeostasis. They also discuss the significance of calcium signaling in endurance training, volume over intensity, and provide actionable takeaways for listeners.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Reductive Nature of Science and Muscle Adaptation
02:25 • 3min
The Role of Calcium in Muscle Contraction
05:46 • 18min
Awareness of High-Intensity Interval Training and Categorizing Adaptation
23:33 • 2min
The Role of Calcium as an Aerobic Signal
25:20 • 18min
The Role of Calcium Signaling in Endurance Training
43:49 • 18min
Cycling Training and Endurance
01:02:19 • 18min
Understanding the Underlying Concepts and Actionable Takeaways
01:20:40 • 4min