

227. Javelina 100 Training, Science Debate on REDs, Long Zone 2 Efforts, Tadej Pogacar's World-Domination Strategy, and Strava AI!
Oct 8, 2024
The hosts dive into the intense training for the Javelina 100, sharing the ups and downs athletes face. A fiery debate erupts over the contentious RED-S concept. They explore the significance of steep downhills for endurance, and how heart rate-based training should be feel-oriented. Insights from Tadej Pogacar’s training strategies spark fascinating discussions. Plus, there's a humorous take on Strava AI's quirks, and the exploration of carbohydrate oxidation rates among athletes adds scientific depth to the conversation.
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Roche's Grueling Weekend
- David Roche had a challenging training weekend, including a grueling steep run in Boulder.
- He felt extreme fatigue afterward, struggling even to walk a short distance.
Eccentric Contractions for Fatigue Resistance
- Incorporate eccentric muscle contractions, like downhill running, to improve fatigue resistance.
- This helps prevent muscle breakdown and strengthens the nervous system.
Javelina 100 Prep
- David Roche is preparing for the Javelina 100 miler, his confidence oscillating.
- He started his pacing spreadsheet, a sign of growing excitement for the race.