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The Physical Performance Show

347: Expert Edition: Dr Jessica Orchard (Sports Cardiology & Cardiac Screening Researcher, Assoc. Editor @BJSM_BMJ ): Cardiac Health for the Endurance Athlete

Oct 20, 2022
49:19

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Quick takeaways

  • Gradual training load increase is essential for endurance athletes' long-term performance, heart health, and injury prevention.
  • Balanced exercise intensity, symptom monitoring, and timely medical advice are crucial for optimizing athletes' heart health and preventing cardiac issues during high-intensity training.

Deep dives

Importance of Gradually Increasing Training Loads

Gradually building up training loads over many years is crucial to invest in athletic performance, heart health, and injury prevention. This approach, emphasizing load management for performance in endurance sports, allows for long-term benefits and longevity in athletic pursuits.

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