Some Work, All Play 269. “No Secrets” Q+A on Creatine, What Elite Athletes Do, A Controversial Electrolytes Article, How To Cross Train, and More!
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Jul 29, 2025 Dive into a world of athletic insights as the hosts tackle everything from the truths of creatine supplementation to the challenges of fueling for endurance sports. Explore the nuances of cross-training, humorous reflections on personal fitness journeys, and the ethics of sports science. Discover the light-hearted takes on nutrition and the importance of support systems for athletes. For fun, they even muse about survival in a fictional 'Hunger Games' scenario! It's an engaging blend of serious topics and playful banter.
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Post-race Power Surge Explained
- Megan felt a surge of power in her legs after pacing a 100-mile race and starting creatine recently.
- This bounce back is linked to nervous system recovery and muscle strengthening after eccentric contractions.
Spend Nutrition Credit Wisely
- Spend $60 on proven nutrition products and $40 on fun, experimental flavors when given a nutrition credit.
- Stock up on Science & Sport beta fuel gels and sample exciting flavors like Tade's mango secret gel.
Intensity Distribution Drives Success
- Elite athlete success correlates with spending more time in easy zones (Z1 and Z2) and less time in high intensity zones.
- Higher volume allows more intensity while maintaining predominantly easy training intensity distribution.
