Some Work, All Play 279. Strava v. Garmin Lawsuit, Uphill Treadmill Threshold, New Study on Low Carb v. High Carb (and Caffeine), and Max Heart Rate Problems!
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Oct 7, 2025 This week, the hosts tackle the drama between Strava and Garmin over patents, sparking some intriguing theories. A new study reveals the benefits of high-carb diets, especially when combined with caffeine for performance. There’s a fascinating discussion on uphill treadmill threshold workouts and their impact on aerobic development. They also touch on Taylor Swift’s lyrics, explore Kilian Jornet’s States of Elevation project, and share tips on sports nutrition, including carbs in team sports and managing meal prep strategies.
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Vet AI Sleep And Jet-Lag Advice
- Use current AI tools cautiously and verify recommendations with experts since models evolve quickly.
- Expect sleep advice from older LLMs to be decent but treat jet-lag guidance with more skepticism.
Fix Forgetting To Eat With Prep And Alarms
- If you forget to eat, prepare grab-and-go meals and set regular alarms to remind you to eat.
- Work with a dietitian if neurodivergence complicates fueling routines and monitor health markers.
Fuel Team Sports With Small, Timed Carbs
- In stop-and-go team sports, sip 20–40 g carbohydrate during play and a larger dose at halftime for brain and muscle function.
- Use liquid carbs or small gels to maintain decision-making speed across multiple matches.
