Some Work, All Play 228. Heat Suit Training and Limits of Physiology, Heart Rate Guidelines, Why Stomach Training Matters, A Mind-Blowing Marathon World Record, and Wikipedia Rejection!
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Oct 15, 2024 Discover the intriguing science of heat suit training and its impact on endurance performance. The conversation dives into the importance of gut training for athletes and shares personal strategies to enhance gastrointestinal comfort during long races. The hosts also debate the nuances of heart rate monitoring, balancing data with intuition. Plus, they celebrate a mind-blowing marathon world record and discuss the ethics of self-editing Wikipedia. With humor and personal anecdotes, this lively discussion brings new insights to sports training.
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Train Your Gut Beyond Race Day
- Train your gut for endurance races by occasionally exceeding your planned race-day intake.
- This helps you adapt to the uncomfortable fullness and reduce GI issues later in races.
Race-Day Fuel Familiarization
- Regularly consume the same gels or fuel you plan to use on race day, even during your taper.
- This prepares your gut for race-day fuel and minimizes the risk of GI distress.
Fluid Volume Training
- Practice drinking large volumes of fluids at once to train your stomach's tolerance.
- This helps manage fullness and reduces the risk of GI issues during long races.