Bruce Gladden

Bruce Gladden, a Professor at Auburn University and a renowned expert on lactate metabolism, dives deep into the complex world of lactate and lactic acid in exercise. He debunks myths about lactic acid causing muscle soreness and fatigue, revealing that soreness stems from micro damage and not from lactate itself. Gladden explains the significance of lactate as a fuel source and clarifies the importance of understanding lactate thresholds for enhancing endurance performance, particularly for ultramarathon training.