Physiology Secrets
Summary: Physiology secrets discusses the sports science behind endurance performance in bite-sized chunks using ordinary language.
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- Artist: Luke McIlroy
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In this episode, Luke discusses two questions: 1. Should threshold and VO2 max workouts be separated? 2. When is the right time to increase the pace of your intervals? METS is trialing a pricing restructure in February. New clients can book a VO2 max test for $99 (down from $185) by using the coupon code 99TEST when booking online here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12661043&appointmentType=1758712 For more info, sign up to our free content at https://go.metsperformance.com/free-mets-mastermind
Luke discusses the methods of measuring the intensity of a session and whether heart rate, pace/power, or rating of perceived exertion is best. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
PART 2: Nick discusses how you can maximize gym time to improve multiple components of the force-velocity curve. http://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Nick discusses what we should target in regards to physiological development from strength training for endurance athletes and the correlation to endurance performance. http://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Nick talks about his strength training philosophy in terms of getting the most out of an endurance athlete’s strength program. http://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
30 seconds maximal with 4 minutes recovery: can it help your endurance performance? To view the infographic, join the free METS Mastermind Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/824095464404632 More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
What’s better: 4 VO2 sessions of 12 minutes, or 2 with 20 minutes? Should HITT sessions vary week-to-week? Question of the day: How many HITT sessions do you complete per week? Leave your answer in the comments. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Luke discusses our 2018 plans and also tackles a question about performance plateaus. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Luke discusses massage and hyperbaric chambers as a recovery tool. More info on recovery here: https://metsperformance.com/blog/recovery-the-forgotten-ingredient-in-the-recipe-for-success-part-2
Recovery part 1: Luke discusses water immersion as a recovery tool. Find more info about recovery here: https://metsperformance.com/blog/recovery-the-forgotten-ingredient-in-the-recipe-for-success-part-2
Luke discusses de-training (how quickly you lose fitness), how you can avoid it, but also why it isn’t all bad. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Do you set truly detailed goals? Luke discusses how in this episode. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
Nick talks about how strength & conditioning and biomechanics can influence endurance performance. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-
How does caffeine effect performance? More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind
How work in the gym can complement your performance. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind EDIT: Recommended rest periods between sets: Hypertrophy: 90s Max strength: 3 minutes Plyometrics: 3 minutes