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EPISODE · Jan 11, 2026 · 51 MIN

E67: Rest Periods: The Most Overlooked Training Variable

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Mac and Thayer dive into the often-overlooked role of rest periods in training and why they matter more than most people realize. They explore how rest intervals can be used as a diagnostic tool to manage fatigue, understand energy system demands, and balance intensity with recoverability. The conversation challenges coaches and athletes to be more intentional with rest in order to improve performance, sustainability, and overall training effectiveness. https://www.instagram.com/coachjamesmac/ https://www.instagram.com/thayer2513/ LAST CHANCE to register for this cohort of PSL1. Sign up now at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide

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Mac and Thayer dive into the often-overlooked role of rest periods in training and why they matter more than most people realize. They explore how rest intervals can be used as a diagnostic tool to manage fatigue, understand energy system demands,...

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