Episode 245: Breath, Endurance, and the Art of Athletic Longevity with Bo Sandoval

Join me as I sit down with the insightful Coach Bob Sandoval from Texas A&M to explore the nuanced world of aerobic training in athletics. Together, we unpack the evolving role of aerobic conditioning across a spectrum of sports, from strength and power disciplines to combat and endurance events. We tackle the common misconceptions about the necessity of aerobic work in high-intensity regimes and how it can be strategically used to enhance performance without risking athlete burnout.Go to www.flexdiet.com for information and to enroll in the Flex Diet Certification course. Enrollment will open on January 15, 2024. The certification is only open a few times a year, so grab your spot while you can. Episode chapters:(0:00:02) - Aerobic Training in Athletics(0:13:34) - Understanding Aerobic and Anaerobic Training(0:18:32) - Using Aerobic Training for Athletes(0:22:09) - Aerobic Training in Sports(0:32:09) - VO2 Max and Athletic Performance Importance(0:42:13) - The Importance of Conditioning in Sports(0:52:44) - Optimizing Performance and Training Frequency(0:58:04) - Strategizing Frequency, Recovery, and Sport Training(1:04:49) - Competition and Athletic StrategyConnect with Bo:Instagram12thMan.comAbout Bo: Sandoval is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach with Distinction through the NSCA. He is also Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified via the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA).  Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter