S3E3: Heat vs. Altitude Training: The Science Behind Both

Jeff is covering the real science behind heat training vs. altitude training from EPO production and red blood cell growth to plasma volume and stroke volume. Now, that's a lot of science, but he makes it very approachable. That's a promise.Plus, he walks through the carbohydrate conundrum, sodium strategy, and why fasted heat training simply doesn't work. We know this.Train smarter this summer, wherever the heck you are.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:12 Setup07:33 Why Altitude Works13:08 Heat Training Basics17:41 Heat Adaptations Explained26:05 Heat and Red Blood Cells35:43 Fueling in the Heat40:23 Heat Prep Mindset42:30 Preload Calories Overnight46:09 Hourly Sodium Targets50:13 Small Bites Fueling52:09 Race Day Salt Tactics56:41 Heat Training Takeaways01:04:20 MailbagBecome a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠⁠https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition⁠Bat City Track Club is an emerging national class and regionally elite team with a primary focus on distances 5,000m to the marathon.⁠https://www.batcitytc.com/⁠FOLLOW:IG: @theconsistentlygoodpodcastYT: @theconsistentlygoodpodcastJEFF CUNNINGHAM:IG: @jdcunningham97BAT CITY: @batcitytrackclubThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.