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The Athlete's Compass — 133 episodes

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System Engagement Explained: How Much Is Left in the Tank?

2

Can You Be a Mom, Work Full-Time, and Train for an Ironman? with Dr. Iris Nafshi

3

A Stoic Philosopher's Guide to Endurance Training with Dr William Irvine

4

Power & Pace Profiles: What Every Endurance Athlete Should Know

5

How to Train With Limited Time

6

The Best Recovery Tools for Everyday Endurance Athletes

7

Carbs for Endurance: How Much Do You Actually Need?

8

Athlete Burnout: Warning Signs, Recovery, and How to Find Joy Again

9

How to Train for Endurance After 50 with Dr. Reaburn

10

The Science of Aerobic Efficiency And How to Train It

11

Menopause & Performance: What You Need to Know with Dr. Rebecca Robinson |

12

Move Better, Perform Better: Erin Carson’s Training Approach

13

Rest Day vs. Recovery Day: What Actually Works?

14

HRV Training Explained: How to Know When to Push or Rest

15

Solo vs Group Training: Which One Is Better for You?

16

Meet Athletica AI Coach: The Future of Training

17

How to Train for Hyrox with Siren Seiler-Viken

18

From First 10K at 48 to Ironman: Jeff Weiss’ Endurance Journey

19

The Second Threshold Explained: LT2, FTP & Critical Power Demystified

20

Why More Exercise Doesn’t Always Burn More Calories with Dr. Mikki Williden

21

The Athlete’s Guide to Smarter Warmups

22

How a Late Start Led to World Championships: Jerome’s Triathlon Story

23

HIIT: The Secret Weapon for Endurance Athletes

24

Why You Need Cross-Training in Your Plan

25

ChatGPT meets HIIT Science: Athletica’s New AI Coach

26

When Data Stops Helping: Escaping the Trap of Training Metrics

27

Pause, Rest, Reset: A Holiday Guide for Everyday Athletes

28

Your Brain on Race Day: Understanding Pre-Race Anxiety

29

Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body with Ashley Eckermann

30

The Power of Listening to Your Heart Rate

31

Why Slow and Steady Actually Wins: The Power of Zone 2

32

Why You’re Not Getting Fitter: The Truth About Plateaus

33

Why Endurance Athletes Need More Than a Training Plan with Jared Markiewicz

34

Human Coach vs. AI: What Endurance Athletes Really Need To Know

35

Insulin 101: What Every Endurance Athlete Needs to Know

36

How Periodization Builds Performance Without Burnout

37

From Comments to Coaching: Unlocking Athletica’s Emotional Data with Dr. Andrea Zignoli

38

What Actually Works? Dr. Jeff Sankoff Breaks Down Endurance Performance Science

39

Setting Smarter Goals for Endurance Success

40

Menopause, Muscle & Myths: What the Science Really Says with Dr. Tony Boutagy

41

Post-Race Blues: What Happens After the Finish Line?

42

Mastering the Basics: Mikael Eriksson’s Endurance Coaching Essentials

43

From Load to Strain: Dr. Stephen Seiler's Latest Research p.2

44

How AI Coaching Helped an Everyday Engineer Win Ironman Ottawa. (ft. Luke Evans)

45

From Load to Strain: Dr. Stephen Seiler's Latest Research

46

Can You Out-Train Your Genes After 50? Listener Questions Answered

47

From VO2 Max to Durability: Rethinking the Key Pillars of Endurance Training

48

The Truth About Aging on a Bike: Dr. Stacey Brickson Explains

49

Emotional Fitness for Athletes: Self-Worth Beyond the Finish Line

50

Consistency Over Everything: What Really Drives Performance

51

Rewriting the Training Rulebook: Lessons from Dr. Phil Maffetone

52

Optimizing Your Training Within Real Life Constraints: Answering Listener Questions

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The Truth About Overtraining and Recovery with Dr. Phil Maffetone

54

Homeostasis: Finding Balance in Training and Life

55

Is Walking the Key to Running Faster? MAF Tests and Base Training Explained

56

The Everyday Athlete’s Guide to the 6 Pillars of Performance

57

Mastering VO2 Max Intervals: Listener Q&A Session

58

VO2 Max from the Muscle’s Perspective: Building Endurance from the Inside Out

59

The Role of the Heart in Peak Athletic Performance

60

Lung Training 101: Breathe Better, Perform Better

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How to Train Smarter with VO2 Max Insights

62

Muscle, Longevity & Movement: Rethinking Strength for Endurance Athletes

63

Race Week Real Talk: Mindset, Mistakes, and Momentum

64

Train Smarter with Athletica: Busting Myths on Salt, Fueling & Fat

65

Turn Off the Fan: How Heat Training Boosts Endurance

66

Coaching in the Digital Era: Virtual Cycling with Velocity

67

Training Order Myths: Does Workout Sequence Really Matter?

68

Training for an Ironman During Ramadan: How to Adapt and Thrive

69

From Rowing to Ironman: Martino Goretti’s Journey and Elite Training Insights

70

Breaking Nutrition Myths: Low Carb vs. High Carb for Endurance

71

VO2 Max Gains: Insights from the Latest Endurance Training Study

72

Slow Down to Go Fast: With Guest Kimber Gabryszak

73

Exploring the Science of Pain and Performance with David Wadsworth

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Athletica Insights: Overcoming the Stress Response in Training

75

HIIT Without the Hurt: How to Avoid Overtraining with Smarter Workouts

76

Breaking Misconceptions About Endurance Sports with Athletica User Ben Lin

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A Look into Athletica's AI-Assisted HRV Monitoring with Andrea Zignoli

78

Reflections and Goals: The Best of Athletes Compass in 2024

79

Winter Training Essentials: Gear, Goals, and Mindset

80

Decoding Fitness: Making Sense of Athletica’s Data Insights

81

Building a Strong Foundation: Base Training for Endurance Athletes

82

Strength in Adaptation: Knowing Your True Fitness Profile

83

Duathlon World Championships: Allan Egbert’s Path to Success

84

From Novice to Ultra-Endurance: Amber Searer's Inspiring Journey

85

How AI is Shaping Endurance Training: Insights from Athletica

86

Why Your Endurance Training Workouts Need Athlete Profiling

87

From Lab to Athlete: Optimizing Training with Dr. Andrea Zignoli

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Balance, Stress, and Performance: Tenille Hoogland's Advice for Women Athletes

89

Protein, Recovery, and Performance for Female Athletes Dr. Mikki Williden

90

Racing Ironman World Championships: Marjaana’s Journey

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The Mental Game of Endurance: Staying Motivated on Long Rides

92

VO2 Max Explained: How to Boost Your Endurance and Longevity

93

Mastering the Art of Pacing: Insights from Matt Fitzgerald

94

Stay Cool Under Pressure: Techniques for Pre-Race Nerves

95

How Mindful Breathing Can Elevate Your Training

96

Listener questions: cross-training for marathoner, strength training for women and more

97

The Transformative Power of Endurance Sports with Erik Olsson

98

Balancing Life, Work, and Endurance: Cindy Maloney's Ironman Journey

99

Tapering Tips for Endurance Athletes: Science and Strategies

100

Ketones, Heat, and Altitude: Enhancing Your Training Regimen

101

Defying the Odds: Bart Buczek’s Incredible Athletic Transformation

102

Muscle Cramps: Beyond Electrolytes and Hydration

103

Heart Health in Endurance Sports: AFib Awareness

104

Finding Flow: Ultra-Distance Cycling with Phil Whitehurst

105

Finding Zen in Movement: The Unexpected Benefits of Endurance Training

106

Listener Questions: Fat Adaptation and Training Acronym Overload

107

Sweat Science: Mastering Heat Acclimatization for Athletes

108

Race Day Realities: Insights from Ironman and Gravel Racing

109

Unlocking HIIT: Part 3 – Advanced Strategies and Listener Q&A

110

Unlocking HIIT: Part 2 – Customizing Intensity for Every Athlete

111

Unlocking HIIT: Part 1 – High-Intensity Training Demystified

112

Fueling Strategies for Athlete Training and Recovery

113

Journey of an Athlete-Scientist: Paul Laursen’s Path to Athletica

114

Redefining Fuel: The Athlete's Guide to Low Carb, High Fat Living

115

Endurance Nutrition: Exploring Low Carb, High Fat Diets

116

The Long Run: Nurturing Health, Fitness, and Strength for Lifelong Success

117

Beyond the Numbers: RPE and the Art of Listening to Your Body

118

Testing 101: A Guide to Optimizing Endurance Performance

119

Strength in Cycles: Understanding Female Athletes

120

Unlocking the Secrets of HRV: A Guide for Athletes

121

Balancing Intensity: The Science Behind the 80-20 Training Principle

122

Athletica.ai Unpacked: Your Training Questions Answered

123

Thresholds Decoded: Maximizing Your Training Efficiency

124

Measuring Success: Navigating Your Path to Athletic Progress

125

Endurance Aftermath: Decoding the Body's Response to Intense Exercise

126

Nutrition and recovery: the role of diet in athlete training and recovery

127

Sleep's Role in Athletic Recovery: Strategies for Restful Nights

128

Recovery Strategies: Monitoring and Maximizing Rest Periods

129

The Recovery Equation: Understanding Rest and Its Impact on Performance

130

Listener questions - managing injury, using power/pace curves, how to use session feedback and more

131

In Pursuit of Balance: Navigating Training. Rest, and Life's Demands

132

Beyond No Pain, No Gain: Rethinking Fitness Philosophy

133

Connecting The Dots: Stories of Resilience and Well-Being in Sports