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The Athlete's Compass — 126 episodes

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

2

How to Train for Endurance After 50 with Dr. Reaburn

3

The Science of Aerobic Efficiency And How to Train It

4

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

5

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

6

Rest Day vs. Recovery Day: What Actually Works?

7

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

8

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

9

Meet Athletica AI Coach: The Future of Training

10

How to Train for Hyrox with Siren Seiler-Viken

11

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

12

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

13

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

14

The Athlete’s Guide to Smarter Warmups

15

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

16

HIIT: The Secret Weapon for Endurance Athletes

17

Why You Need Cross-Training in Your Plan

18

ChatGPT meets HIIT Science: Athletica’s New AI Coach

19

When Data Stops Helping: Escaping the Trap of Training Metrics

20

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

21

Your Brain on Race Day: Understanding Pre-Race Anxiety

22

Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body with Ashley Eckermann

23

The Power of Listening to Your Heart Rate

24

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

25

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

26

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

27

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

28

Insulin 101: What Every Endurance Athlete Needs to Know

29

How Periodization Builds Performance Without Burnout

30

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

31

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

32

Setting Smarter Goals for Endurance Success

33

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

34

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

35

Mastering the Basics: Mikael Eriksson’s Endurance Coaching Essentials

36

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

37

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

38

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

39

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

40

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

41

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

42

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

43

Consistency Over Everything: What Really Drives Performance

44

Rewriting the Training Rulebook: Lessons from Dr. Phil Maffetone

45

Optimizing Your Training Within Real Life Constraints: Answering Listener Questions

46

The Truth About Overtraining and Recovery with Dr. Phil Maffetone

47

Homeostasis: Finding Balance in Training and Life

48

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

49

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

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Mastering VO2 Max Intervals: Listener Q&A Session

51

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

52

The Role of the Heart in Peak Athletic Performance

53

Lung Training 101: Breathe Better, Perform Better

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How to Train Smarter with VO2 Max Insights

55

Muscle, Longevity & Movement: Rethinking Strength for Endurance Athletes

56

Race Week Real Talk: Mindset, Mistakes, and Momentum

57

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

58

Turn Off the Fan: How Heat Training Boosts Endurance

59

Coaching in the Digital Era: Virtual Cycling with Velocity

60

Training Order Myths: Does Workout Sequence Really Matter?

61

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

62

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

63

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

64

VO2 Max Gains: Insights from the Latest Endurance Training Study

65

Slow Down to Go Fast: With Guest Kimber Gabryszak

66

Exploring the Science of Pain and Performance with David Wadsworth

67

Athletica Insights: Overcoming the Stress Response in Training

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

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Breaking Misconceptions About Endurance Sports with Athletica User Ben Lin

70

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

71

Reflections and Goals: The Best of Athletes Compass in 2024

72

Winter Training Essentials: Gear, Goals, and Mindset

73

Decoding Fitness: Making Sense of Athletica’s Data Insights

74

Building a Strong Foundation: Base Training for Endurance Athletes

75

Strength in Adaptation: Knowing Your True Fitness Profile

76

Duathlon World Championships: Allan Egbert’s Path to Success

77

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

78

How AI is Shaping Endurance Training: Insights from Athletica

79

Why Your Endurance Training Workouts Need Athlete Profiling

80

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

81

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

82

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

83

Racing Ironman World Championships: Marjaana’s Journey

84

The Mental Game of Endurance: Staying Motivated on Long Rides

85

VO2 Max Explained: How to Boost Your Endurance and Longevity

86

Mastering the Art of Pacing: Insights from Matt Fitzgerald

87

Stay Cool Under Pressure: Techniques for Pre-Race Nerves

88

How Mindful Breathing Can Elevate Your Training

89

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

90

The Transformative Power of Endurance Sports with Erik Olsson

91

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

92

Tapering Tips for Endurance Athletes: Science and Strategies

93

Ketones, Heat, and Altitude: Enhancing Your Training Regimen

94

Defying the Odds: Bart Buczek’s Incredible Athletic Transformation

95

Muscle Cramps: Beyond Electrolytes and Hydration

96

Heart Health in Endurance Sports: AFib Awareness

97

Finding Flow: Ultra-Distance Cycling with Phil Whitehurst

98

Finding Zen in Movement: The Unexpected Benefits of Endurance Training

99

Listener Questions: Fat Adaptation and Training Acronym Overload

100

Sweat Science: Mastering Heat Acclimatization for Athletes

101

Race Day Realities: Insights from Ironman and Gravel Racing

102

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

103

Unlocking HIIT: Part 2 – Customizing Intensity for Every Athlete

104

Unlocking HIIT: Part 1 – High-Intensity Training Demystified

105

Fueling Strategies for Athlete Training and Recovery

106

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

107

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

108

Endurance Nutrition: Exploring Low Carb, High Fat Diets

109

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

110

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

111

Testing 101: A Guide to Optimizing Endurance Performance

112

Strength in Cycles: Understanding Female Athletes

113

Unlocking the Secrets of HRV: A Guide for Athletes

114

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

115

Athletica.ai Unpacked: Your Training Questions Answered

116

Thresholds Decoded: Maximizing Your Training Efficiency

117

Measuring Success: Navigating Your Path to Athletic Progress

118

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

119

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

120

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

121

Recovery Strategies: Monitoring and Maximizing Rest Periods

122

The Recovery Equation: Understanding Rest and Its Impact on Performance

123

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

124

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

125

Beyond No Pain, No Gain: Rethinking Fitness Philosophy

126

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