Physiology Secrets

In this episode, Nick chats with Nathan Fenton (a.k.a the Run Power Coach) and discusses all things running and power meters including technology such as Stryd, how to implement the data in training and where the industry might be heading when it comes to using this metric. About Nathan: A lifelong endurance athlete and is fascinated by the many different coaching methodologies, always tinkering with principles from other sports to see how they can apply to endurance sport and specifically running. http://www.runpowercoach.com https://www.instagram.com/runpowercoach For more free resources about improving endurance performance, sign up to our email list here: http://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind

Luke discusses how to train your aerobic power. You can download our most recommended aerobic training sessions for both bike and run here: https://go.metsperformance.com.au/aerobic-power

Another race was cancelled recently with a number of athletes now left wondering what to do as they completely re-think their preparation for the rescheduled event. Luke talks about how to make the most of your training with the adjusted timeline till race day. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind

Luke discusses gastrointestinal upset commonly experienced by athletes and some possible solutions. More free resources at https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind

After Luke found a Facebook ad outlining "improvement" in anaerobic performance as a result of a respiratory muscle trainer, he was both shocked and bit annoyed that another device has entered the industry making some interesting claims to say the least. So we thought we should talk bout it as we know many on social media immediately jumped on board to share their thoughts.  We break down why the device wouldn't benefit sprinting/anaerobic performance BUT also we give the benefit of doubt and explain the situation when it could be beneficial also. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

Something we often take for granted and forget when looking at the next 1% improvement is that a change in a part of our physiology may not actually generate a positive impact. Luke & Nick discuss the process whereby our performance is the result of the interaction of multiple systems (mainly we discuss respiratory, cardiovascular and muscular systems) working together to generate the output and answer a few questions on supplements/training products and how they only affect parts but not the whole. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance  

New restrictions have hit Melbourne and stage 4 is here, but what does that mean for your training and how can you make the most of your 1 hour of outdoor exercise per day over the next 6 weeks? Luke and Tyler discuss how to alter your plans to keep things ticking along during this lockdown.   Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE!   https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind   OR   Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance

A great question came through via our instagram (@metsperformance) about whether it is worth Peaking without any racing or not? Luke, Nick & Tyler jumped on Zoom to discuss the pros and cons of peaking without an event and how you can make it work for you rather than against you. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

Last week we talked about the effects of detraining and this week we've gone the other extreme. Overtraining syndrome which is a real possibility at the moment with more athltetes working form hoe on flexibile hours and wanting to get out to train more. So Luke and Nick sat down to discuss the symptoms of overtraining and how to avoid it. VIDEO LUKE REFERENCES: Off-Season Recovery/Detraining: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1djqlHzV08&list=PLggpij53MWphicIPR0pHODeqCdKjV2Wid&index=4&t=594s   Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE!   https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind   OR   Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance

Luke and Nick discuss the science of "use it or lose it" and go into how quickly things start to decline when detraining kicks in. What specifically changes in your physiology when you stop training completely and how can you prevent this from happening even when you need to cut back the number of sessions you do in a week. VIDEO LUKE REFERENCES: Off-Season Recovery/Detraining: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1djqlHzV08&list=PLggpij53MWphicIPR0pHODeqCdKjV2Wid&index=4&t=594s Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

We've all seen a VO2max number come up on our Garmin watches, but how does Garmin estimate this and how does it compare to getting your Vo2max measured in the lab? Luke and Nick discuss the ins and outs of Garmin's VO2max estimate. Check out Nick's Video covering this as well: https://youtu.be/DRem4jt0_9A Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

Luke discusses how heart rate changes with your fitness level at rest and during submaximal & maximal intensities. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance

Throughout this year we've seen a number of professional athletes analysing their sweat including Lionel Sanders & Sebastian Kienle, plus with the launch of the METS Membership we've had a number of questions about sweat testing. How does it work? What are we looking for? AND How can you use the data practically ready for race day? We sat down to discuss the ins and outs of sweat testing and discussed the importance of specificity with environment when it comes to getting accurate data. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

Luke discusses an introduction into Nitric Oxide: what it is, what it does, and why it does/does not improve performance. Stay tuned for a future episode where we will delve into the science in more detail. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

This stems from a bit of a rant we had about how many swimmers we all see at the pool doing entire 2-3km sets with paddles, snorkels, fins, you name it they are using them and how ineffective it is to developing faster swimming. Also follows on from last weeks return to swimming post COVID podcast episode so be sure to check that out first! Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

This episode is part brag about all of our new bikes BUT mainly about how you can change up the bike you use to change it up with some variety and still get all the training stimulus you need to work towards your goals.  Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

Nick and Tyler discuss how to best go about returning to the pool and swimming now restrictions are easing. Tyler dives into his sessions at the moment, the importance of technique and quality over quantity for getting back to his best. PLUS Luke jumps in towards the end quickly to share his thoughts.   Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE!   https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind   OR   Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance

Luke talks through planning your training as we start to come out of isolation and restrictions are reduced. What should post-COVID periodisation look like? Get your unlimited testing subscription here: https://go.metsperformance.com.au/mets-subscription Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance

Training zones are one of the most talked about parts of endurance training, but how do you YOU get your zones? Do you use percentages of a generic equation like 220-age? Have you maybe followed the MAF method? Even better do you go for physiological testing to measure and pinpoint your training zones? Luke and Nick breakdown the most common ways of getting training zones and the key points when looking at which path is best for you. Want to get tested and get ACCURATE training zones? Check this out! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/mets-subscription29988584 Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there: Instagram: @metsperformance

The fastest breakdown of how to make the most of race day nutrition, specifically balancing Glucose & Fructose to get more carbs in AND hopefully manage any gastric upset in the process. Got a question about endurance performance you want answered? Let us know, JOIN the METS Mastermind community (link below) to gain access to the FREE Facebook Group and MORE! https://go.metsperformance.com.au/free-mets-mastermind OR Check out our social pages and send us a message there:   Instagram: @metsperformance