Physiology Secrets

Zone 2 sessions, VO2 interval variety and more! (ASK METS is Back!)

ASK METS is back! Join in on Nick's chat with METS Membership client Brent answering his questions about training. Discussing Zone 2 running, variety in your VO2 intervals and importance of specificity for your build phase.

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Top 5 Learnings Over The Past 4 Years

Over 4 years ago, METS began. In this episode Luke looks back at the journey to recall the 5 key things he's learnt since starting METS way back in 2016.

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Economy vs Efficiency & Does Increasing Fat Use Benefit or Harm Performance

With full social distancing going on, we jumped on Zoom for this episode to talk through a question from out METS community about improving Fat utilisation for a performance benefit. Luke, Nick & Tyler discuss the benefits and downsides of using more fat as fuel, why carbs are the way to go when it comes to wanting to go fast, and clear up a few key definitions including Respiratory Exchange Ratio, and the difference between Economy and Efficiency.

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The Science Behind a Sprint Finish

Ever wondered why some people are able to kick at the end of a race and finish fast, while others just continue to fade and can't go with the leaders? Luke discusses why some athletes can finish strong in the final 400m of a race, and others can’t.

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Strength Training AT HOME for Endurance Athletes

You've seen the numerous home workouts all over social media with all the lockdowns getting underway. BUT how many of them are going to not only provide a performance/injury preventative effect AND work in seamlessly with your Endurance Training (Swim, Bike, Run, Row etc.). Also how can these workouts actually be sustainable well and truely after the isolation periods end?

Check out our latest episode, Luke and Nick discuss at home strength training. How it differs and the similarities for different skill levels and the basic building blocks of getting the most out of strength training sessions.

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Change of Plans, Racing‘s Cancelled (How to adapt with no Olympics or Racing in 2020)

The Olympics are cancelled. Racing has been postponed for the foreseeable future, but how do you adapt your training plan and alter your periodisation to suit this strange new schedule. Check out our latest episode breaking down how you can make the most of the time in isolation!

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Our thoughts on Virtual Racing (Ironman & Zwift) PLUS the podcast is BACK!

We're back. 3 times a week. More podcast content to get you through your home isolations and indoor training sessions. 

Nick, Tyler and Luke talk through everything virtual racing with Ironman recently announcing their own virtual race series plus the growing demand for platforms like Zwift at the moment. Have a listen to our thoughts and a breakdown of the science to maximise VR performance (without cheating!).

 

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Listening To Your Body

Luke discusses the importance of monitoring your resting heart rate in illness prevention.

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Unilateral Transfer

If you've ever experienced muscle/strength loss as a result of an injury, then this is the episode for you! Luke discusses the benefits of unilateral transfer; that is, training one limb (eg right arm) and experiencing strength benefits in the opposite limb (left arm).

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The Biggest Swim Training Mistakes Athletes Make

In this episode we tap into our resident fast man in the pool, Tyler, taking us through his thoughts on the common mistakes he is seeing in athletes swim training. From incorrect use of assisting tools like fins and paddles, overdoing the volume and doing drills with no purpose. A must listen to help you make your time in the water more effective and get the most out of your swimming.