IMO #10 - The scrutiny around the women's marathon WR, caffeine timing, speed blocks vs mileage blocks before the marathon specific period begins and more.
Update: 2024-10-31
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This episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, hosted by Matt, marks a significant upgrade in audio quality thanks to a new Elgato Wave 3 microphone and the advantage of recording from a soundproof room. Matt introduces the 'In My Opinion' series where he shares his uncensored thoughts on various topics, inspired by the format popularized by comedian Bill Burr. The episode covers a range of topics including the evolution of his marathon times, the impact of training environment and equipment on performance, and debates within the running community such as course conditions affecting personal bests. He also addresses questions from his listeners about nutrition, strategies for running in different conditions, and his experiences with specific training methods. Additionally, Matt touches on the new Grand Slam track initiative and reflects on his experiences in Kona, drawing comparisons between marathon and Ironman mentalities. Lastly, he invites listeners to join a special paid podcast series he co-hosts with Luke, offering deeper insights and a bit of humor.
Topics:
- 00:00 Introduction and New Setup
- 00:52 Origins of 'In My Opinion' Series
- 01:47 Podcast Evolution and Future Plans
- 03:39 Debate on Wind-Assisted Races
- 06:47 Rivalries and Personal Reflections
- 14:44 Training Insights and Strategies
- 24:24 Strava and Marathon PBs
- 28:27 Bicarb Craze and Caffeine Use
- 31:15 Caffeine Strategy for Endurance Races
- 33:37 Cooling and Hydration Tips for Hot Races
- 40:08 Scrutiny of Women's World Marathon Record
- 44:11 Increasing Mileage and Training Consistency
- 53:08 Triathlon vs. Marathon Mindset
- 56:29 Future Plans and Podcast Promotion
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![Chicago Marathon Recap - Matt finally breaks 2:20, Women's WR: 2:09 [Training Talk Episode]](https://s3.castbox.fm/ba/d9/62/29427d3b57b6d19f65f054f7c76dce02d1_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Chicago Marathon Recap - Matt finally breaks 2:20, Women's WR: 2:09 [Training Talk Episode]")
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