Training Science Podcast

Paul Laursen & Martin Buchheit

Your hosts of the Training Science Podcast, Martin Buchheit and Paul Laursen, take a weekly deep dive into the real world application of training science in the trenches.

  1. 22시간 전

    Top Episode Replay: The Sprint Training Evolution - With Jonas Dodoo & Dr Martin Buchheit

    ⚡ EVOLVING COACHING for MODERN ATHLETES: INSIGHTS with JONAS DODOO 🏃‍♂️🔥 From sprinting mechanics to AI-driven analysis, Jonas Dodoo is helping redefine what effective coaching looks like in today’s game ⚽💨 In this episode of The Training Science Podcast, Martin sits down with Jonas to unpack how coaches can stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape: 🧠 Balancing physical preparation with mental performance  🩺Context matters for injury history & subjective responses  🤖 How AI can enhance analysis and unlock new insights  🤝 Trust & buy-in: the cornerstones of effective coaching — #TrainingSciencePodcast #HIITScience #Coaching #AthletePerformance #Rehabilitation #SportsScience #SprintTraining #InjuryPrevention #Football #AthleteDevelopment #AIinSports #PerformanceAnalysis #Trust #CoachAthleteRelationship #TrainingMethods _____________________  Today’s speakers: Dr Martin Buchheit  https://martin-buchheit.net/    Jonas Dodoo https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-tawiah-dodoo-14b38920/

    1시간 9분

  2. 6일 전

    The Physiology First Approach to Endurance Training With Dr Gabriele Gallo and Prof Paul Laursen

    Training isn't just about replicating race demands. It's about understanding the physiology that drives performance. In this episode, Dr Gabriele Gallo, founder of Knowledge is Watts, joins us to explore the concept of a physiology first approach to endurance training. Together, we discuss why successful coaching goes beyond chasing power numbers, how low and high intensity training work together over different timeframes, and why durability may be one of the most important frontiers in endurance performance. The conversation also explores fatigue resistance, carbohydrate availability, muscle damage, central fatigue, and how emerging technologies and AI may help coaches better understand the complex relationship between physiology and performance. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or sports scientist, this episode offers practical insights into building long term endurance through smarter training principles rather than simply copying race demands. Interested in learning more about the latest developments in endurance performance and sports science? Subscribe to the HIIT Science email list for updates on new research, courses, and educational opportunities. https://www.knowledgeiswatt.com/ https://knowledgeiswatt.substack.com/ Today’s speakers: Prof Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/ Gabriele Gallo https://x.com/knowledgeiswatt

    1시간 20분

  3. 6월 19일

    Lactate Reimagined: From Fuel to Signal With Dr Aitor Viribay Morales and Prof Paul Laursen

    For decades, lactate was viewed as a waste product associated with fatigue and declining performance. Today, a growing body of research paints a very different picture. In this episode, sports scientist and researcher Aitor Viribay Morales explores the evolving science of lactate, from its role as a critical fuel source to its emerging importance as a signaling molecule that influences performance, recovery, and adaptation. The conversation dives into the lactate shuttle theory, the relationship between lactate and endurance performance, the interaction between lactate and the nervous system, and the growing interest in exogenous lactate as a potential tool for athletes. Aitor also shares insights from his work in exercise metabolism and sports nutrition, highlighting how our understanding of lactate continues to evolve beyond traditional models of fatigue. Whether you're a coach, athlete, researcher, or endurance enthusiast, this episode offers a fascinating look at one of the most misunderstood molecules in sports science. Interested in learning more about the latest developments in endurance performance and sports science? Subscribe to the HIIT Science email list for updates on new research, courses, and educational opportunities. Today’s speakers: Prof Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/ Dr Aitor Viribay Morales: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aitor-viribay-598336155 https://glut4science.com/

    1시간 4분

  4. 6월 12일

    Can Running Marathons Help You Age Better? Insights from Multi Marathoners with Leo Lundy and Prof Paul Laursen

    What happens when you study people who have spent decades consistently running marathons? In this episode, we sit down with researcher and multi marathoner Leo Lundy to explore what endurance athletes can teach us about healthy aging, longevity, and lifelong performance. Drawing from his PhD research on multi marathoners around the world, Leo shares insights into cardiovascular fitness, VO₂ max, all cause mortality, cognitive performance, mental health, and the long term effects of sustained endurance training. The conversation examines why regular physical activity may help slow age-related decline, how motivation evolves across the lifespan, and what separates successful aging from simply getting older. Leo also discusses important vulnerabilities within endurance communities, including injury risk, painkiller use, mental health challenges, and the importance of ongoing health screening. Whether you're an athlete, coach, practitioner, or simply interested in extending your healthspan, this episode offers a fascinating look at what decades of consistent movement can teach us about living and aging well.  Interested in learning more from leading experts in endurance performance and healthy aging? Join the HIIT Science email list for the latest research, podcast episodes, and educational opportunities. Today’s speakers: Prof Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/ Leo Lundy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-lundy-5509501a2/ https://multimarathon.research.st/

    1시간

  5. 6월 5일

    What Elite Football Teams Get Right About Speed, Power, and Performance with Christian Clarup and Dr Martin Buchheit

    What does it take to build a high performance culture inside elite European football? In this episode, Martin sits down with Christian Clarup to discuss his journey from academy football in Denmark to leadership roles at FC Midtjylland, Sparta Prague, the Danish National Team, and the Bundesliga. Christian shares lessons learned from working across different countries, cultures, and football environments, including title winning campaigns, Champions League football, and the realities of operating inside some of Europe's most demanding clubs. The conversation explores how speed, power, and intensity shape his performance philosophy, why efficient training matters more than longer sessions, and how strength training, monitoring, and athlete buy in can support performance without creating unnecessary fatigue. They also discuss leadership, staff stability, building performance departments, managing change within clubs, and the personal realities of working in elite football while balancing family life and long term career development. Whether you're a performance practitioner, coach, sports scientist, or simply interested in what happens behind the scenes at the highest levels of football, this episode offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities of building successful performance environments. Today’s speakers: Dr Martin Buchheit  https://martin-buchheit.net/    Christian Clarup https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-clarup-5891a685/

    1시간 14분

  6. 5월 29일

    Nutrition Myths, Fasted Training, and Individual Responses with Dr Jeff Rothschild and Prof Paul Laursen

    What should endurance athletes actually eat before training? Does fasted training improve adaptation? And why do some athletes thrive on high carbohydrate intake while others perform better with less? In this episode, Dr Jeff Rothschild joins the podcast to unpack the complexity behind endurance nutrition, recovery, and training adaptation. Drawing from his work as a sports dietitian, researcher, and performance analyst, Jeff shares insights from years of research exploring carbohydrate practices, fasted training, substrate utilization, and individual variability in athlete response. The conversation explores why high intensity sessions may not require fasted training to stimulate adaptation, how recovery responses differ dramatically between athletes, and why generalized nutrition guidelines often fail to capture individual needs. Jeff also discusses the growing role of data science, machine learning, and longitudinal athlete monitoring in understanding recovery and fueling strategies, along with the practical realities of applying nutrition science in elite sport. This episode offers a balanced and highly practical discussion on endurance nutrition, helping athletes and coaches better understand how to fuel training without getting lost in dogma or extremes. Today’s speakers: Prof Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/ Dr Jeff Rothschild https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-rothschild-phd-016170146/ https://www.eatsleep.fit/

    59분

  7. 5월 22일

    Top Episode Replay: Desolving the Fat Mystery – Are Carbs History? - With Dr Phil Maffetone, Prof Tim Noakes & Prof Paul Laursen

    🥑 RETHINKING NUTRITION in ENDURANCE PERFORMANCE 💥🧠 Tim Noakes & Phil Maffetone aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo — especially when it comes to CARBS, FAT, and FUELING the brain 🧬 In this thought-provoking episode of The Training Science Podcast, Paul, Tim & Phil dig into what REALLY fuels performance: 🔥 How FAT OXIDATION supports endurance when carbs run low  🧠 Why the BRAIN—not the body—often decides your limits  📉 The trouble with INSULIN and sugar addiction in modern diets — #TrainingSciencePodcast #HIITScience #TimNoakes #PhilMaffetone #SportsNutrition #LowCarbHighFat #FatAdaptation #EndurancePerformance #GlucosePools #CarbohydrateDebate #FuelingTheBrain #InsulinResistance #SugarAddiction #MetabolicHealth #AthletePerformance #BrainPower #NutritionRevolution #ChallengingBeliefs #PerformanceFueling #EnergySystems _____________________  Today’s speakers: Prof. Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/   Dr. Phil Maffetone https://philmaffetone.com/  Prof. Tim Noakes https://x.com/LoreofRunning1

    1시간 26분

  8. 5월 15일

    The Norwegian Method Applied: From Threshold Training to Muscular Status, with Dr Marius Bakken and Prof Paul Laursen

    What if endurance performance is not so much about VO2max, lactate threshold, or running economy… but more about the muscular system itself? In this episode, Dr Marius Bakken shares the thinking behind his latest book The Norwegian Method Applied and the decades of experimentation that shaped his approach to endurance training. From double threshold training and lactate controlled intensity to muscle tone, elasticity, and stiffness, this conversation explores performance through a very different lens. The discussion unpacks why sub-threshold training became foundational within the Norwegian system, how muscular state may influence performance and fatigue more than most athletes realize, and why recovery is often misunderstood in modern endurance training. Marius also reflects on his experiences training in Kenya, his observations of elite African runners, and how balancing training load may matter more than any other factor. This episode challenges conventional thinking around endurance performance and opens up a broader discussion about what truly limits adaptation, recovery, and race day performance. Today’s speakers: Prof Paul Laursen https://www.paullaursen.com/ Dr Marius Bakken  https://www.mariusbakken.com/ The Norwegian Method Applied Book: http://geni.us/norwegianmethod

    58분
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Your hosts of the Training Science Podcast, Martin Buchheit and Paul Laursen, take a weekly deep dive into the real world application of training science in the trenches.

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    Paul Laursen & Martin Buchheit
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    2022년 - 2026년
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