David Lipman works in sports technology and has a particular interest in the intersection of health and performance. He has degrees in medicine and exercise science, a background in coaching, and a strong understanding of both endurance sports and strength and conditioning.  

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-The evolution of world-class endurance training (a discussion about a recent publication)

-Dave's perspectives on triathlon training - are there things that we could do better when looking at the way triathletes typically train? 

-Finding your balance of health and performance

-How to approach new technology in sports in a smart way

-Navigating information in an age of information overload

-Weight and its nonlinear and unpredictable relationship with performance

-Trends in strength and conditioning for runners and endurance athletes

 

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• David's Twitter and Instagram,

• David's podcasts: Supersapiens Podcast and Pro Running News

• The Evolution of World-Class Endurance Training: The Scientist’s View on Current and Future Trends - Sandbakk et al. 2023

• Physical performance during energy deficiency in humans: An evolutionary perspective - Areta 2023

• Recommended books: The Perfect Mile by Neal Bascomb, and Supertraining by Yuri Verkhoshansky and Mel Siff

 

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