Evan is a former track & field athlete and has learned from world-leading experts in applied muscle physiology and performance.

His goal is to identify limiting factors in sports performance and develop methods to break through those barriers, and he has experience working with athletes on-site and remotely across the U.S. and internationally.

Evan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evan_peikon/

Topics:

0:31 - Intro

1:09 - Translational sport scientist

2:44 - Training research VS reality

7:46 - Auto-regulated training protocols (rowing)

11:27 - The origin of periodization and its evolution

14:23 - When block periodization does work

15:05 - Undulating periodization

17:23 - Energy system training VS strength training (or are they the same?)

21:58 - Blending training protocols

23:57 - Testing technology (what is a Moxy monitor and how does it work)

26:37 - Performance limiters

31:50 - When do those limiters apply

34:32 - Moxy feedback and training volume

38:18 - Muscle isolation VS whole body unit/muscle function

42:59 - More volume/intensity VS adjusting biological/psychological/social factors

44:52 - Self-concept in athletes (I AM TRAINING)

47:37 - Evan’s mentorship program

Full Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/svBYe_h61ok