Q&A on gear and technology | EP#400

Mikael answers listener questions on the topics of gear and technology.         IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Carbon fibre plated shoes and barefoot running shoes -Crank vs. pedal based power meter -Lactate testing -VO2master and Moxy (muscle oxygen saturation, SmO2) -Are triathletes too tech-reliant?  -Wetsuits: fit and sizing, difference in prize points, are entry-level suits any good, and the process of finding the right wetsuit for you   SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts400/   SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/   SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes perform at their best through their online tools, patented Sweat Test and range of electrolytes and fueling products. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner and receive a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake. If you want further help, book a free 20-minute video consultation to chat through your plan. Listen out for the code in today's show to get 15% off your first order of PF&H; electrolytes and fueling products. If you missed the code, just email [email protected].   ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a unique Dryland Swim Trainer that allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. With the trainer you can do specific power and technique work, including working on your catch and core activation, and it helps you stay consistent even if you don’t have much time to train. You can try the Zen8 risk-free for up to 30 days, and you can get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Exercise intensity domains and phase transitions: the power-duration relationship - Article by Dr. Mark Burnley Lactate threshold with Mark Burnley, PhD | EP#330 Does Lactate-Guided Threshold Interval Training within a High-Volume Low-Intensity Approach Represent the “Next Step” in the Evolution of Distance Running Training? - Casado et al. 2023 Maria Francesca Piacentini, PhD | EP#392 Muscle oxygen saturation and iliac artery flow limitation with Jem Arnold | EP#358 Muscle Oxygen Saturation (SmO2) with Roger Schmitz | EP#85 Physiology, testing and respiratory training with Andrew Sellars | EP#361 Q&A; on racing and testing | EP#399 Q&A; on run training (part 2) | EP#388 Q&A; on run training (part 1) | EP#385 Q&A; on bike training | EP#381 Q&A; on swim training | EP#377 Q&A; on season planning, goal setting, and personal limiters | EP#372 Q&A; episode archive   RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/   CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at [email protected] or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.