Run with Fitpage

In this podcast episode, we covered several important topics. Eric Orton, a renowned runner and running coach, shared his insights on various subjects including training techniques, whether or not to run barefoot, and how to maintain proper foot landing and balance. He also talked about the book Born to Run, which he co-authored with Christopher McDougall. Eric revealed fascinating facts about the Tarahumara runners — facts that every runner should know. He also shared valuable knowledge on endurance and how to build it effectively.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
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In this episode of Run with Fitpage, we have Dr. Stavros Kavouras, a distinguished Professor of Nutrition and Assistant Dean of graduate education at Arizona State University's College of Health Solutions. Professor Kavouras discusses the depths of hydration science and its impact on performance, with our host Vikas Singh.

Dr Stavros is at the forefront of hydration science. As the visionary founder of the Hydration Science Lab, his pioneering research delves into the profound impact of water intake on both health and performance. Renowned globally, Dr. Kavouras ranks among the top 2% of the world's most cited scientists. With over 160 peer-reviewed articles to his credit, his work has been cited over 10,400 times, showcasing an impressive h-index of 54. A sought-after authority, he has shared his expertise through lectures spanning 29 countries.

Dr. Kavouras' current research encompasses crucial areas such as hydration and glucose regulation, fluid composition for optimal hydration, and the intricate relationship between children's hydration and obesity. His editorial leadership is evident as Editor-in-chief of the Hydration section for Nutrients, a section editor of the European Journal of Nutrition, and an associate editor of Frontiers in Nutrition. Recognized for his contributions, Dr. Kavouras holds fellowships in esteemed institutions such as the American College of Sports Medicine and the European College of Sports Science. He is an elected member of prominent organizations including the American Society of Nutrition, the Obesity Society, and the American Physiological Society.

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Twitter(X): @DrHydration
Instagram: @drhydration
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stavros-kavouras-52032096/

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
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LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Even the best sportscar cannot move forward without sufficient fuel and the right type of fuel; the same goes for your body while training for or racing long distances.

In this conversation with Dr. Ernst Albin Hansen, research leader at Centre for Health and Rehabilitation at University College, Absalon, we learn about the importance of nutrition and fueling while running long distances and more importantly for maintaining the intensity while on those long runs. This discussion revolves around what one can consume before a run, supplements to replenish energy while running, post-workout meal options, the importance of fasted workouts and how one can train their body to utilize fats to produce energy.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:
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Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Don't get detained this summer, just train differently and effectively.

Summers in most parts of India are brutal with high temperatures and humidity. Most runners consider this as an off season, a time to pause running and training. In this podcast, listen to how you can alter your training and nutrition strategy and yet continue to train during the summers. We've covered nutrition, hydration, paces, heart rate zones, supplements and much more which will help you train well and continue to stay in shape for race season 2025.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
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LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Maintaining a healthy diet is a challenge for most of us. One of the key reasons behind it is the lack of knowledge when it comes to what we need to consume and in what proportion. In this podcast, Professor Timothy Noakes weighs in on the importance of macro as well as micronutrients, the role of carbohydrates and fats, the difference between a diet for good health and a diet for performance as well as the importance of a good carb loading plan before an endurance event. If you are looking to learn a bit more about the different elements of a good diet, this is the conversation for you.

Prof Noakes is the author or co‐author of more than 250 scientific publications and is on the editorial boards of eight international scientific publications. He is the founder and director of the Noakes foundation, founder and medical director at Nutritional Network and the co-founder of Eat Better South Africa.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
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Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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“There is a very limited number of people who see a strong connection between their current behaviour and its future outcome.”

Michael J. Joyner, M.D., is a physician-researcher and one of the world’s leading experts on human performance and exercise physiology. He is also a 2:25 marathoner. In today’s conversation, we dive into the importance of exercise, cardiovascular health and the significance of VO2Max. If you are interested in improving your cardiovascular health and enhancing your VO2max, this is the podcast for you.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
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LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Dr. Kevin Masters is a clinical psychologist and a leader in the fields of health psychology and behavioral medicine. He is a professor of psychology at the University of Colorado Denver. He served a term as the Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Behavioral Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Society of Behavioral Medicine. 

In this conversation with Vikas, Dr Masters discusses why it is difficult to take up a fitness habit and sustain and what are the key reasons that build a habit. The conversation will delight you and hopefully teach you a few things to continue with the love of running.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:
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Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Avinash Krishnamurthi is an avid ultramarathoner and a member of the runners council of the TATA Ultra Marathon. Get right into this engaging conversation as Avinash shares his journey of becoming a runner to an ultramarathoner and how he suggests one can train and tackle the TATA Ultra Marathon, a race very dear to him. If you will be running the TUM this year, listening to this conversation will be helpful.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:
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LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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Dr Indu Tandon is a running enthusiast who secured a podium finish at the Tata Ultra Marathon 2024 in her age group. Listen to this engaging conversation where she discusses her journey of taking up running and learning progressively. If you are planning to run the TUM anytime soon, this may be a helpful conversation.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:
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LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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We all love running, and particularly training for running well. But what happens when one cant train regularly? We detrain then. How about we understand the science of detraining and how you can take steps to avoid it.

Let us learn the science of detraining with Dr. Ed Coyle, director of  the Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Texas at Austin.

About Vikas Singh:
Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.
For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:
Instagram: @vikas_singhh
LinkedIn: Vikas Singh
Twitter: @vikashsingh101

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