Welcome back to the pod! This week, we’re diving deep into the science and strategy behind ultra recovery, speed training myths, and (yes) mid-run bananas. 🔥

We kick things off with our "Hot or Not" segment, tackling the big questions:

• Is low heart rate training still hot?

• Should you actually enjoy running in the dark?

• Mid-run bananas — are they a fiber bomb or a fueling win?

• Post-run beers: celebration or sabotage?

Then, we tackle Coach’s Nightmare: how to train smart through surprise heat spikes 🌡️ and stay safe while adapting to spring and summer running.

PLUS: We go full geek mode on post-ultra recovery — what’s really happening inside your body after you cross the finish line, from CK levels to CNS fatigue. We unpack:

• Muscle damage and inflammation

• Hormonal shifts and post-race blues

• Hydration science and kidney stress

• Why you might feel mentally ready before your body truly is

Finally, we debunk the myth: Do ultras make you slower?
Spoiler alert: done right, they can actually make you faster. We explain:

• How endurance supports speed

• Post-ultra supercompensation windows

• Year-round speed maintenance strategies

• Mental toughness as a speed advantage

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