Deciding How to Train + HR Monitor Troubleshooting
Release Date: 02/27/2024
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Consummate Athlete Podcast
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Beyond Survival Mode: Unlock Your Potential - Steve Magness
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This episode of The Consummate Athlete, we sit down with performance expert and bestselling author, Steve Magness, to unpack the core principles of his groundbreaking new book, . Steve shares his personal journey from the high-pressure world of professional coaching, including his experiences as a whistleblower, to reveal why so many of us struggle to thrive in the face of external pressure. Steve shares his framework for success and numerous practical insights and tactics to action in your training this week. PRIZE - One BOOK Give-a-way - Deadline is Feb 14th 2025 at midnight E.S.T....
info_outlineToday Molly and Peter discuss a listener question about deciding how one should train for endurance sports. We also do a quick run-through of troubleshooting Heart Rate Straps. Please see link to post on the topic in links below and the youtube version if you prefer to watch.
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Show Notes
- https://amzn.to/3rUJR5X = Heart Rate Chest strap mentioned
- Post on HR chest Strap Troubleshooting on Consummate Athlete
- Frequency , Volume, Intensity - What Type of Cyclist are you (POST)
- Consummate Athlete Tenets Post (80, 90, 100)
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