Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to train while your body is still adjusting to living at altitude, pacing long endurance events with heart rate, and how to prepare for an Ultra.
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Main Topics:
- Heart rate pacing for long-distance races
- Adjusting training at altitude for optimal performance
- Preparing mentally and physically for ultra-endurance events
- Equipment and nutrition testing for multi-day races
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro and how questions guide personalized training strategies
02:00 - Heart rate pacing and maximum HR estimation methods
04:00 - Challenges of correlating heart rate with performance at different ages
06:00 - Adjusting pacing based on fitness improvements and race duration
08:00 - Importance of perceived exertion versus strict HR zones
10:00 - Impact of altitude on performance metrics and recovery
12:00 - Training adjustments at altitude: reducing intensity and frequency
14:00 - Focus on threshold work and aerobic base during altitude adaptation
16:00 - How altitude shifts affect muscle fatigue versus aerobic capacity
18:00 - The necessity of slow progression and realistic expectations for altitude adaptation
20:00 - Preparing for ultra-endurance: long rides, gear, and night simulations
22:00 - Equipment testing, nutrition, and logistical considerations for multi-day events
24:00 - Significance of mental resilience and gradual exposure to sleep deprivation scenarios
26:00 - When and how to simulate race conditions without overtraining
28:00 - Analyzing specific event details: terrain, distance, and logistics
30:00 - Final advice: start heavy, practice with gear, and embrace the challenge
