Most Pleasant Exhaustion

In which we debrief our interview with Nicole, discuss research related to training and the immune system, talk over research related to training and aging, and consider news about the Giro d'Italia, Asbel Kiprop, Jenny Simpson, Galen Rupp, Ironman Texas, prize money at the Boston Marathon, and the new IAAF testosterone rules.

In which we talk to Nicole DiMercurio--professional runner, University of Georgia alumna, and sixth-place finisher at the 2018 Boston Marathon.

In which we discuss the recent London Marathon, the Olympic Trials coming to Atlanta, Yuki Kawauchi's announcement that he's going pro, and some research related to kids' endurance and the inertia of inactivity.

In which we discuss the 2018 running of the Boston Marathon. Patrick reflects on his fifth Boston finish in epic weather conditions along with Lauren, who finished her first Boston Marathon this year. There are important takeaways for anyone who is focused on a big goal.

In which we discuss a great deal of research on hydration, including the most hydrating drinks, hyponatremia, the link between brain function and hydration, absorption rates, and the profiles of major sports drinks.

In which we discuss the recent Half Marathon World Championships, Calum Neff's return, some recent research on de-training and de-conditioning, and some recent research on nutritional timing, metabolic rates, and recovery.

In which we discuss the upcoming Boston Marathon--strategy, history, the course, the weather, and pace considerations.

In which we discuss the start of the racing season, the recent Publix Georgia Marathon and Half-Marathon, some new research about the varying effect of caffeine on endurance performance, and the alarming correlation between the use of smartphones and pedestrian deaths in the United States.

In which we discuss all of the big things you need to consider when planning and preparing for your big race. We discuss the fundamentals of logistics, gear, nutrition, and strategy.

In which we discuss research on VO2 max training, research on the link between diet and depression, whether Atlanta will get the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials, and the lives of Dave Martin and Roger Bannister,

In which we have a wide-ranging conversation with chiropractor Josh Glass. We talk about his work with Olympic track and field teams, his work with college track teams, and about how everyday endurance athletes can benefit from chiropractic care.

In which we discuss recent news related to the Winter Games, Olympian Gwen Jorgensen, twin runners Jake and Zane Robertson, and an attempt to become the "world's heaviest marathoner," and research related to fueling for long events and the importance of sleep. Thanks for listening!

In which we describe the fundamental training principles that we employ when crafting training schedules--including our own!

In which we talk about recent news and research. We also go back over a few things from our interview with Peter Rea.

In which we talk with Peter Rea, head coach at ZAP Fitness in Blowing Rock, NC, about ZAP's mission and training.

In which we describe our favorite parts of 2017.

In which cap the year by describing our favorite running workouts!

In which we discuss the different systems that endurance athletes must train to reach peak performance.

In which we discuss some recent news and research, and then we describe periodization, a core principle of endurance training.

In which we discuss what Eddie has learned from running 30+ marathons and 50+ half-marathons, including every Run Disney race in the U.S.

In which Patrick Ollinger and I discuss our takeaways from our performances at the 2017 Chicago Marathon.

In which we respond to listener questions and comments from Episode 25 about why you'll run faster in your target race than you think.

In which we describe the main reasons that your target race will be faster than you might think.

In which we pick up on our conversation last week about technology by taking another look at Strava and a longer look at TrainerRoad. Plus, we talk a bit about Sub-2 tech and motivational music. And a little about treadmills. And blood volume. There may be a digression.

In which we catch up on some news and talk about some research on low-tech and high-tech stuff!