Jun 29, 2014

Part 3 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at training intensities and the differences between the devices you can use to measure.  Mikki looks at Magnesium and tells us about its vital role in our body for both athletic performance and health. A fascinating interview with one of the world's leading...

Jun 22, 2014

Part 2 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at elite performance and training intensities. Has one particular approach to training been more successful than another. In this episode he discusses the two distinct training models - polarised and threshold.  Mikki interviews the amazing Ben Greenfield. Ben is a fitness,...

Jun 15, 2014

Part 1 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at elite performance and training intensities.  Has one particular approach to training been more successful than another? In Part 1 we discuss the spread of training intensity across your week and why it matters.

Mikki talks about carbohydrate mouth rinses – can they...

Jun 8, 2014

Bev talks about the importance of the kick in freestyle swimming.  What's its purpose and do we really need to kick?  See the show notes for YouTube footage of some useful drills and links to some of the toys you can use.  BCAA's – Branch Chain Amino Acids – Mikki tells us about their usefulness in recovery...

Jun 1, 2014

Bevan and Mikki talk about the importance of sleep to our athletic performance and our general health. The behaviours, food and supplements that may help and the best apps to monitor our sleep patterns and identify any issues.
Our interview this week is with Nicholas Gill, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the NZ...