Best Heart Rate Tracking Podcasts (2024)

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#156 - Optimize Gut Bacteria with Dr. William Davis 53:48

1h ago53:48

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Those who deal with gut issues, health issues, and certain diseases might be missing something when it comes to their health. For years the food industry has told us to eat wheat and grains, but that has been making people sicker. Dr. William Davis, the author of Wheat Belly, joins the show to talk about how certain strains of wheat are wreaking ha…

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214. Silver Rush 50 Mile and Getting Back Up, Shoe Hot Takes, Fueling Slower Efforts, Unconventional Tapers, Mount Marathon, and Tour de France Stories! 1:27:29

4d ago1:27:29

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We took some Big Leadville Energy into this great episode! The main topic was the Silver Rush 50 Miler, which David raced on Saturday. The last few months have been a doozy, starting with the bike accident and severe concussion back in early April. It has been hard at times, in ways that go a lot deeper than athletics. This episode is about falling…

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#155 - Why We Hurt with Brent Stevenson 53:14

7d ago53:14

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Brent Stevenson is a physiotherapist, author, dad, husband, and educator. In his book, Why We Hurt, Brent weaves readers through layers of stories, emotions, and anatomy to connect people to the meaning associated with the tensions they hold inside. Brent has his own physical trauma he's had to overcome and it's given him unique insight that has sh…

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213. Western States 100 Insanity and How The Sport Has Changed Forever, Why Everyone is Getting Faster, The Biggest Trail Breakthrough Ever, and History at the Olympic Trials! 1:37:29

11d ago1:37:29

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We were flying high after the best sports week of all time for this amazing episode! The main topic was the 2024 Western States 100, the most insane race we have ever seen. It was not a cool year, but the times were wildly faster across the board, building on massive speed breakthroughs from 2023. What are we seeing? The same trends are present on …

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212. Olympic Trials Stories, Western States Preview, Jim Walmsley's VK, Salty Foods for Training, Broken Arrow Breakthroughs, and Arm Band Heart Rate! 1:28:37

18d ago1:28:37

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We are coming to you from Eugene, Oregon at the Olympic Track Trials for this amazing episode! The main topic was on some inspiring stories from the first half of the Trials, which feels like the ultimate party of the US running world. And like most good parties, it features a lot of Snoop Dogg. We also talked about lessons from Broken Arrow, inclu…

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#154 - Insights on Mental Health and Addiction with Brice Hancock 34:39

21d ago34:39

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Brice Hancock is the CEO behind Mile High Recovery Centers in Denver. He is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with addiction to overcome their challenges and reclaim their lives. Brice’s passion for recovery comes from his own lifelong struggle with substance abuse. With years of experience in the field of addiction treatment and sober li…

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211. Speed for Long Races, Olympic Trials and Western States, vVO2 Workouts, Roger Federer's Speech on Belief, and Bicarb Hacks! 1:35:19

25d ago1:35:19

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We thought long and hard about alien physiology before recording this great episode! The main topic was a wildly cool wrinkle in training science. Across all different types of events, the most predictive variable for performance is often how fast an athlete can go at VO2 max effort. That could have massive implications for how we think about train…

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210. Why Strides Work, Supershoe Tech Review for the Trails, History at NCAA Champs, Parker Valby's Dominance, and AI Songs! 1:34:10

1M ago1:34:10

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We put on some bouncy shoes for optimal energy return before this great episode! The main training discussion was a new study on a speed protocol that caused major improvements in high-level runners. We zoom out to discuss other studies that have similar findings, including one that provided a theory for mechanisms in slow-twitch muscle fibers. The…

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#153 - Track your Heart Rate Variability with Dr. Torkil Færø 30:38

1M ago30:38

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In a world of wearable devices why does Heart Rate Variability matter most? How can we use devices to train our autonomic nervous system? Today’s special guest is Dr. Torkil Faero will answer those questions in this podcast. Dr. Torkil is a general practitioner and emergency room physician. He has gained a unique picture of the diseases that plague…

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209. Love With Limits, Spring Energy's False Nutrition Labels, Kilian's Unmatched Dominance, Running Club Romance, and The Future is Female Coaches! 1:36:07

1M ago1:36:07

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We were emotionally hardened by some sleepless nights before recording this special episode! A couple months ago, a brilliant podcast listener on Reddit published her predictions that Spring Energy's Awesomesauce gel had incorrect calorie counts. Three weeks ago, those findings were confirmed by a German lab. This past week, everything exploded on …

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208. Gel Controversy Grows, Courtney's Nutrition Strategy, Fueling Case Studies, World Record 10k, Trash Talking on the Track, and A Meaning of Life! 1:35:23

2M ago1:35:23

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We ate a bag of performance waffles to get ready for this awesome episode! The first topic was a follow-up on the controversy about a gel that may have mislabeled its calorie count. We discuss emails from listeners that provide more context, along with what it might mean for food labeling generally. It's a wild, wild world out there! The main train…

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#152 - Tasha's Transformation Story; Hormone Health 33:20

2M ago33:20

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Tasha has a powerful story that starts with her breaking up with diet culture and doing a deep dive into women's hormonal health. Now Tasha is a Clinical Nutritionist and Hormone Expert who has coached other 1000's of women to feel, operate and look their best by helping them find balance with their hormones. If you struggle with weight loss, brain…

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207. Core Strength, Controversy in a Gel's Calorie Total, Track Coaching Takeaways, Ketones and Hormones, Big Hope, and Coaching AI! 1:35:26

2M ago1:35:26

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We gathered liquid courage (chugging from a gallon of chocolate milk) for this great episode! The main training topic comes from the world of track, where athletes are probing the limits of human physiology. Because the margins separating athletes on the track are so small, there are takeaways for all endurance performance. Raise the ceiling to rai…

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#151 - Kari's Transformation Story; Cut the Anchor 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Kari Berridge has a unique transformation story that started with being trapped in an abusive relationship. The gym was her only saving grace, the one time she got to be by herself and the one activity that was harnessing strength and building her confidence. Kari is now an author, bodybuilding competitor and Personal Fitness coach. Her book, "Cut …

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206. Doing Hard Things, Longevity and Training, Fueling Short Workouts, The Power of Placebo, AI Bots, and Cocodona 250! 1:31:42

2M ago1:31:42

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We sat in a stew of uncertainty before recording this awesome (and healing) episode! The main training topic was a pair of studies looking at longevity outcomes in serious athletes. Extra-hard training seems to have longevity benefits compared to general population lifestyles, contrary to some warnings you might hear! Let's all plan on doing uphill…

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205. The Mystery of Training Non-Response, Strength Work Approaches, Health Metrics, New Bike Day, and Track Going Mainstream! 1:33:46

2M ago1:33:46

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We celebrated a week with minimal life drama (YAY) before recording this great episode! The main training topic was a new study monitoring response v. non-response. Imagine two similar athletes who are given the the same training program. One could have breakthroughs, and one could face physical disaster. Why? We use the study to talk about how we …

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204. Canyons 100k Breakthroughs, Why Megan Didn't Race, Carb-Loading Thoughts, Bloodwork Season, TikTok Ban, and Big Surprises! 1:29:42

3M ago1:29:42

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We got the surprise of our lives before recording this dazed-and-excited episode! The main topic was the Canyons 100k. It was Megan's dream race, and you may have seen... she did not start. We had some incredibly surprising news right before we boarded our flight to California for the race, and we process it in real-time on the episode. Hopefully t…

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#150 - Casey's Transformation Story; The First Action Step 45:14

3M ago45:14

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It is an honor to have this be Think Fitness Life's 150th episode. From a diagnosis of an aggressive cancer that put her abruptly in the hospital for 30 days, to suffering a stroke and being placed in a 3 day coma. Casey's journey brought her body down to a point where she had to regain strength to just sit up in bed and re-learn to tie her shoes b…

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203. Canyons 100k Pre-Race, Improving Power, Perils of Energy Availability Cycling, Wild Shoe Tech, and Crash Recovery! 1:33:18

3M ago1:33:18

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We sipped on some of the finest, chalkiest electrolyte drink for this great episode! The main topic was gearing up for big events, spurred by Megan's upcoming adventure at the Canyons 100k. After the health issues, we were unsure whether we'd ever be able to have this sort of discussion on the podcast, and listeners have been there every step of th…

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#149 - Rewire your Mindset with Brian Keane 41:27

3M ago41:27

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From a former school teacher turned fitness professional; over the past seven years, Brian has become one of the most recognised faces in the Irish health and fitness industry. In 2017, Brian published his first book The Fitness Mindset which spent 16 weeks on the Amazon best seller list. In December 2019, he published his second best selling book …

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202. Process v. Competitive Fire, USA Jersey Scandal, Boston Marathon Hot Takes, Carbs and Central Fatigue, and Valby's Cross Training! 1:28:08

3M ago1:28:08

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We got extremely hyped watching the Boston Marathon before recording this amazing episode! The main training topic was a new study connecting carb intake during exercise to reduced central fatigue, leading to the researchers theorizing a link between "excess" carbs and improved neuromuscular function. The study protocol was weird and wild! Does thi…

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#148 - Kristy's Transformation Story; Improve your Relationship with Food 41:45

3M ago41:45

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Conventional dieting information can lead people to eating less and feeling stressed. Along with stepping on the scale everyday, this can result in poor health and low satisfaction. A lot of things can happen when we break up with diet culture. Kristy has an amazing story of losing over 50 lbs from her clean eating efforts and weight training. Kris…

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201. Reflections From a Near-Death Experience, Getting Back on the Bike, Zone 2 Tutorial, Shoe Reviews, and Fueling Cheat Sheets! 1:39:27

3M ago1:39:27

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We enjoyed an all-expenses-paid ambulance trip before this amazing episode! The main topic was David's harrowing bike crash. The incredible paramedics said that the impact launched him 100 feet through the air. Somehow, the concussion, a broken wrist, and lacerations seem to be the worst of it. The legs are 100%! And as all runners know, wrists and…

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#147 - Nick's Transformation Story; Overcoming Life's Obstacles 48:28

3M ago48:28

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A story of survival from someone faced with cancer 4x, diabetes, herniated discs and an alcohol addiction. Nick Klingensmith has overcome many of life's obstacles; with over 100 spartan races completed, Nick is now a motivational speaker, auther and endurance athlete. Nick shares with us the profound perspectives and lessons gained from his experie…

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200th Episode Celebration! 5 Ways Our Approach Has Changed, Strength Work Evolution, Post-Race Recovery, and World XC! 1:34:22

3M ago1:34:22

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It's the 200th episode, and we brought so much gratitude to the party! The main topic was reflecting on 5 ways our approach to endurance training/coaching has changed, based on new research and real-world experience. The topics buffet is packed with goodness: extreme-carb fueling during hard efforts, heavier strength work (in moderation), less need…

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#146 - Correcting Movement Mechanics with Aleena Kanner 55:23

4M ago55:23

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Aleena Kanner is a Postural Restoration Trained clinician with a big passion and interest in treating and helping individuals understand their mechanics. Aleena and Eric discuss recognizing poor patterns, how people get stuck and how to treat them. Permanent changes to the way the human body operates can have a big downside, and worsen symptoms or …

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199. Jasmin's Astonishing Barkley Marathons, Crown King 50k Lessons, Squats, Downhill Training, and Power Glutes! 1:32:52

4M ago1:32:52

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We rode the inspiration wave from witnessing history for this great episode! The main topic was on the mind-boggling finish from Jasmin Paris at the Barkley Marathons. She is the first woman to finish the race, and we think it will go down as one of the most impressive endurance achievements ever. We break down why that is, and we proceed to eat so…

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#145 - Analemma Water with Mario Brainovic 50:27

4M ago50:27

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The majority of your cells are water, so why wouldn't we want to try to make sure we're replenishing our body with the best water we can get? We've heard about purified water vs water with mineral content and that importance. But today we're going to hear about Analemma water and the concept of structured water along with the exciting scientific di…

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198. Fatigue Resistance Tips, Intro to Uphill Treadmill, Ketones, Double Workout Feelings, and Performance Vibration! 1:31:47

4M ago1:31:47

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We vibed with a new playlist (Taylor's version) before this great episode! The main training topic was a new study on fatigue resistance, which used a novel protocol for testing durability involving different levels of intensity. "Durability" research may be the most exciting part of modern performance science, and we broaden it out with real-world…

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#144 - Muzna's Transformation Story; One Step at a time 34:07

4M ago34:07

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Muzna began her journey as an overworked mother taking care of her kids, husband and mother without any time for her personal health. A sudden stroke that was suffered by her mother opened Muzna's eyes to the idea of being proactive about one's health. Her journey would take her down a path of discovery involving all the mental benefits that would …

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197. Lululemon's Big Ultra Bet, Running Form Science, Heat and Mitochondria, Camille's New Records, and UTMB Talk! 1:32:52

4M ago1:32:52

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We made questionable playlist decisions (arf arf) to get hyped for this amazing episode! The big topic was Lululemon's FURTHER event, a 6-day ultra in the California desert, full of intrigue and world records. Megan was on the ground as coach and science advisor, and she returns with a report that will blow your minds. What happens when a company i…

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Exciting Update on Where We've Been (And Where We're Moving To!) 44:27

4M ago44:27

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We're back from a short podcasting break with an exciting update on what's new with MOTTIV and what we've been up to lately! For a free training plan, visit https://mymottiv.com

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#143 - Autophagy & Longevity with Don Moxley 44:17

4M ago44:17

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Don Moxley's career began as Ohio State's first sports scientist and now he is director of Applied Science at Longevity Labs. Don went from elevating athletic performance to enhancing human performance. Most recently Don continues to educate about autophagy, our cellular house-cleaning, and how it relates to longevity. Throughout his research he le…

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196. Fueling Tutorial, Fatigue Resistance, Athlete Contracts, Megan's Biggest Week, Bike Training, and World Indoors! 1:35:11

4M ago1:35:11

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We ate some business PB+Js to fuel up for this great episode! The main training topic was on fueling like your athletic life depends on it. Erase all of your preconceived notions and ask this question: When you're already tired and you're still a couple hours away from home, what do you do? If you're anything like many of the best endurance athlete…

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195. Double Workouts, Running as a Power Sport, Megan's Overall Win, Big Alta Races, and New Mental Health Study! 1:36:44

5M ago1:36:44

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We put on some see-through pants for this great episode! The main training topic was on double workouts, involving two moderate sessions in a single day. Norwegian athletes are notorious for their double threshold days, and over the last few years, we have been using an adapted approach with the treadmill or cross-training that can be implemented f…

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#142 - Collagen Peptides with Sean Lake 52:53

5M ago52:53

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Lifelong friend to the late great Glen “BUB” Doherty and the BUBS Naturals frontline in forging Glen’s legacy. Merging his career experience as a professional athlete, director of global marketing, and entrepreneur, Sean has personally curated the product, communal spirit, and charitable mission that defines the BUBS Naturals brand. Woven into the …

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