Unlocking HIIT: Part 1 – High-Intensity Training Demystified

In this first episode of a three-part series on the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski and Marjaana Rakai, together with expert Dr. Paul Laursen, explore the intricacies of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). The episode delves into HIIT’s foundational...

Fueling Strategies for Athlete Training and Recovery

In this informative episode of the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski and Dr. Paul Laursen, alongside guest Marjaana Rakai, delve into the intricacies of nutrition for early morning workouts. They discuss whether it’s necessary to fuel before...

Journey of an Athlete-Scientist: Paul Laursen’s Path to Athletica

In this episode of the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski and Marjaana Rakai engage with Dr. Paul Laursen, the multifaceted founder of Athletica, co-host of the HIIT Science podcast, and author. They explore his life story, delving into his past as a...

Redefining Fuel: The Athlete’s Guide to Low Carb, High Fat Living

In the second installment of The Athletes Compass focusing on nutrition, Paul Laursen and Marjaana Rakai guide Paul Warloski through the nuances of adopting a low carb, high fat (LCHF) diet. They delve into Professor Tim Noakes’ Real Meal Revolution, which...

Endurance Nutrition: Exploring Low Carb, High Fat Diets

In this episode of the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski and Paul Laursen, along with guest Marjaana Rakai, delve into the controversial yet increasingly popular topic of low carb, high fat (LCHF) diets for endurance athletes. They discuss the principles...