Race Week Real Talk: Mindset, Mistakes, and Momentum

by | Apr 3, 2025

In this episode of The Athletes Compass, Paul Laursen, Marjaana Rakai, and Paul Warloski tackle the most overlooked but pivotal phase of race performance—race week. They break down everything from tapering and travel to gear choices, mindset shifts, and even the...

Turn Off the Fan: How Heat Training Boosts Endurance

by | Mar 20, 2025

This episode of The Athletes Compass explores the role of heat training in endurance performance. Dr. Paul Laursen, Marjaana Rakai, and Paul Warloski discuss how controlled heat exposure leads to increased plasma volume, red blood cell production, and overall...

Coaching in the Digital Era: Virtual Cycling with Velocity

by | Mar 14, 2025

This episode of The Athletes Compass explores the evolution of virtual cycling with Robbie Ventura and John Nichols from Velocity Cycling. Originally born out of necessity during the pandemic, Velocity has grown into a dynamic training platform that enhances real-time...

Training Order Myths: Does Workout Sequence Really Matter?

by | Mar 6, 2025

In this episode of The Athletes Compass, Paul Laursen, Marjaana Rakai, and Paul Warloski tackle listener questions on endurance training. They discuss whether workout order affects performance, the role of strength training in triathlon prep, and how to handle missed...