In this episode of the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski, Marjaana Rakai, and Dr. Paul Laursen dive into the 80-20 training model, a popular method for organizing training time among endurance athletes. They explore the origins of the model, its application in preseason training, and how it can be adapted for different training volumes....

Summary: Dive deep into the functionality and training philosophy of the Athletica training platform in this engaging episode of the Athletes’ Compass Podcast. Hosts Paul Laursen, Paul Warloski and Marjaana Rakai tackle a range of listener questions, shedding light on how Athletica tailors athletic testing, adapts training plans, incorporates rest days, and integrates strength training...

In episode 11 of the Athletes Compass, hosts Paul Warloski, Marjaana Rakai, and expert Dr. Paul Laursen explore the concept of training thresholds and their significance in setting effective training zones for athletes. They delve into the physiological underpinnings of exercise intensity, including VO2 max, economy of movement, and the critical role of thresholds in...

Summary: This episode of the Athletes Compass podcast features hosts Paul Warloski and guests Marjaana Rakai and Dr. Paul Laursen discussing how athletes can measure their training progress without participating in races. The conversation revolves around various methods and tools athletes can use to track improvement in different aspects of their training, including endurance, strength,...

In Episode 9 of the Athletes Compass podcast, hosts Paul Warloski and Marjaana Rakai, along with Dr. Paul Laursen, discuss the short-term and potential long-term effects of extreme endurance events on the body, addressing a question from listener Janice Campbell. The episode delves into various stressors athletes face during such events and the time frame...

This episode of the “Athletes Compass” podcast (part 3 of 3 on recovery) focuses on nutrition and other modalities of recovery for endurance athletes. Paul and Marjaana Rakai discuss the fundamentals of nutrition, emphasizing the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients, and the detrimental effects of sugar and processed foods. The conversation also covers the role...

In this episode of ‘The Athletes Compass’ (part 2 of 3 on recovery), hosts Paul Warloski, Marjaana Rakai, and Dr. Paul Laursen delve into the critical role of sleep in recovery for athletes. The episode kicks off with a discussion on how sleep affects various aspects of recovery, such as memory consolidation, hormonal regulation, and...

This episode explores the crucial aspect of recovery in training, particularly for everyday endurance athletes. The hosts delve into how to identify when you’re fully recovered, why recovery is essential, and how it impacts performance and overall health. Discussions include personal anecdotes about recognizing recovery (or lack thereof), the use of technological tools like HRV...

In this informative episode of The Athlete’s Compass podcast, the hosts delve into the critical importance of consistent training for everyday athletes, highlighting the role of stress in fostering physical resilience and adaptation. Key discussions include the General Adaptation Syndrome theory, balancing training with life stress, and the significance of personalized training plans. Additionally, the...

In this special edition of the Athletes Compass podcast, the team addresses listener questions about Athletica.ai and training in general. How do I interpret Athletica’s AI when it gives warnings that my training plan is too low or too high? How do I manage injuries within Athletica? Do I need to adjust pace or heart-rate...