Understanding Lactate and the Norwegian Method with Dr. Sam Shepherd

Simon Ward, The High Performance Human Triathlon Podcast

In today’s episode I’m joined by Dr. Sam Shepherd, Head of Sports Science at Precision Fuel and Hydration, and a leading expert on lactate. Together, we dive into the fascinating world of lactate, training zones, and the cutting-edge Norwegian Method often associated with elite triathletes like Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt.

We wrap up by exploring the Norwegian Method - a high-volume, high-intensity training approach that emphasizes frequent threshold training and precise lactate testing to fine-tune performance. While it may seem like a modern innovation, the principles behind it have been around for decades. In fact, my own journey with lactate began in 1987, and it’s amazing to see how today’s tools bring more precision to what was practiced back then.

Topics we discuss on today’s show are:

1. What is lactate? Is it the villain in training or a misunderstood ally?
2. Lactate thresholds: Understanding the key markers and why they matter.
3. Measuring lactate: How it’s done in the lab or the field.
4. The Norwegian Method: Is it revolutionary or simply refined?
5. Practical insights: How athletes can use lactate data to enhance training.
6. The future of lactate testing: Real-time monitoring and its potential to transform training.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or sports science enthusiast, this conversation offers valuable insights into how understanding lactate can elevate performance.

Listen now and unlock the secrets of lactate and cutting-edge training methodologies. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the show!

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Free online sweat test: https://sweattest.precisionhydration.com/pages/why-personalise-your-hydration-strategy
Quick carb calculator: https://www.precisionhydration.com/products/precision-fuel-sample-pack/#thecarbcalculator
Athlete Case Studies: https://www.precisionhydration.com/athletes/case-studies/triathlon/

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