With hotter temperatures arriving across Canada, runners from coast to coast are being reminded of the added toll heat takes on their bodies. From easy jogs to all-out races, the summer sun can prove to be the greatest competition many athletes will face, but might it also hold the potential to be their biggest ally?
This week on The Shakeout Podcast we welcome back Dr. Trent Stellingwerff, renowned sport scientist, coach and chief performance officer for the Canadian Sport Institute. Having spearheaded athlete heat adaptation programs for many of Canada’s Olympic and World Championship teams, Stellingwerff brings his knowledge of heat training to the masses.
Whether you’re looking to beat the heat at your next summer road race or use the hot summer months as your secret weapon in the buildup to a fall marathon, Stellingwerff shares the real-world applications of heat training gained from a career working with the world’s best athletes, helping you embrace the heat like a pro.
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