S2 E14. The Truth About Race Weight and Performance
Race Ready26 Jul

S2 E14. The Truth About Race Weight and Performance

This week on the Race Ready Podcast, we're answering some of the biggest questions sent in by listeners and tackling topics that every endurance athlete and coach eventually has to face. From training safely during periods of poor air quality to developing young athletes, we dive into the practical coaching decisions that can have a lasting impact on performance. We also explore why movement quality, athleticism, and having fun may be more important than obsessing over training zones during an athlete's early years.

The conversation then shifts to one of the most sensitive and misunderstood topics in endurance sport: race weight and body composition. We discuss the relationship between fueling, performance, RED-S, and long-term athlete health, while breaking down why chasing a number on the scale is rarely the right goal. Instead, we explore how athletes can think strategically about nutrition, recovery, strength training, and sustainable performance without compromising their health or training adaptations.

Finally, we answer a listener question about classic ski pole length and revisit one of cross-country skiing's biggest equipment rule changes, discussing how pole length affects technique, efficiency, and racing strategy. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or dedicated Nordic fan, this episode is packed with practical advice, coaching philosophy, and thoughtful discussion designed to help you train smarter and perform at your best.


Link to USOPC smoke guidelines:

https://canva.link/mdb7ehy8agxhvuw


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