Training Science Podcast

How to MAXIMIZE Submaximal Testing - with Dr Shaun McLaren & Dr Martin Buchheit

Paul Laursen & Martin Buchheit Season 1 Episode 154

🚀 MONITOR. MEASURE. ADAPT. 💪🏉

Dr Shaun McLaren @Shaun_McLaren1  knows that tracking TRAINING LOAD and SUBMAXIMAL TESTING isn’t just about numbers—it’s about OPTIMIZING ATHLETE PERFORMANCE 📊🔥!

In the latest episode of The Training Science Podcast, Martin @mart1buch & Shaun dive into:

📉 Why the SIMPLEST metrics often provide the BEST insights;

⚖️ BALANCING training load & training effects for peak performance;|

❤️‍🔥 HEART RATE variability & why it’s NOT just about aerobic fitness;

🎯 How GAME-BASED assessments can replace traditional fitness tests!

“The game IS the test.”

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Today’s speakers:

Dr Martin Buchheit https://martin-buchheit.net/ 

Dr Shaun McLaren https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunmclaren1 


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