Latest Research: Superior Interval Training / Dark Chocolate / Turmeric for Runners

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Welcome to the Run Smarter Podcast, where we decipher the latest running research to help you train smarter and achieve your running goals. In today’s episode, Brodie dives into cutting-edge studies released this month, breaking them down into actionable takeaways for runners. From optimizing your interval training to uncovering the surprising benefits of dark chocolate and curcumin, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights. Plus, discover how you can gain access to hundreds of research papers and the new Run Smarter AI Assistant to level up your running IQ.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. Interval Training for VO2 Max Improvements:
   • Short intervals vs. long intervals—what’s more effective for improving VO2 max and heart rate zones?
   • Key takeaways for structuring your interval sessions.
2. Dark Chocolate for Endurance Runners:
   • How 50g of dark chocolate daily can improve arterial flexibility, reduce blood pressure, and enhance recovery.
   • Why these benefits are even more pronounced for runners over 40.
3. Curcumin and Running Performance:
   • The effects of curcumin supplementation on inflammation, brain function, and overall performance.
   • Does curcumin live up to the hype for endurance athletes?

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What is The Run Smarter Podcast?

Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.