The Athlete's Compass

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Episodes: 127

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The Athlete’s Compass Podcast is your compass for navigating endurance training and health. In this show, we explore the cardinal directions of training, nutrition, recovery, and mindset, delving into the dynamic relationship that drives athletic success. Athletes are more than numbers; they're individuals with unique lifestyles and mindset challenges. Coaches who understand these personal nuances play a vital role in their athletes' journey. While training details and data are important, tools like Athletica provide a solution to streamline the technicalities, allowing coaches to focus on the human connection which makes the human coaches the best they can be. Each week, renowned sports scientist and researcher Paul Laursen will be our teacher and guide as we break down training principles so you can understand how best to train for your sport! We take a no-bullshit and practical approach to support age-groupers, masters, and everyday cyclists, runners, and triathletes like you as you find your direction as an athlete. The hosts are Paul Laursen, sports scientist and founder of the Athletica.ai training platform, Marjana Rakai, coach, sports scientist, and triathlete, and Paul Warloski, coach and cyclist.

Episode Date
Carbs for Endurance: How Much Do You Actually Need?
May 07, 2026
Athlete Burnout: Warning Signs, Recovery, and How to Find Joy Again
Apr 30, 2026
How to Train for Endurance After 50 with Dr. Reaburn
Apr 23, 2026
The Science of Aerobic Efficiency And How to Train It
Apr 16, 2026
Menopause & Performance: What You Need to Know with Dr. Rebecca Robinson |
Apr 09, 2026
Move Better, Perform Better: Erin Carson’s Training Approach
Apr 02, 2026
Rest Day vs. Recovery Day: What Actually Works?
Mar 26, 2026
HRV Training Explained: How to Know When to Push or Rest
Mar 19, 2026
Solo vs Group Training: Which One Is Better for You?
Mar 12, 2026
Meet Athletica AI Coach: The Future of Training
Mar 05, 2026
How to Train for Hyrox with Siren Seiler-Viken
Feb 26, 2026
From First 10K at 48 to Ironman: Jeff Weiss’ Endurance Journey
Feb 19, 2026
The Second Threshold Explained: LT2, FTP & Critical Power Demystified
Feb 12, 2026
Why More Exercise Doesn’t Always Burn More Calories with Dr. Mikki Williden
Feb 05, 2026
The Athlete’s Guide to Smarter Warmups
Jan 29, 2026
How a Late Start Led to World Championships: Jerome’s Triathlon Story
Jan 22, 2026
HIIT: The Secret Weapon for Endurance Athletes
Jan 15, 2026
Why You Need Cross-Training in Your Plan
Jan 08, 2026
ChatGPT meets HIIT Science: Athletica’s New AI Coach
Jan 01, 2026
When Data Stops Helping: Escaping the Trap of Training Metrics
Dec 25, 2025
Pause, Rest, Reset: A Holiday Guide for Everyday Athletes
Dec 18, 2025
Your Brain on Race Day: Understanding Pre-Race Anxiety
Dec 11, 2025
Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body with Ashley Eckermann
Dec 04, 2025
The Power of Listening to Your Heart Rate
Nov 27, 2025
Why Slow and Steady Actually Wins: The Power of Zone 2
Nov 20, 2025
Why You’re Not Getting Fitter: The Truth About Plateaus
Nov 13, 2025
Why Endurance Athletes Need More Than a Training Plan with Jared Markiewicz
Nov 06, 2025
Human Coach vs. AI: What Endurance Athletes Really Need To Know
Oct 30, 2025
Insulin 101: What Every Endurance Athlete Needs to Know
Oct 23, 2025
How Periodization Builds Performance Without Burnout
Oct 16, 2025
From Comments to Coaching: Unlocking Athletica’s Emotional Data with Dr. Andrea Zignoli
Oct 09, 2025
What Actually Works? Dr. Jeff Sankoff Breaks Down Endurance Performance Science
Oct 02, 2025
Setting Smarter Goals for Endurance Success
Sep 25, 2025
Menopause, Muscle & Myths: What the Science Really Says with Dr. Tony Boutagy
Sep 18, 2025
Post-Race Blues: What Happens After the Finish Line?
Sep 11, 2025
Mastering the Basics: Mikael Eriksson’s Endurance Coaching Essentials
Sep 04, 2025
From Load to Strain: Dr. Stephen Seiler's Latest Research p.2
Aug 28, 2025
How AI Coaching Helped an Everyday Engineer Win Ironman Ottawa. (ft. Luke Evans)
Aug 21, 2025
From Load to Strain: Dr. Stephen Seiler's Latest Research
Aug 14, 2025
Can You Out-Train Your Genes After 50? Listener Questions Answered
Aug 07, 2025
From VO2 Max to Durability: Rethinking the Key Pillars of Endurance Training
Jul 27, 2025
The Truth About Aging on a Bike: Dr. Stacey Brickson Explains
Jul 18, 2025
Emotional Fitness for Athletes: Self-Worth Beyond the Finish Line
Jul 11, 2025
Consistency Over Everything: What Really Drives Performance
Jul 04, 2025
Rewriting the Training Rulebook: Lessons from Dr. Phil Maffetone
Jun 27, 2025
Optimizing Your Training Within Real Life Constraints: Answering Listener Questions
Jun 19, 2025
The Truth About Overtraining and Recovery with Dr. Phil Maffetone
Jun 12, 2025
Homeostasis: Finding Balance in Training and Life
Jun 05, 2025
Is Walking the Key to Running Faster? MAF Tests and Base Training Explained
May 29, 2025
The Everyday Athlete’s Guide to the 6 Pillars of Performance
May 23, 2025
Mastering VO2 Max Intervals: Listener Q&A Session
May 15, 2025
VO2 Max from the Muscle’s Perspective: Building Endurance from the Inside Out
May 09, 2025
The Role of the Heart in Peak Athletic Performance
May 01, 2025
Lung Training 101: Breathe Better, Perform Better
Apr 24, 2025
How to Train Smarter with VO2 Max Insights
Apr 17, 2025
Muscle, Longevity & Movement: Rethinking Strength for Endurance Athletes
Apr 10, 2025
Race Week Real Talk: Mindset, Mistakes, and Momentum
Apr 03, 2025
Train Smarter with Athletica: Busting Myths on Salt, Fueling & Fat
Mar 29, 2025
Turn Off the Fan: How Heat Training Boosts Endurance
Mar 20, 2025
Coaching in the Digital Era: Virtual Cycling with Velocity
Mar 15, 2025
Training Order Myths: Does Workout Sequence Really Matter?
Mar 06, 2025
Training for an Ironman During Ramadan: How to Adapt and Thrive
Feb 27, 2025
From Rowing to Ironman: Martino Goretti’s Journey and Elite Training Insights
Feb 20, 2025
Breaking Nutrition Myths: Low Carb vs. High Carb for Endurance
Feb 13, 2025
VO2 Max Gains: Insights from the Latest Endurance Training Study
Feb 07, 2025
Slow Down to Go Fast: With Guest Kimber Gabryszak
Jan 30, 2025
Exploring the Science of Pain and Performance with David Wadsworth
Jan 23, 2025
Athletica Insights: Overcoming the Stress Response in Training
Jan 16, 2025
HIIT Without the Hurt: How to Avoid Overtraining with Smarter Workouts
Jan 09, 2025
Breaking Misconceptions About Endurance Sports with Athletica User Ben Lin
Jan 02, 2025
A Look into Athletica's AI-Assisted HRV Monitoring with Andrea Zignoli
Dec 26, 2024
Reflections and Goals: The Best of Athletes Compass in 2024
Dec 19, 2024
Winter Training Essentials: Gear, Goals, and Mindset
Dec 12, 2024
Decoding Fitness: Making Sense of Athletica’s Data Insights
Dec 05, 2024
Building a Strong Foundation: Base Training for Endurance Athletes
Nov 28, 2024
Strength in Adaptation: Knowing Your True Fitness Profile
Nov 21, 2024
Duathlon World Championships: Allan Egbert’s Path to Success
Nov 14, 2024
From Novice to Ultra-Endurance: Amber Searer's Inspiring Journey
Nov 07, 2024
How AI is Shaping Endurance Training: Insights from Athletica
Oct 31, 2024
Why Your Endurance Training Workouts Need Athlete Profiling
Oct 24, 2024
From Lab to Athlete: Optimizing Training with Dr. Andrea Zignoli
Oct 17, 2024
Balance, Stress, and Performance: Tenille Hoogland's Advice for Women Athletes
Oct 10, 2024
Protein, Recovery, and Performance for Female Athletes Dr. Mikki Williden
Oct 03, 2024
Racing Ironman World Championships: Marjaana’s Journey
Sep 26, 2024
The Mental Game of Endurance: Staying Motivated on Long Rides
Sep 19, 2024
VO2 Max Explained: How to Boost Your Endurance and Longevity
Sep 12, 2024
Mastering the Art of Pacing: Insights from Matt Fitzgerald
Sep 05, 2024
Stay Cool Under Pressure: Techniques for Pre-Race Nerves
Aug 29, 2024
How Mindful Breathing Can Elevate Your Training
Aug 22, 2024
Listener questions: cross-training for marathoner, strength training for women and more
Aug 15, 2024
The Transformative Power of Endurance Sports with Erik Olsson
Aug 08, 2024
Balancing Life, Work, and Endurance: Cindy Maloney's Ironman Journey
Aug 01, 2024
Tapering Tips for Endurance Athletes: Science and Strategies
Jul 25, 2024
Ketones, Heat, and Altitude: Enhancing Your Training Regimen
Jul 18, 2024
Defying the Odds: Bart Buczek’s Incredible Athletic Transformation
Jul 11, 2024
Muscle Cramps: Beyond Electrolytes and Hydration
Jul 04, 2024
Heart Health in Endurance Sports: AFib Awareness
Jun 27, 2024
Finding Flow: Ultra-Distance Cycling with Phil Whitehurst
Jun 20, 2024
Finding Zen in Movement: The Unexpected Benefits of Endurance Training
Jun 13, 2024
Listener Questions: Fat Adaptation and Training Acronym Overload
Jun 06, 2024
Sweat Science: Mastering Heat Acclimatization for Athletes
May 30, 2024
Race Day Realities: Insights from Ironman and Gravel Racing
May 23, 2024
Unlocking HIIT: Part 3 – Advanced Strategies and Listener Q&A
May 16, 2024
Unlocking HIIT: Part 2 – Customizing Intensity for Every Athlete
May 10, 2024
Unlocking HIIT: Part 1 – High-Intensity Training Demystified
May 02, 2024
Fueling Strategies for Athlete Training and Recovery
Apr 25, 2024
Journey of an Athlete-Scientist: Paul Laursen’s Path to Athletica
Apr 18, 2024
Redefining Fuel: The Athlete's Guide to Low Carb, High Fat Living
Apr 11, 2024
Endurance Nutrition: Exploring Low Carb, High Fat Diets
Apr 04, 2024
The Long Run: Nurturing Health, Fitness, and Strength for Lifelong Success
Mar 30, 2024
Beyond the Numbers: RPE and the Art of Listening to Your Body
Mar 21, 2024
Testing 101: A Guide to Optimizing Endurance Performance
Mar 14, 2024
Strength in Cycles: Understanding Female Athletes
Mar 07, 2024
Unlocking the Secrets of HRV: A Guide for Athletes
Feb 29, 2024
Balancing Intensity: The Science Behind the 80-20 Training Principle
Feb 22, 2024
Athletica.ai Unpacked: Your Training Questions Answered
Feb 15, 2024
Thresholds Decoded: Maximizing Your Training Efficiency
Feb 08, 2024
Measuring Success: Navigating Your Path to Athletic Progress
Feb 01, 2024
Endurance Aftermath: Decoding the Body's Response to Intense Exercise
Jan 24, 2024
Nutrition and recovery: the role of diet in athlete training and recovery
Jan 18, 2024
Sleep's Role in Athletic Recovery: Strategies for Restful Nights
Jan 11, 2024
Recovery Strategies: Monitoring and Maximizing Rest Periods
Jan 04, 2024
The Recovery Equation: Understanding Rest and Its Impact on Performance
Dec 28, 2023
Listener questions - managing injury, using power/pace curves, how to use session feedback and more
Dec 21, 2023
In Pursuit of Balance: Navigating Training. Rest, and Life's Demands
Dec 14, 2023
Beyond No Pain, No Gain: Rethinking Fitness Philosophy
Dec 07, 2023
Connecting The Dots: Stories of Resilience and Well-Being in Sports
Nov 30, 2023