EP 250: Understanding Running Fatigue and How to Manage It - Prof. Philipp Baumert

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This episode features an in-depth discussion on running fatigue with expert Prof. Philipp Baumert.

In this special milestone episode of Run with Fitpage, we celebrate our 250th episode with an in-depth conversation on one of the most misunderstood aspects of running — fatigue. Joining us is Prof Philipp Baumert, an expert in exercise physiology and injury prevention. He breaks down the science behind why runners feel tired, why performance drops, and what actually happens inside the body during long runs particularly marathons. From central fatigue (brain-driven) to peripheral fati...

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Host: Vikas Singh

Guest: Prof. Philipp Baumert

Topics covered

• running fatigue
• exercise physiology
• injury prevention
• marathon performance
• central fatigue
• peripheral fatigue

Keywords

• running fatigue
• exercise physiology
• marathon
• performance drop
• central fatigue
• peripheral fatigue

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Organizations: Run with Fitpage

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