General vs. specific fitness with Frederic Sabater Pastor

About this episode

The episode discusses the differences between general and specific fitness with coach Frederic Sabater Pastor.

We are joined by coach Frederic to chat about whatever the heck we want. This includes: General vs. Specific fitness and how too many people chase specific fitness at the expense of long term goals Energy balance and the role it plays for pros and amateur athletes Do you need skills or fitness in 200 mile races? We all had an amazing time recording this, go check it out! If you have thoughts or comments please reach out at steadystatepod@gmail.com

People in this episode

Host: Adam Ferdinandson

Guest: Frederic Sabater Pastor

Topics covered

• general fitness
• specific fitness
• energy balance
• long term goals
• 200 mile races

Keywords

• fitness
• energy balance
• long term goals
• 200 mile races
• amateur athletes

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