About this episode

This episode discusses the impact of data and technology on running performance with insights from Dr. Phil Maffetone.

This episode challenges the idea that more data, technology, and fueling automatically make us better runners. Dr. Phil Maffetone explains why aerobic development, metabolic health, and smarter use of data may be the keys to running faster, staying healthier, and becoming a more complete athlete.

People in this episode

Host: Trail Runner Nation

Guest: Dr. Phil Maffetone

Topics covered

• data in running
• aerobic development
• metabolic health
• running technology
• athlete performance

Keywords

• running
• data
• technology
• aerobic development
• metabolic health
• performance
• athlete

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