Dr Mike Israetel - Training Balance, Recovery & Being an Athlete

The Rugby Muscle Podcast

In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, we revisit an insightful interview with fitness expert Dr. Mike Israetel. Dr. Mike, known for his Renaissance Periodization YouTube channel and various fitness apps and books.
You're going to love it.
The discussion covers practical advice for managing training volume in multi-sport athletes like rugby players, emphasizes the importance of consistency over perfection, and offers tips for fostering a love for training.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

05:06 Balancing S&C and Rugby Training

08:46 Importance of Keeping Training Records

11:16 Adjusting Training During High-Intensity Periods

14:43 Nutrition Strategies for Athletes

18:28 Maintaining Muscle During Rugby Season

19:56 Real-World Application of Sports Science

24:38 Psychological Aspects of Training and Winning

29:57 Athletes as Machines: Fine-Tuning Performance

32:30 The Disconnect Between Coaches and Sports Scientists

35:06 Consistency Over Perfection in Training

42:09 The Importance of Enjoying Training

51:34 Final Thoughts

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