Fitter Radio: Triathlon, Endurance, Nutrition

Dr. Sam Shepherd is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise and Sports Nutrition at Liverpool John Moores University. Mikki and Bev discuss his work on the effects of the blackcurrant supplement CurraNZ on athletic performance. We share excerpts from Mikki’s interview with Dr Shepherd where he talks about the benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and how it helps to improve both fat oxidation and adaptations in muscle-related substrate metabolism. Lastly in our Coaches Catch-Up Bev and Tim review the weeks racing and share some VO2 workout ideas. (0:07:37) – Competition for a pair of ULTRO Earbuds (0:08:00) - INFINIT Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ (0:08.15) – CurraNZ – The benefits of this blackcurrant supplement and its role in improving athletic performance. Plus use the code MIKKI for a 25% discount off your first order. (0:10:52) – Dr Sam Shepherd on HIIT and the benefits of CurraNZ on performance and recovery (0:28:17) – Simon Cochrane