Snippet #020: Decoupling Duration from Intensity at Functional Threshold Power
Core Insight
While Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is theoretically defined as the highest power sustainable for one hour, physiological data
Entry #022: Nutritional Architecture for Body Composition Optimization
The goal of improving your power-to-weight ratio creates a natural conflict in your training. You are trying to
Snippet #019: Durability Requires a Distinct Physiological Stimulus from Threshold Power
Recent physiological analysis suggests that Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and durability are independent performance dimensions requiring different training stimuli to
Entry #021: Satiety Mechanics and Fiber Architecture in Endurance Nutrition
The endurance athlete exists in a state of metabolic tension: the requirement for high energy flux to support training load
Snippet #018: Fiber Increases Gastric Volume to Optimize Body Composition
The Mechanism
Severe energy deficits increase fatigue and physiological stress, often negating the theoretical benefits of improved power-to-weight
Entry #020: Methodological Variance in Lactate Threshold Determination
Insane. What a journey so far already. 20 Entries and so much community engagement! It has been an absolute pleasure
Snippet #017: Polygenic Scoring Identifies General Endurance Predisposition
The Mechanism
Genetic Endurance Prediction Scores (GES) aggregate the weighted influence of multiple single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) to estimate athletic
Entry #019: The influence of humidity on sports performance
Scope and Context
This overview is for endurance coaches and athletes preparing for performance in hot, humid environments. It specifically
Introducing Gradescale: An Endurance Analytics Platform That Shows Its Work
A contribution to the science-curious end of the endurance community
Over the past few months, this corner of the
Snippet #016: Explosive Training Accelerates Neural Drive for Faster Force Production
The Mechanism
Explosive-strength training involves moving moderate loads (40–79% of 1RM) with maximal intended acceleration. This specific stimulus
