The Evidence Based Triathlete
This podcast is all about getting to the start line injury free and maximizing race day performance. Tedd Girouard, MS, ATC and John Mercer, PhD are avid triathletes who compete regionally, nationally, and internationally. Tedd has a strong clinical background as an Athletic Trainer and is the Program Director of the Athletic Training program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). John is a professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences at UNLV and has a strong background in conducting human performance research and teaches courses on Biomechanics and Physiology of Endurance Performance.
The Evidence Based Triathlete
Advanced Footwear Technology (AFT)
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Tedd Girouard & John Mercer
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Season 4
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Episode 30
John and Tedd discussed their personal experiences and challenges, including their struggles with their bodies and minds, and their commitment to getting back into podcasting. They also discussed the recent evolutions in elite running performance, the challenges of testing and purchasing shoes for research purposes, and the concept of "Super Shoes" and how they might affect different body types. Lastly, they explored the factors contributing to the faster running times of women in endurance sports and the benefits of using super shoes for running.