Today Pete and I have Steph Lowe 'The Natural Nutritionist" back on the Fat Black and we talk all about the Facts versus Fiction when it comes to LCHF. 

IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• The LCHF acronym and how it's getting incorrectly followed.
• What LCHF essentially is... We like simple and it is simple.
• What it includes and excludes.
• What LCHF is not! 
• Some controversy and maybe a rant or two ;)

LINKS

Web: http://www.thenaturalnutritionist.com.au/

Lower Carb, Higher Fat - 7 Day Meal Plan

Also check out Stephs "Real Meals for Athletes" 

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Today Pete and I talk with Ted Adams III whom is the writer and producer behind the new triathlon movie "TRI" The movie is an inspiring, emotionally-charged drama about a medical technician with a history of not finishing things who is inspired by a cancer patient to do for her first Triathlon. TRI is the first scripted feature narrative about triathlons that has been developed for theatrical release and is aiming to raise awareness and hope for those who are seeking compassion or understanding while dealing with cancer as a caregiver, a patient and a survivor.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

- How Ted got into triathlon
- Team In Training
- How cancer inspired a film
- Learning from not finishing something
- Transitions in tri and in life
- The strength of the triathlon community
- How you can watch the film
- Women for tri

Links

http://www.triforcure.com/

TRAILER

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpTVN_hMTM8

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Today Pete and I talk once again with Peter Defty and this time we go into exogenous ketone supplementation because it's becoming the rage right now. We dive into why you'd consider spending the bucks to use whats on the market and why and when you shouldn't even consider using them. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Exogenous ketone supplements. 
• When you should not use them and why.
• Why they could be a very powerful tool in the toolbox for the fat adapted athlete.
• If you're going to use them, when you should. 
• And more.

Links

https://www.facebook.com/TriSpecific
http://www.instagram.com/trispecific
http://www.twitter.com/trispecific

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

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Today Pete and I are speaking with Martin Schoenfelder from Cosinuss, who leading the way in wearable technology with a very cool, very handy device that measures Heart rate, Heart Rate Variability as well as Core Temperature.

Martin has joined us today to talk about the device, how it works and a little bit about why endurance athletes would want to pay attention to their core temperatures.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Meet Martin Schoenfelder, Sports Scientist and Biologist working with Cosinuss.
• The work of 7 years of development.
• How the Cosinuss works; using optical measurements to read HRV, HR and core temperature.
• Understanding core temperature and brain function.
• How core temperature affects performance.
• The optimal core temperature for you.
• Keeping cool.
• The value of real-time feedback.
• Connecting the device with open-source data transfer.
• How your coach could monitor your vitals using Cosinuss.
• New additions of the Cosinuss tech -  some exciting applications!

Links

https://www.cosinuss.com/en

https://twitter.com/cosinuss_

https://www.instagram.com/cosinuss_earconnect/

https://www.facebook.com/cosinuss.wearables

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

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Today Pete and I break down what it really takes to achieve your goal. It doesn't matter if you want to break an hour mark, podium, or qualify for Kona or a World Championships event - there is a formula to getting it right. We break down some of the non-negotiables to this strategy and then how to implement on the day.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Learning lessons from the professionals of the sport.
• How to gain true confidence.
• Why the desire has to BURN.
• What happens when you don't want it as much as you think you do (hint: it's not great).
• Why you should be a nice person.
• The absolute non-negotiables of your race preparation.
• Creating a sleep routine: learning to say NO.
• The real challenge that Fat Adapted Athletes face.
• Why movement matters.
• 5 keys to race execution.
• Why people mess up their positive affirmations.
• Understanding true belief.

Links

https://www.facebook.com/TriSpecific
http://www.instagram.com/trispecific
http://www.twitter.com/trispecific

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

Show Sponsor:

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Today Pete and I have one of the nicest guys in triathlon, Tim O'Donnell on the Fat Black. Tim definitely shows that how you do something is how you do everything. He works hard and demands the best of himself no matter what he does and is why his had the success he has to date. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• How the Navy introduced T.O. to triathlon.
• Learning to make sacrifices for the greater goal.
• How military training can help athletic performance.
• Lessons from Kona.
• Working with Mark Allen to become a better athlete.
• Managing the ego.
• Fixing the chinks in the armour.
• How to create a normal life as an athlete.
• Dealing with the tough days.
• Why T.O. is so strong.
• Giving back: Team red White and Blue.

Show Links

http://timothyodonnell.com/

Twitter

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

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Today Pete and I have Ariel Garten, one of the founders of Muse 'your personal meditation assistant' with brain-sensing technology to measure whether your mind is calm or active, and translates those signals into guiding sounds helping you develop zen like focus. We all know we need to reduce the noise and regain focus to be as efficient and effective as possible and Pete and I are looking forward to getting our mitts on a set of these. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Meet Ariel Garten the founder of Muse.
• How a brain-sensing headband can teach you to be calm.
• Mind-wandering VS Focused Attention.
• The feedback that muse provides, and why it is so valuable.
• Understanding mediation better.
• How smartphones can help change our brains (for the better).
• Tracking real-time progressions and improvements.
• Shutting down the internal dialogue.
• The neuroscience of meditation.
• Where you can get Muse.

Show Links

www.choosemuse.com

Click here to get 15% off your Muse device

Connect with Muse on Twitter

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

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Today Pete and I have Michael Brown from Specialized Australia on the Fat Black Podcast talking all about Specialized's Body Geometry system and how since acquiring Retul they have successfully combined the two systems to quantify a better fitting solution for you.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Michael’s background with Specialized.
• Recapping the Body Geometry methodology.
• How bike fitting is evolving.
• The advantages of BG Fit and RETUL coming together.
• The value in computer analysis and biomechanical assessments.
• The true role of a (great) bike fitter.
• Understanding marketing VS true R&D process when choosing saddles.
• Equipment bias.
• The most important aspect of female specific fitting.
• How bike shoes can affect performance (and comfort).

Show Links

https://www.specialized.com/

Facebook (AUS) Facebook (US)

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Twitter (AUS) Twitter (US)

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Today Pete and I have Craig Percival back on the Fat Black Podcast talking all about his epic 8 Ironmans in 8 days across 8 states and territories in Australia. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• The reality of completing 8in8in8.
• How the weather affected Craig’s performances.
• Important advice from James Lawrence (Iron Cowboy).
• The true dangers of sleep deprivation.
• Adapting on the fly.
• Letting go of expectations.
• Who really motivated Craig during the event.
• Being a positive role model.
• Craig’s 3 main goals for 8in8in8.
• What’s next for Craig.
• Lessons learned.
• The values of your crew.

Show Links

Direct Link to Donation Page http://www.trispecific.com/888

http://www.nolimitsendurance.com.au/

Facebook

Instagram

Twitter

www.thefatblackpodcast.com <– Get the Bottlenecks project.

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Today Pete and I interview Christopher Kelly founder of Nourish Balance Thrive. A couple of years ago Christopher quit his job at a hedge fund to start Nourish Balance Thrive a small functional medicine practice for athletes.

In today’s interview we are going to dive into the some baseline testing athletes should get and why. We are also going to talk nutrition, energy and fatigue and how all these topics glue together.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• How to get a greater advantage.
• The two most influential levers you need.
• Why testing is a smart investment.
• Why a normal GP can't do what a functional medicine practitioner can.
• The types of tests and what you can gain from them.
• And more.

Show Links

Set up a free consultation here: http://www.nourishbalancethrive.com/fatblack/

http://www.nourishbalancethrive.com/

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Instagram

Twitter

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