323. The Theory of Zone Compression, Surgery (Oh No), What Comes Next, and The New Big Supplement!

<p>We brought some big foot energy to this great episode! The main training topic was a discussion of “zone compression,” where harder efforts get sustainable for longer durations in weird and wild ways. Our theory: zone compression techniques are driving lots of training theory. We break it all down!</p><p>Before that, the episode starts with David’s news that he’s going to get surgery on his foot. We discuss the process to get here and what comes next. Answer: jokes come next. Life!</p><p>And this one had so many fun topics! Other topics: creatine update, a study on stretching and blood pressure, why the Tour de France Femmes absolutely ruled, a strange study on blueberries and performance, a paper on negative social ties, the Sierre Zinal mascot, a hamster that is taking over Strava, side short pees, a question on PEDs, what to wear in the home sauna, regrets, and so much more.</p><p>So much love for you all! Thank you for everything over the years. We got this. </p><p>Maybe. Actually, yes. Most likely!</p><p>Squirting it right out the back,</p><p>-David and Megan</p><p>Click &quot;Get 40% Off&quot; button for 40% off at The Feed here: <a href="http://thefeed.com/swap" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">thefeed.com/swap</a></p><p>Buy Janji&#39;s amazing gear: <a href="https://janji.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://janji.com</a> (code &quot;SWAP&quot;)</p><p>Get a deal on the best treadmill on the market from Wahoo: <a href="https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy</a> (code “SWAP”)</p><p>For training plans, weekly bonus podcasts, heart rate zones, articles, and videos: <a href="http://patreon.com/swap" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">patreon.com/swap</a><br></p>