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Beyond the Numbers: RPE and the Art of Listening to Your Body
In this episode of The Athlete's Compass, hosts Paul Warloski and Marjaana Rakai, along with special guest Dr. Paul Laursen, delve into the concept of Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and its critical role in training for endurance athletes. They discuss the evolution of RPE from a simple subjective measure to a sophisticated tool used in conjunction with data from heart rate monitors, power meters, and Athletica's innovative workout reserve feature. The conversation highlights the importance of developing a keen sense of 'feel' for one's own exertion levels and how this can lead to more…
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