The Hurt Locker: Why Athletes Feel Pain

The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

TriDot Triathlon Training

Running, Fitness, Sports, Health & Fitness

4.9 • 629 Ratings

🗓️ 9 August 2021

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

What is pain? What is happening in our body that causes us to feel it? Can you tangibly improve your pain tolerance? Should you? On this episode, Dr. B.J. Leeper, physical therapist and TriDot coach, answers these questions, and more! Listen in as host Andrew Harley, coach Matt Bach, and Dr. Leeper discuss the painful parts of training for, and competing in, triathlon events. Know when (and how) to push past the discomfort, and when to pull back before injury strikes. Huge thanks to Precision Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Hydration head to precisionhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how much carb you need to consume during your next race 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy

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0:00.0	This is the TriDOT podcast.
0:03.9	TriDOT uses your training data and genetic profile combined with predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to optimize your training,
0:12.8	giving you better results in less time with fewer injuries.
0:16.8	Our podcast is here to educate, inspire, and entertain.
0:21.7	We'll talk all things triathlon with expert coaches and special guests.
0:26.9	Join the conversation and let's improve together.
0:34.4	Welcome to the Tridop Podcast, fascinating topic today as we get into the science of pain.
0:42.3	So go fire up the hit single Sucker for Pain from the Suicide Squad movie soundtrack.
0:47.7	Hit repeat on that track and then settle in for today's conversation.
0:52.1	Yeah, I promise you, having that song on repeat in the background
0:54.9	will round out the experience. Our guide to the science of the body in motion is Dr. B.J.
1:01.1	Leaper. B.J. graduated from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine with a doctorate
1:06.3	in physical therapy and rehabilitation science. He is a board certified orthopedic specialist, a certified strength and conditioning specialist,
1:14.6	and a USA triathlon level one coach.
1:17.5	He specializes in comprehensive movement testing and is an avid triathlet himself with over 50
1:22.6	tries under his belt.
1:24.5	BJ, thanks for bringing the pain knowledge today.
1:28.3	Yeah, it's good to be with you guys.
1:31.3	This will be a fun topic.
1:32.3	I'm also joined by Trot's very own Matt Bach.
1:35.3	Matt is an accomplished athlete with an Ironman Maryland victory and a 72nd overall finish and Kona on his resume.
1:42.3	He worked on Wall Street as a trader and portfolio
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