Bo Falck Hansen, PhD, is a researcher and cycling coach with a special interest in training and performance for the aging athlete. He describes the top-5 challenges that masters athletes in triathlon and other endurance sports face, and how to tackle them.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Reducing the rate of decline in aerobic capacity (VO2max) with the right kind of endurance training -Reducing the rate of loss of lean muscle mass with the right kind of strength training -Reducing the impact of the insulin response while still making sure you perform in training and racing with periodised carbohydrate intake -Maintaining flexibility, coordination, and balance -Having the right attitude to aging   SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts176/   THAT TRIATHLON SHOW HOMEPAGE: www.thattriathlonshow.com   SPONSORS: Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free!   ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Get 20% off your entire order with the discount code TTS.   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Masters Athletes: How to minimize the performance decline for aging triathletes | EP#20 The Triathlete's Strength Training Formula | EP#81 Mastering Triathlon as a Masters Athlete with Karen Smyers | EP#102 Case Studies in Physiology: Maximal oxygen consumption and performance in a centenarian cyclist Polarized training has greater impact on key endurance variables than threshold, high intensity, or high volume training Optimizing strength training for running and cycling endurance performance: A review Low carbohydrate, high fat diet impairs exercise economy and negates the performance benefit from intensified training in elite race walkers Enhanced Endurance Performance by Periodization of CHO Intake: "Sleep Low" Strategy Periodization of Carbohydrate Intake: Short-Term Effect on Performance   RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/   CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.