Podcast: Jeroen Swart Discusses the Complexities of Athletic Performance

2 february 2025, cape town SOUTH AFRICA | podcast with jeroen swart and stefan garlicki as published on bike network

Includes key tips for balancing work, life and training to optimize both health and performance

Jeroen Swart is a professor of sport and exercise medicine and an ex-professional cyclist who leads the performance team for the UAE World Tour squad. In this podcast from Icons Uncovered, Jeroen discusses the complexities of athletic performance, the impact of genetic factors, and offers insights into training regimens from his extensive career. He shares valuable knowledge on improving VO2 max, the significance of strength training, the role of diet, and how crucial sleep is for both athletes and the general population. Listeners will also learn about Dr. Swart’s personal journey into sports and medicine, his approach to coaching, and the lessons he imparts to help individuals of all levels achieve their best performance. Don’t miss his key tips for balancing work, life, and training to optimize health and performance.


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