Paulo Puccinelli is a sports medicine physician with a PhD in exercise physiology. In this episode we discuss his recent study, on the most important predictors for performance in amateur triathletes.     IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -An overview of the study Paulo and his team conducted on predictors of performance in amateur (Olympic distance) triathletes -The importance of VO2max and Maximum Aerobic Velocity (MAV) -The importance of triathlon experience -The relative insignificance of (running) economy -A discussion on body composition -A discussion on chronotype -Paulo's coaching advice and takehome messages    SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts281/   SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/   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 THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your order OR use the code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free.   ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gmez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Dr. Puccinelli's profiles on Research Gate, Twitter, and Instagram Predictors of performance in Amateur Olympic distance triathlon - Puccinelli et al. 2020 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 Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.