E09: Beyond the Glory - Tim Noakes

10/07/2025 1h 31min Episodio 7
E09:  Beyond the Glory - Tim Noakes

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Episode Synopsis

In this engaging conversation, Professor Tim Noakes shares his journey from medical student to a leading voice in sports science and nutrition.  He discusses the controversies surrounding his views on carbohydrate consumption, the evolution of running shoes, and the importance of training over diet for athletic performance.  Noakes also highlights the nutritional crisis in South Africa, the role of the NOAKS Foundation in advocating for better nutrition, and his reflection on cricket and leadership.  Throughout the discussion, he emphasises the necessity of breaking food addictions and challenges the prevailing myths in sports nutrition.