Join Tom as he sits down with Dr. Justin Vandermolen, a cardiologist at Novant Health, to explore the intricate workings of the heart during endurance exercise. They delve into the conversation of whether extreme long term endurance sports are beneficial or harmful to heart health.
In light of recent news involving cardiac arrests in endurance races and high-profile endurance athletes requiring heart surgery later in life, this episode seeks to discuss what might be going on and what precautions athletes should take. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical advice from an expert in the field.