This Huberman Lab podcast episode interviews Stuart McMillan, a renowned coach specializing in enhancing athletic performance through movement. The discussion centers on the benefits of skipping and striding for improving speed, power, coordination, and injury prevention, regardless of age or athletic background. McMillan emphasizes the importance of "flat foot contact" as a key principle for efficient running, regardless of speed, and advocates for incorporating skipping into jogging routines as a plyometric exercise. The interview also touches upon identifying athletic potential in young athletes, the role of genetics and environment in athletic success, and the prevalence of performance-enhancing drugs in various sports. Listeners gain practical advice on improving running form and incorporating simple, effective exercises into their fitness routines.
