How the brain regulates performance, with Prof Tim Noakes MD

My guest today is well known in the world of sports science and
considered an expert in this subject. Originally born in Harare,
Zimbabwe, he grew up in South Africa, studying Medicine and
Exercise Science.


He is the author of several books on exercise and nutrition,
including the Lore of Running and Challenging Beliefs and has
over 750 scientific articles, being cited over 19,000 times.


In 2008, he was elected an Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of
Sports and Exercise Medicine (UK), and in 2015, he was made an
Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine,
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland in recognition of his
involvement in the field of Sports and Exercise Medicine. My
guest has run over 70 marathons and has enjoyed rowing, whilst at
university in South Africa.


My guest today is Prof Tim Noakes.





Books recommended by Prof Noakes


The Big Fat Surprise, by Nina Teicholz

Boat race: The Oxford revival, by Daniel Topolski

The White Spider, written by Heinrich Harrer






YouTube Links


Josh Dunkley Smith 2k Ergo 

TedX talk 






The Noakes Foundation


Link to website