Reactive Training Systems: Using Velocity to Calibrate RPE

In this episode, RTS Founder and Head Coach, Mike Tuchscherer, meets with Jacob Tober of 'Metric' which is a velocity-based training app that helps you measure velocity with your smartphone--no strings attached. Mike and Jacob talk about how to incorporate using velocity measurement to help calibrate your RPE. To learn more about 'Metric' please visit https://www.metric.coach/

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