Potluck Discussion: The Road and Mountain Biking World-Championships Edition
We discuss van der Poel’s crashes, if one-hour normalized power is always a good estimate of FTP, and criticisms of the Worlds course in Scotland.
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Fast Talk Special Edition: Talking Fast, Burning Mouths
Dr. Stephen Seiler joins Trevor, Rob, and Grant as they ask each other spicy questions while eating hot wings.
Workout of the Week: Fartlek Swim
This workout uses bursts of speed and changes in intensity to hone your racing skills and up your swim endurance.
Behind the Grand Tour, with Dr. Stephen Seiler and Tim Declercq
Dr. Stephen Seiler interviews cyclist Tim Declercq on his life and what it’s like to be a domestique in Grand Tours.
13 // Coaching Elite Athletes
As pro athletes redefine the limits of performance, coaches are continually refining their strategy and leading a collaborative effort.
Why Hill Strides and Speed Development Are Essential for Ultras
In addition to traditional aerobic training, SWAP uses short hill strides to help athletes develop speed. Get the science behind this innovative approach to raising the ceiling on VO2max.
Here’s Why You Can’t Have Performance Without Comfort
We talk with Dr. Andy Pruitt and Larry Meyer about how to make yourself as comfortable as possible on the bike and why that helps, not hurts, performance.
Nutrition Case Study with Skye Moench and Scott Tindal
Ensuring athletes are properly fueled will do better for their performance than trying to hit a number on a scale.
Workout of the Week: The Ultimate Long Interval Set
Hone your long interval skills with blocks of challenging, short interval sets.
You Are Born for Coaching
The backstory of SWAP Running attests to the value of curiosity, naivety, and a good dose of grit. David and Megan Roche channeled their love for the sport into a coaching business with a reputation for winning.
Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: Tom Schuler’s Impact on Women’s Cycling Advancement
Tom shares insights from his experience in developing and managing women’s professional endurance sports teams, talks about the ROI for sponsors, and provides advice for aspiring female cyclists.
How to Analyze Running Form
Performing a gait analysis may be necessary to troubleshoot recurring injuries or improve run speed.
Are You Ready to Step Up to Coaching Pros?
Supporting performance at the highest level will cost you time and money. Coach Joe Friel shares a balanced approach to the high-stakes game of working with pro athletes.
Nerd Lab: How Dr. George Brooks Revolutionized our Understanding of Lactate
We dive into the extensive work of Dr. George Brooks, one of the preeminent exercise physiologists of our time. His work revolutionized our understanding of lactate and health.
Workout of the Week: Spontaneous Efforts
Break out of the monotony of late season with spontaneous efforts on the bike.
Welcoming Fast Talk’s New Chief Content Officer — Griffin McMath
A naturopathic doctor and former executive editor, Griffin McMath brings her experience to the podcast and shares what she brings to Fast Talk Labs.
How to Bulletproof Yourself Against Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic heel pain can plague many athletes. With the help of a few therapeutic movements and treatments, you can try to relieve your plantar fasciitis symptoms.
Workout of the Week: Cyclocross Games
Whether by yourself or in a group, you can use these cyclocross games to train for the unique demands of the sport ahead of the season.