
Nerd Lab: Variable-Paced Intervals and Vibration Plates
In this special Nerd Lab episode, we focus on three recent studies published by Dr. Bent Ronnestad that are all focused on improving time at VO2max.
In this special Nerd Lab episode, we focus on three recent studies published by Dr. Bent Ronnestad that are all focused on improving time at VO2max.
Time at VO2max is driving the recent research on what makes the most effective intervals, but is it a good metric to use? We find out on this week’s Fast Talk podcast.
We get asked a lot of great—and nerdy—questions via our Fast Talk Labs Forum. Every month we’ll now be taking the best questions and publishing our answers. This month, our in-house physiologist Rob Pickels tackles the topics of altitude training and the impact of body composition on hypothermia.
We all need goals to help us stay on track, but what’s the secret to effective goal setting? Two top coaches share their secrets.
Understanding your sources of motivation can be key to achieving your athletic potential, yet it’s a topic that can also be surprisingly complex. We talk with mental performance expert Sonya Looney on how to find your motivation.
Get your year off to a good start with this fun but challenging over-under cycling workout.
Our hosts pick their favorite podcasting moments from 2022 with a variety of fun and informative guests.
What does it take to win one of the world’s longest and most grueling endurance events—and how do you do that aged 52? Listen in to find out!
In this week’s show, we talk about training over the holidays, why discomfort is important to our development, and our goals for 2023.
If you are training with Zwift, don’t miss this guide from exercise physiologist Rob Pickels, who explores best practices for this virtual cycling and running platform.
We all understand the purpose of high-intensity intervals and long endurance rides, but is there a value to kitting up and doing a workout that’s both short and easy?
Looking to keep some high-intensity work in your training? Check out this indoor trainer interval workout.
Espen Aareskjold, coach of Uno-X Pro Cycling, talks with Dr. Seiler about how he develops some of the best cyclists in the world.
We explore what happens to our bodies when we stop training for a period of time and address how to successfully navigate the effects of detraining.
Training at this time of year can be tricky. We’re here to help you with our top 10 tips for success during the off-season.
The former pro triathlete and managing editor of Triathlete joins the podcast and talks with us about what brought her to Fast Talk Labs.
We live in an era of data overload, so knowing how to interpret that data is key. Alan Couzens talks with us about how neural networks might be the answer.
Coach Lauren Vallee talks with us about how cyclists and runners can incorporate the other sport into their training, not only to improve health, but to increase their performance.