In this week’s potluck episode, we discuss what to do when your racing data isn’t what you’d expect based on the numbers you see in training; we define muscle memory and discuss how it pertains to endurance sports; and we detail the many ways that bikes have become more aerodynamic.
Functional training expert Dr. Stacey Brickson joins us to explain why no other sport movement is like the pedal stroke and, more importantly, why that requires doing additional strength work.
NICA serves all juniors, from future Olympians to kids borrowing their neighbor’s bike. We talk with two leaders at NICA about how they balance serving riders of all levels.
We distilled decades of experience into the most impactful nutrition concepts for athletes.
The repetitive motion of most endurance sports exposes the body to overuse injuries and imbalances, particularly within the often ignored pelvic floor.
We discuss how to find solutions when you’re dealing with injuries without an obvious cause, then we review new research that demonstrates that changes in progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone do not negatively impact performance in males or females.
A healthy gut and appropriate inflammation are critical to our training, but finding the right balance is challenging. Cardiologist Dr. Fred Chaleff discusses the ways we can all find equilibrium.
Zwift revolutionized indoor training, but they didn’t stop there. We talk with Nick Kalkounis and Ryan Cooper about both the history and future of Zwift’s innovations.
Based on their recent research article, the Seilers discuss the proliferation of training zone systems and compare them to the highly touted Norwegian five-zone model.
Some of the top sports physiologists in the world, led by Dr Louis Burke just wrote the UCI’s position on supplements. Lead author Jamie Whitfield joins us to discuss their recommendations.
Purists say never do efforts on long base rides, but recent research is challenging whether a few efforts really do any harm. More importantly, can doing some neuromuscular work help?
In this week’s potluck episode, we discuss when and how to best use average power from our rides, whether there’s a ceiling to our VO2max capacity, and how we can replicate success from season to season.
Mattering is the experience of adding value and feeling valued, both to the self and interpersonally. It’s the feeling of being seen, heard, valued, and needed. It’s a psychological need and a human instinct, but is rarely discussed in performance contexts.
Technology has penetrated deep into the wilds of the world, be it with GPS, satellite communications, drones, or other forms of gadgetry. Adventure photographer and endurance athlete Chris Burkard breaks down how tech is impacting our wild sides.
Understanding the distinction between training fitness and practicing sport can lead to great overall performance gains.
The truth about base training for time-crunched cyclists—what to cut, what to keep, and what actually moves the needle.
In this course for coaches, exercise physiologist Dr. Paul Laursen reveals the four physiological pathways that drive the fitness-boosting adaptations from training.
Upgrade your client conversational skills! This course shows how to communicate confidently with athletes, set clear expectations, and handle tough conversations with professionalism.