The Fast Talk Labs Knowledge Base

Complex training prescriptions are becoming increasingly popular. Does it really need to be that complex? What do you gain from this complexity?

We discuss how to use energy most effectively, to make sure every time you pour a little of that precious energy out, it has an impact.

What exactly are the demands of the Tour—physiologically, psychologically, spiritually? We break it down with the help of a WorldTour physiologist.

What are the most common mistakes we see in athletes—even pros? We hear from a variety of athletes, coaches, and experts who help us avoid catastrophe.

While there are many tools to measure training stress, few measure recovery. Today we dive into how to determine where you’re at in the recovery process.

We discussed the overall polarized approach in episodes 54 and 51. Today, we’re going to talk about the other side: high intensity work.

We speak with Dr. Stacy Sims, one of the leading researchers on women’s physiology and training and performance.

In episode 67 we talked with Sebastian Weber about the concepts of VO2max and VLamax. Now, we discuss how to balance the two systems.

Training zones can have tremendous value when they guide workouts and help us talk about how we train. But training zones can be problematic.

The great thing about gran fondos is there is no “right” way to do them. We teach you how to train, race, and prepare for these popular events.

At the heart of the Xert software is the notion of failure: the idea that we reveal our profile as a rider in the moments when we hit our limits.

Take a deep dive into functional training with Menachem Brodie—what is it, why do cyclists need it, and how to execute it.

We’re breaking down the three rides you should do – long rides, high-intensity rides, and recovery rides.

This episode we take a close look at Sebastian Weber’s concept of VLamax to improve your training.

Cycling coach Joe Friel explores endurance periodization and its four core concepts: overload, specificity, reversibility, and individualization.

Nutritional supplements promise to make everything better, but they have a dark side. Here is a list of supplements, their health concerns, and foods that actually help performance.

Canadian cycling team members Mike Woods and Rob Britton talk about all of the elements that are needed for a podium placing at worlds.

Training gadgets can be great gifts for cyclists, so this episode we talk about what training tools are worth it.