The Rise of the Adventure Athlete, with Expedition Detroit’s Dan Cooke
We discuss what adventure athletes need as well as how to support emerging outdoor sports hubs with Expedition Detroit founder, Dan Cooke.
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Beyond the Basics: Everything You Need to Know About Muscle Fibers
Gear up for a new Fast Talk Podcast series. First up: what are muscle fibers, what do we mean by slow-twitch and fast-twitch, and what are type IIa fibers? Our hosts cover everything you need to know about these all-important fibers.
Building a Multi-Year Triathlon Training Plan
We explore what it takes to develop from a recreational triathlete into an IRONMAN World Championship qualifier.
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.
An Ultra-Athlete’s Guide to RPE
An athlete’s rate of perceived exertion, or RPE, is one of the most underappreciated metrics. For ultra-athletes who are closely in touch with their bodies and minds, working with RPE is an essential component to training and racing.
How to Get Better Year After Year As an Ultra-Endurance Athlete
If you’re looking to tackle some ultra-endurance events it’s important to take a longer-term approach to your training that extends beyond a single season. We explain how and why.
Hone Your Marathon Speed Endurance with Speed-First Training
Run your target marathon pace by developing basic speed before anything else.
The Upside of Growing Old
The OG of endurance sports coaching shares how bike racing and life have changed since he turned 70—and what you have to look forward to.
Why Is It So Hard to Go Easy?
You know your workout is supposed to be easy, but you just can’t help dropping the hammer sometimes. A leading neuroscientist lifts the lid on what’s going on in your brain when this happens—and what you can do about it.