The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

Topics Covered In This Episode:What can I do to boost immune system?Why do I get sick after big races?Innate immunity vs adaptive immunityBasic biology of the human immune systemDebunking the "Open window theory"How to decrease illness risk associated with trainingManaging sleep to protect your immune functionManaging your "touch points" and interactions with other peopleHost Bio:Corrine Malcolm has been a CTS Coach for more than 5 years and holds a B.S. in Health and Human Performance. She's a professional ultrarunner, a top ten Western States finisher, and a former U.S. Biathlon National Team member.Article LinksCTS Position Statement on Coaching and Training During the COVID19 PandemicAthlete Survival Guide to Cold and Flu Season – Updated 2019Coming Back from a Stomach Bug: Gastroenteritis Treatment for AthletesListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODEDetermining key workouts vs. everything elseWhat to do when you miss a key workoutExample: Missed a key Tuesday interval workoutExample: Missed a key Thursday workout before big weekendExample: Missed long ride on a weekend dayAdjusting training start times based on recovery-duration-between-key-workoutsWhen to do or miss a recovery rideAdjusting ride intensities after shifting workout daysHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.LINKSArticle: Missed Workouts - A guide to adjusting cycling trainingArticle: What Runners Should Do If You Missed TrainingListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Topics Covered In This Episode:Factors affecting general travel fatigueMinimizing sleep disruption during international air travelBest transatlantic flight choices for athletesDealing with jet lagTime required to acclimate to eastward or westward travelHow to get circadian rhythm back on track once you've arrivedHost Bio:Corrine Malcolm has been a CTS Coach for more than 5 years and holds a B.S. in Health and Human Performance. She's a professional ultrarunner, a top ten Western States finisher, and a former U.S. Biathlon National Team member.Book Recommendation: Why We Sleep, by Dr. Matthew Walker, PhDListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODEWhat to do differently once you've been training for a while.The value of cycling skills work - even at the Women's WorldTour levelHow recovery and doing less off the bike makes you faster on the bikePerspectives athletes can change that lead to improved performance.Race day tactics when you have teammates - and when you don't! GUESTHost and CTS Coach Adam Pulford is joined by Emma Langley, a professional cyclist for EF Education-TIBCO-SVB and 2022 US Pro Road Race National Champion. In addition to being an incredibly strong cyclist,  Emma graduated from The College of William and Mary with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2017, obtained a strength and conditioning certification through NASM that same year, and competed internationally in triathlon before focusing solely on professional cycling.LINKSWebsite: https://efeducationtibcosvb.com/our-team/emma-langley/Emma Langley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elangs1/Pneumatic recovery boots: https://hyperice.com/products/normatec-3-legs/ Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Topics Covered In This Episode:Thoughts that keep people from feeling confidentSelf-efficacy vs. self confidenceThe power and benefit of staying in the momentThe value of writing down instances of achievement and great effortThe confidence pitfall of taking on too muchWhy self-compassion is essential for ultraendurance athletesGuest Bio:Neal Palles is a CTS ultrarunning coach who holds dual master's degrees in Social Work and Applied Sports Psychology, and is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Sports Performance Specialist.Episode Links:Website: https://coloradopsychotherapyandsport.com/homeBlog: https://coloradopsychotherapyandsport.com/newsCTS Coach Bio: https://trainright.com/coaches/neal-palles/Twitter: @NealPallesInstagram: @nealpallesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoPsychotherapyandSportBook Recommendation: Do Hard Things by Steve MagnessListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODEThe multiple meanings of "getting faster" in cyclingThe role of annual training volume in progressionFueling for speedThe benefits of doing something new and doing nothing at allWhy patience is essential for long-term improvementGUESTHost and CTS Coach Adam Pulford is joined by Sam Boardman, a professional cyclist on the powerhouse L39ion of Los Angeles pro cycling team. He got his start in racing as a college student at UCLA, then earned his first pro contract in 2019. Although L39ion is more known for criteriums, Boardman has also had success in long road races and stage races, including the Tour of Utah and Tour of California. While riding professionally, he has also gone back to school to complete his Masters in elementary education. LINKSWebsite: L39ion of Los AngelesSam Boardman's Instagram: @boardmanitoPneumatic recovery boots: Hyperice Normatec 3.0 Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODEHow to train for mountainous ultras when you live in flat regionsAltitude tents vs. fundamental aerobic trainingUsing local features to replicate vertical gain/loss from your eventThe advantage of using rating of perceived exertion (RPE) to prepare for varying terrainGUESTIn this episode, host and CTS Coach Corrine Malcolm is joined by CTS Ultrarunning Coach Cliff Pittman. Cliff has been an endurance athlete from a young age competing nationally in both track and cross country through high school before enlisting in the military. While he is new to our team, Cliff has been coaching endurance athletes for over a decade, and became a full time trail and ultra coach in 2019. Corrine brought Cliff on the show to talk about training and racing mountainous and higher altitude races. He has coached athletes to compete in some of the most challenging events in the US, including: BigFoot 200FKT Across IowaKUS 24 Hour (course record)Midstate Mile (Last Man Standing)Arkansas Traveller 100Arkansas Backyard Ultra ChampionshipLOViT 100Outlaw 100Silver Rush 50Sheep Mountain Endurance Run 50Tunnel Hill 100Yeti Dam 50Seven Trails Fest 100Hitchcock Experience 100Pumpkin Holler 100Twisted Branch Trail Run 100KBoston MarathonMarine Corps MarathonChicago MarathonSHOW LINKSCliff Pittman on Instagram: @coachcliffpittman Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODEPhysical and psychological responses to completing a major goal.Three post-event questions to ask yourselfPlanning ahead to mitigate the post-event funk.Distinguishing post-race funk from overtrainingManaging family expectations during post-event periodPractical examples from iconic events: Cape Epic Leadville 100 MTBLa Ruta de los ConquistadoresGUESTSIn this episode, host and CTS Coach Adam Pulford is joined by CTS Pro Coach Jane Marshall. A two-time US Masters National Champion in cross-country mountain biking and a mom to two children under the age of 5, Marshall has been a coach with CTS since 2006. She has competed in and prepared athletes for some of the world's most challenging events, including: Leadville 100 MTBLeadville 100 RunLeadmanLa Ruta de los ConquistadoresCape EpicBreck EpicIronman World Championships Ironman 70.3 World ChampionshipsRAAMUnbound GravelListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE- How gastric distress happens- Gut bacteria and your health- The link between your gut biome and ultramarathon performance- Tips and strategies to promote a healthy gut microbiome- The protective effects of probiotics for athletesGUESTSIn this episode, Corrine Malcolm is joined by Dr. Greg Grosicki and Dr Jamie Pugh, two eminent researchers in the field of gastrointestinal distress and the microbiome. They dive into the common culprits behind GI distress, how to troubleshoot those less than ideal moments, and what we currently know about the microbiomes influence on GI distress..- Dr. Greg Grosicki:  @DrGregGrosicki - Dr Jamie Pugh: @pugh_jamieSHOW LINKS- Western States Endurance Run Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Topics Covered In This Episode:When is a good time to test FTP?When should you NOT test your FTP?How do you know an unscheduled FTP test is warranted?How much of an FTP change (+ or -) is necessary before changing FTP values used for training ranges?What to do with your new FTP number.Show Links:Podcast - How To Improve Your Cycling FTP (Functional Threshold Power)Article - FTP Tests: How to perform 20-Minute, 8-Minute, and Ramp TestsWKO5 Analytical Tool: https://www.wko5.com/ Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform