The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

Topics covered in this episode:The impressive feats Paralympic cyclists are accomplishingUnderstanding the different Paralympic classificationsHow we can grow the awareness around the Paralympic GamesGuest Bio - Jim Lehman:Jim Lehman has been a CTS Coach since 2000 and served as a National Team Coach for the US Para-cycling team, including working as a coach for the 2004, 2008, 2016, and 2022 Paralympic Games.Learn More:Coach Jim Lehman: https://trainright.com/coaches/jim-lehman/Paralympic Games Website: https://www.paralympic.org/Men's C1-2-3 1000m Time Trial | Rio 2016 Paralympic Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRIDUDAHOKI Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:Planning out race logisticsDetermining how best to prepare for Western StatesPreparing for the unique demands of the eventKey Western States course insightsChoosing appropriate build-up racesGuest Bio:Andy Jones-Wilkins, known as AJW, is an ultrarunner and CTS Coach who first began running ultramarathons in 1992. AJW ran his first 100 miler in 2000 and to date has completed 32 100 mile races, including 10 finishes at the Western States including 7 straight top ten placings.Connect With Andy Jones-WilkinsTwitter: https://twitter.com/ajoneswilkinsCTS Coach Bio: https://trainright.com/coaches/andy-jones-wilkins/iRunFar: https://www.irunfar.com/author/ajoneswilkins Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:What are betalains?What are the physiological effects of betalains?Performance benefits highlighted in studies from betalain supplementationThe latest insights on phytochemicalsSocial Links:Website: http://www.sur.coInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/surphytoFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/surphytoTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/surphytoStrava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/597477Research Articles:Betalains: Health and Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29846082/Cycling Study: European Journal of Applied Physiology: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1452/7454/files/14_AltRed-Auburn_Cycling_Perfomance_-2018_Article.pdf?v=1592748293Running Study: MDPI https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/4/3/40Other Resources:General Overview of Betalains: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/betalainsHandling & Storage of Betalains: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jafc.0c04241 Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:Misconceptions about working with a registered dietitianHow can you refocus on intuitive eating?The relationship between trauma and disordered eatingWhy food is more than just fuelGuest Bio:Maria is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and a Washington State certified dietitian-nutritionist (CDN) with a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition and Food Science. She is the creator and owner of Inspired Eating, a virtual Health at Every Size® practice that helps people who feel anxiety and guilt around food, who engage in disordered eating thoughts and behaviors and those who are in eating disorder recovery make peace with food and eat in a supportive and nourishing way. Maria works with clients from a trauma-informed and Polyvagal Theory lens. Consults focus heavily on understanding behaviors, intuitive eating strategies, shifts in mindset and support.Maria is also a professional mountain ultra trail runner for the shoe company, La Sportiva. Her athletic accomplishments include North American Mountain Running Champion, Trail Half Marathon National Champion, and member of multiple U.S. teams competing throughout North America and Europe. She lives in Bellingham, Washington.Connect With Maria DalzotWebsite: www.mariadalzotRD.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariadalzot/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariadalzotRDTwitter: https://twitter.com/mariadalzotRD Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics Covered In This Episode:Developing a positive, lifelong relationship with runningAddressing food and body image issuesNavigating puberty, mental health, eating disorders, and the pressures of competitive runningGuest Bio - Elizabeth W. Carey:Elizabeth Carey is a writer, author, and running coach. Her work has been published in The New York Times, Runner’s World, PodiumRunner, Women’s Running, Trail Runner Magazine, and SKI Magazine, and she is a regular columnist for DyeStat. Her first book, GIRLS RUNNING, co-authored with Melody Fairchild, is available at your local bookstore and online. An endurance coach since 2002, she has experience coaching youth, high school, collegiate, recreational, and master's athletes—including at Oregon State University, Syracuse University, and Steens Mountain Running Camp. She's an assistant cross country and track coach at Garfield High School in Seattle, Washington, and coaches adults virtually. She ran Division I cross country/track for Columbia University and now explores trail and ultra running. With more than 20 years of wide-ranging experience in endurance and outdoor sports, she brings a unique perspective and passion to her work. Connect With Elizabeth Carey:Website: https://elizabethwcarey.com/Where to find the Girls Running book: https://elizabethwcarey.com/writer-editor/book/where-to-find-the-girls-running-book/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethwcarey/Twitter: https://twitter.com/elizabethwcarey Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics Covered In This Episode:What is continuous glucose monitoring?The use cases for continuous glucose monitoringHow your blood glucose fluctuates throughout the dayLearning how different foods can affect glucose levels and performanceHow a warmup can affect glucose levelsThe questions that still need to be answered about glucose levels and performanceAbout SuperSapiens:Supersapiens is an Atlanta-based sports technology company focused on improving athletic performance. Their mission is to provide athletes with actionable and personalized Insights on real-time biometric data, starting with glucose. Supersapiens empowers athletes to train smarter, sustain peak performance, and optimize for overall health.Learn More About SuperSapiens:Website: https://www.supersapiens.com/en-EN/Facebook: https://facebook.com/supersapiensincInstagram: https://instagram.com/supersapiensincTwitter: https://twitter.com/supersapiensincYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Supersapiens_performance_technology/videos Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:The mental side of ultrarunningUnderstanding your "why" behind ultrarunningAligning your training with your valuesHow to focus on the processThe three sports psychology goalsTips for dealing with stress and pressureHow to salvage a race when everything goes sidewaysGuest Bio:Addie Bracy is the author of Mental Training For Ultrarunning, a professional trail runner, and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant.Read More About Addie Bracy:Website: https://www.strivementalperformance.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/addiebracy/ (@addiebracy) and https://www.instagram.com/_out_run/ (@_out_run)Book: Mental Training for UltrarunningTwitter: https://twitter.com/AddieBracy (@AddieBracy)Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:What is anaerobic capacity?Understanding functional reserve capacityHow to structure intervals to improve anaerobic capacityWhat is Pmax?Intensive and extensive functional reserve capacity intervalsHow to plan your intervalsFactors to consider before including these high-intensity intervals in your trainingListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:Getting beyond a DNFKeeping the big picture in perspectiveUncovering motivations that will lead to your successSetting A, B, and C goalsHow to diagnose whether you should continue or DNF?Understanding the difference between hurt and hurting?How to evaluate what went wrong during your raceGuest Bio:Chantelle Robitaille is a CTS Coach, ultrarunner, and the CTS Coaching Development Director who holds a Master of Science in High Altitude Exercise Physiology. Read more about Chantelle here.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform

Topics covered in this episode:What is VO2 max?How much can you increase VO2 max?What type of intervals you should use to influence VO2 maxExtensive vs intensive trainingExample VO2 max training weeksCommon mistakes athletes make with VO2 max intervalsWhen in the season to build your VO2 maxListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform