The Strong Savvy Cyclist & Triathlete Podcast

Vern Gabetta has been coaching for over 50 years, and has penned more than 10 books on the subject. Over that time he has seen many fads and popular approaches come and go, all the while continuing to build strong, resilient athletes and human beings under his guidance. In this episode, Vern shares some of his wisdom on becoming a better coach, helping us understand the difference between statistical significance and coaching significance.  We dive into the world of "specialization" and discuss whether it's helping us push training forward, or perhaps not having as big of a positive effect as we would think, and some various ways to help us learn more about movement, the human body, and how to develop strong, healthy, and lifelong athletes.  This is a great episode that you won't want to miss! Connect with Vern: https://thegainnetwork.com/ https://www.hmmrmedia.com/ Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

This weeks episode is a short one, as I share the focus for 2022: Instead of more (books read, content produced) We're going to go deeper, and re-read some of the most influential books read, re-take the best courses, and produce a few new courses ourselves.  It's not minimalism, but rather the ability to dig 8 inches wide, and go 5 miles deep.  Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

When it comes to making cyclists stronger on the bike via strength training, it's important to look at strength training from a different lens. Chris Peden does that...but he wasn't always a cyclist- far from it in fact. In this episode Chris Shares his experiences that brought him to cycling a bit later in his athletic career, how he views strength training for endurance athletes, and some fantastic insights to help you get far more from your strength training, rather than just more weight on the bar or more reps.  This one's a fantastic one! Connect with Chris: Instagram Website Sign up for the Waitlist for HVTraining's Stronger After 50 Course (no commitment) Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

I've managed to pick up a case of Strep throat, so this weeks episode is a short, quick hitter with a few topics I've had the last week in the weight room. Make sure to subscribe, as we've got some phenomenal guest interviews coming up that you won't want to miss! Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

These days it can be really difficult to go against the grain of commonly accepted practices...even when just asking the question of why we are doing something at all! While I've certainly not always been the most eloquent in addressing some of these items, I do try very hard not to be a jerk about it. This week we talk about being a contrarian and not a jerk, and how in order for us to continue to progress, we need to continue to ask "Why?" With sincerity, and the true curiousity of a greenhorn.

When it comes to training these days, it seems that "research leads the way". For most, this makes sense- the research shows us what works, and then we move in that direction....right?<p> Not exactly.<p> More often than not, the researchers are looking to figure out why what the best coaches in the field of performance are doing, works. In the case of strength training for cycling and triathlon, researchers are just now catching up to the use of heavy weights in strength training for performance...but there is a lot of context that is missing in these research articles, much of which can leave YOU at risk of a serious injury! <p> This week, we take a look at recent posts by popular and well-meaning social media coaches, which lack context and understanding of strength training, it's risks to you, and what you should be looking to do to help you see performance gains from your strength training. <p> Purchase Coach Brodie's #1 Best Selling Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

Ah, progression in your (or your athletes) strength training: Easy peasy! Add more weight, or, find a more advanced exercise. Right? Well, actually..... In this weeks episode Coach Brodie explains the 4 ways to progress your strength training, and the important criteria that must be met before even considering changing the programming. And the "common ways" of changing the program? Aren't the best options- most of the time. It depends.  Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

How should triathletes approach strength training? Should they lift until their muscles are burning? Should they do "sport-specific" movements that look like their running or swimming? Do they target "limiter" muscles, like the triceps and calves? What should their strength training periodization look like? In this weeks episode we cover all of the above, as well as the top 3 mistakes triathletes make within their workouts, that leaves them programming their muscles (and bodies) for the exact opposite effect than that which they want. You don't want to miss this one.... Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

As we prepare to turn the clocks back this weekend, many endurance athletes are looking ahead to next summer's events and riding. . .But have you taken the time to dive back into your past years work to figure out a better plan? Deena Blacking is a cycling coach, lawyer, and writer based out of Girona, Spain. Originally from the UK, Deena has been developed a coaching approach to help her riders, and readers, to not only get great results, but also to develop a far better plan. In this week's episode Deena sat down with us to share her philosophy and approach, to help you (or your athletes) get far better at reading what's been, and plan to a far better what will be. Connect with Deena: IG: @drivetrain.cc @deena.be Twitter: @deenablacking LinkedIn: Deena Blacking Strava: Deena Blacking Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

This weeks episode is a bit different. My energy has been really low (thanks, Corona), but I wanted to stay consistent. So, here we are! I share a few thoughts on the mindset of coaches these days, as well as the state of the fitness world, which has become so obsessed with marketing, and cheap subscriptions models.  Like it, or dislike it, this week is a slower paced episode, with some thoughts and observations. Read more on the HVTraining Blog: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Sign up for the Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List