Our hosts talk about whether it is better to be balanced or pursue something fully, good workouts to start the season out, and how much communication is too much.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our team talks with pro riders Madigan Munro and Noah Granigan about how they find motivation to train and stay fit when their next race is a winter away.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Dr. Andy Pruitt and Stacey Brickson about their favorite off-the-bike workouts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Training is becoming increasingly virtual. We discuss with Velocity owner Robbie Ventura how to maximize athlete and coach interactions in this new online environment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with Julie Ann Davey about the bacteria in our gut and how the composition of our microflora affects everything in our bodies, including our performance.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kate Kresge, a licensed naturopathic doctor and head of medical education at Rupa Health, delves into the intersection of nutrition and mental performance for endurance athletes. She highlights the crucial link between specific nutrients, hydration, and cognitive function, debunking myths about quick fixes like stimulants. The discussion emphasizes personalized dietary approaches based on individual needs and gut health, while advocating for the importance of hydration and essential micronutrients in optimizing both mental clarity and overall athletic performance.

Dr. Mikki Williden, a sports nutrition expert and host of the Mickeypedia podcast, teams up with Dr. Paul Laursen, owner of athletica.ai and a researcher in sports nutrition. They discuss the crucial difference between fueling for performance and fueling for health. Key topics include the pitfalls of high simple sugar consumption for athletes, the importance of high-quality food sources, strategic carbohydrate management, and practical meal prep to enhance recovery. The conversation also touches on personalized nutrition and nutritious snack options for optimal athletic training.

Dr. Andy Pruitt, the inventor of the BG Fit System, and Ryan Ignatz, a master fitter at Full Cycles, dive into essential off-season preparations for cyclists. They discuss the significance of optimal bike fitting and gear upgrades to enhance performance. Listeners learn about the joy and safety of nighttime cycling with modern lighting systems. The duo emphasizes functional strength training and the need for regular bike fit assessments to adapt to physical changes, ensuring cyclists gear up effectively for the new season.

Our host regulars discuss when an unplanned activity—such as commuting—becomes training, how to adjust for an event when returning from injury, and what training to do in the off season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Seiler explains what we can and can’t take from the Ingebrigtsen brothers and from the Norwegian approach to training in general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices