Fast Talk

Exploring the challenges of tracking metrics and estimates in training, from validating data to individualizing approaches. Discussing the complexities of measuring training metrics and the potential negative effects of excessive monitoring. Delving into the challenges of translating lab measurements to real-world cycling scenarios and the importance of accurate metrics for sports performance tracking. Exploring the significance of subjective metrics like RPE alongside objective measurements and warning against overreliance on too many measurements for tracking performance.

We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Dr. Stephen Seiler, Frank Overton, and Sonya Looney about their favorite workouts and compare how they fit into different training styles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MTB Skills Development Coach Anneke Beerten shares tips on how to improve bike handling skills and overcome psychological hurdles in risk taking.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The podcast delves into the intricate relationship between sleep, diet, and exercise, highlighting how they impact our health and performance. Topics explored include the connection between sleep quality and dietary habits, the link between sleep patterns and chronic diseases, and the crucial role of quality sleep in promoting overall well-being and athletic performance.

Explore the challenges faced by Olympic triathletes on their journey to the Olympics, including the selection process and competition from teammates. Learn about the sacrifices and difficulties faced by elite athletes, the importance of teamwork and confidence, and the role of coaches in advocating for resources. Also, discover training pathways, coaching advice, and tips for structuring the base season in cycling-based training.

Discover the secrets to a successful transition from junior to pro racing, with insights from professional MTB racer, Savilia Blunk.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our second Basics episode, we talk about how oxygen travels from the air around us to our working muscles, covering everything from the lungs, blood, and heart, to how our working muscles grab that oxygen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neuroscientist Dr. Scott Frey discusses the neuroscience of belief in endurance sports, emphasizing the power of belief, the significance of individualized training, the impact of context and coaching, and the relationship between beliefs and pain/dopamine. The chapter also explores the role of beliefs, self-talk, and adrenaline in endurance sports, and shares personal anecdotes about the impact of belief on performance.

Explore the impact of training together in the cycling community, including talent attraction, fostering a culture of excellence, and engaging young athletes. Learn about the challenges faced by young female athletes during puberty and the efforts to break down barriers in women's cycling. Discover the importance of creating cohesion in a primarily individual sport and fostering belief in limitless potential.

In this week’s potluck, we discuss our favorite ways to approach training in January, practical weight management tips after the holidays, and what to consider when trying a new endurance sport.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices