Dr. Brendan Egan, a top researcher in ketone supplementation, discusses the types and impact of ketone supplements on our health. They explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of ketone esters in endurance sports and the effects of ketones on fuel usage during exercise. They also discuss the benefits of ketone bodies in Alzheimer's and personal experiences using ketones in ultra-endurance gravel events.

We talk with master mechanic Lennard Zinn about how to address the challenges of maintaining your bike with the many innovations of the past 10 years.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Dr. Seiler helps us understand the power of rest from a physiological perspective. Rest can help us become more disciplined and improve fitness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts discuss Van Der Poel's crashes, the accuracy of using one-hour normalized power to estimate FTP, and criticisms of the Worlds course in Scotland. They also explore knee pain solutions, the success of cyclist Matthew Vanderpool in multiple disciplines, and the challenges and benefits of participating in different cycling disciplines. Additionally, they talk about impressive bike saves, testing lactate levels in athletes, and the difficulties of designing championship courses.

Experts discuss the importance of comfort in bike fits and performance, the impact of movement strategies on comfort and injury prevention, choosing the right chamois for comfortable cycling, knee health and asymmetries in performance, and the significance of bike fit in addressing discomfort. They also explore the innovation mindset in pedal systems and the effects of tire pressure on performance and comfort.

Tom shares insights from his experience in developing and managing women’s professional endurance sports teams, talks about the ROI for sponsors, and provides advice for aspiring female cyclists.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. George Brooks revolutionized our understanding of lactate and health. Discover his groundbreaking research challenging the misconception of lactate as a waste product. Explore the significance of lactate in cancer survival, managing heat, hydration, and fueling for performance. Learn about the history and misconceptions of lactate and the lactate shuttle hypothesis. Understand the role of lactate in cancer, its effects on cancer cells and the immune system, and its importance in exercise and metabolic flexibility.

A naturopathic doctor and former executive editor, Griffin McMath brings her experience to the podcast and shares what she brings to Fast Talk Labs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Jamie Whitfield discusses the body's remarkable ability to regulate blood sugar, and the practical applications of continuous glucose monitors in high-performance disciplines.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics discussed include life-changing coaching moments, polarized training for climbers, psychological impacts on climbing performance, overcoming negative mindsets, dealing with mental challenges in sports, and playful banter with appreciation for listeners.