Knee Health Pathway
Healthy knees are critical for cyclists. See how to keep your knees happy with bike fit, strength training, mobility, and expert advice from Dr. Andy Pruitt, Jess Elliott, and Menachem Brodie.
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Bike Fit Philosophy, with Dr. Andy Pruitt, Colby Pearce, and Todd Carver
With the help of three of the great minds in bike fit, we discuss bike fit philosophy and how science plays in role in shaping that mindset.
How to Diagnose “Spring Knee” and Other Common Knee Injuries, with Dr. Andy Pruitt
Sports medicine guru Dr. Andy Pruitt presents the science and symptoms of the most common knee injuries in cyclists.
Choosing the Right Bike Saddle for Your Body’s Biomechanics
The saddle you choose to ride, and its proper placement, play huge roles in your comfort and performance on the bike.
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Favorite Workouts-Off-the-Bike Edition!
We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Dr. Andy Pruitt and Stacey Brickson about their favorite off-the-bike workouts.
Evolution of the Holistic Athlete with Dirk Friel
We talk with TrainingPeaks founder Dirk Friel about how athletes, coaches, and training software now focus on the whole athlete instead of only training plans.
History of the Rolling Medical Enclosure and What to Do in an Emergency, with Dr. Andy Pruitt
Whether you’re a participant, event organizer, or volunteer, keep in mind Murphy’s Law – anything that can go wrong could (or will) go wrong. When one or more athletes are injured, you need to know what to do. We talk with Dr. Andy Pruitt about how to ensure the best outcomes.
Here’s Why You Can’t Have Performance Without Comfort
We talk with Dr. Andy Pruitt and Larry Meyer about how to make yourself as comfortable as possible on the bike and why that helps, not hurts, performance.
Getting Through Serious Injury
All athletes fear the injury that takes years to recover from or permanently changes their lives. We talk with several experts on how to manage serious injury and find yourself again.
Q&A on Burning Nether Regions, Exploding Back Pain, Knee Health, and Fitness after 40
Dr. Andy Pruitt answers questions about back pain, knee issues with increased training, numbness and pain where we sit, and how much we can still adapt as we age.
Advanced Performance Data Analysis Pathway
Learn advanced data analysis for cycling, triathlon, and running workouts and races. With new data analysis tools, you can make better decisions about your training.
The Future of Endurance Sports! With Dr. Andy Pruitt, Kristen Legan, Rob Pickels, and Dr. Stephen Seiler
What will the future of endurance sports look like? From training to research to racing, we examine what is to come.
Exercise in the Cold Pathway
Exercising in cold weather has a significant impact on our physiology—from breathing to metabolism to performance. In this Pathway, you’ll learn about the physiological and psychological effects of cold from many experts.
Cycling Base Training Pathway
The concept of base training has been a part of endurance training for decades. Laying a foundation of fitness early in the season sets the stage for success later on. With the help of Joe Friel, Dr. Stephen Seiler, and Dr. Andy Pruitt, we explore the how and why of this fundamental aspect of endurance training.
Bike Fit Methodology, with Dr. Andy Pruitt, Colby Pearce, and Todd Carver
Three great minds of bike fit share their bike fitting methods, the role of technology, and other practical considerations.
Bike Fit Philosophy, with Dr. Andy Pruitt, Colby Pearce, and Todd Carver
With the help of three of the great minds in bike fit, we discuss bike fit philosophy and how science plays in role in shaping that mindset.
The Importance of the Cockpit to Bike Fit
Our Director of Sports Medicine, Dr. Andy Pruitt, addresses how and why the cockpit is such a critical component to bike fit.
Recovery Pathway
It’s often undervalued, and sometimes altogether ignored; but it shouldn’t be. Recovery from workouts is as important to the training process as the workouts themselves. With the help of Dr. Stephen Seiler, Dr. Shona Halson, Dr. Andy Pruitt, and many others, we examine this critical but often neglected component of exercise physiology.
Saddle Sores, Sexual Dysfunction, and Other Female “Saddle Diseases”
Dr. Andy Pruitt and Betsy Welch hold a frank discussion about saddle sores, sexual dysfunction, and other female-specific saddle/chamois pathologies, addressing both preventative measures and potential long-term consequences.
Saddle Sores and Other Male “Saddle Diseases”
Saddle sores, numbness, and erectile dysfunction are just a few of the issues that can hamper male cyclists. Dr. Andy Pruitt details how to avoid these and other cycling saddle problems.
Choosing the Right Bike Saddle for Your Body’s Biomechanics
The saddle you choose to ride, and its proper placement, play huge roles in your comfort and performance on the bike.
The Knee Is the Victim
Because the knee is caught between the hip and the foot, it often bears the brunt of biomechanical pedaling forces, which leads to injuries. Dr. Andy Pruitt explains why.