2 // The How and Why of Coaching
Coaches often focus on methodology over philosophy. Your own path to coaching shapes both, and Joe Friel shows why it matters.
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Profiles in Coaching: James “Doc” Counsilman
Joe Friel details the life and career of one of the most influential coaches in history, someone who redefined performance through science and innovation.
Why Do You Coach?
By understanding the people and events that shape you as a coach, you will be more aware of who you influence and how.
Own Your Role: Coaches Are Mentors, Teachers, and Role Models
Joe Friel explores the dynamics of the athlete-coach relationship and shows why every coach needs to be a teacher, role model, and teammate.
Coaching Philosophy vs. Methodology
Joe Friel leads a discussion among prominent coaches on the various coaching philosophies, methodologies, and styles.
Communicating Your Philosophy and Methodology
Identifying and explaining how you work with athletes is critical to growing your coaching business.
Case Study: Adapting Your Approach to the Athlete
Joe Friel describes a time when his coaching method and philosophy were put to the test—and how he recognized the challenge and refined his approach.
1 // Building a Foundation for Success in Coaching
Coach Joe Friel details what it takes to be a good, happy, and successful coach, then shares how coaches can build the eight most important skills an effective coach must have.
What’s Inside The Craft of Coaching
The Craft of Coaching is Joe Friel’s ultimate guide to becoming a better, more successful, and happier coach.
Favorite Workouts of Fast Talk All-Stars
We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Joe Friel, Neal Henderson, and Amos Brumble about what their favorite workout is and why.
Mastering Indoor Cycling, with Joe Friel, Jim Rutberg, and Riders on the eSports Team Saris-The Pro’s Closet
Joe Friel and Jim Rutberg explore indoor cycling and its many nuances.
Demystifying Periodization, with Joe Friel
Cycling coach Joe Friel explores endurance periodization and its four core concepts: overload, specificity, reversibility, and individualization.
Unpacking the Gospel of Joe Friel’s New “Training Bible”
We talk with Joe Friel about the newest edition of his bestselling cycling training book The Cyclist’s Training Bible. We touched on everything from periodization to energy systems, to Joe’s method of research…which believe it or not, has a lot to do with hundreds of 3”x5” note cards.