Is There a Value to the One-Hour Easy Ride?
We all understand the purpose of high-intensity intervals and long endurance rides, but is there a value to kitting up and doing a workout that’s both short and easy?
The Fast Talk Podcast focuses on the science of endurance sports in a conversational and informative style. Mixed into the deep discussions, there are tips and takeaways regarding endurance training philosophy, human physiology, workout design, performance nutrition, and sport psychology.
Our hosts Trevor Connor and Rob Pickels explore these topics with world-class, leading experts on endurance sports. These include researchers like Dr. Stephen Seiler, Dr. Bent Ronnestand, Dr. Inigo San Millan, as well as coaches such as Joe Friel, Neal Henderson, Stacy Sims, and Grant Holicky.
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We all understand the purpose of high-intensity intervals and long endurance rides, but is there a value to kitting up and doing a workout that’s both short and easy?
Time at VO2max is driving the recent research on what makes the most effective intervals, but is it a good metric to use? We find out on this week’s Fast Talk podcast.
High-intensity training offers many benefits. It also has limitations. We explore just how much HIT work you need to perform at your best.
Elite cycling coach Dr. Iñigo San Millán explores the goals of training during the early season, base training months and how to best execute that training.
We’re joined by Dr. Bent R. Rønnestad to explore concurrent strength and endurance training. Do they interfere with each other? Should endurance athletes strength train?
Fast Talk all-star guests including Dr. Iñigo San Millán, Dirk Friel, and Ben Delaney reveal their favorite workouts.
Pro mountain biker and coach Hannah Finchamp helps us field questions on time-crunched training, zone 1, interval design, and more.
Whether for overall health, improving performance and fitness, or taking mental break, cross-training is a powerful tool with many benefits.
We discuss four of the most common overuse and imbalance injuries in cyclists and how to address them with off-the-bike work and proper bike fit.
Take a deep dive into functional training with Menachem Brodie—what is it, why do cyclists need it, and how to execute it.
Cyclists can get a little lost in the weight room. Strength expert Jess Elliott helps us understand the fundamentals of strength workouts and how cyclists will benefit from time spent in the gym.
In this episode of Fast Talk, we explain why serious cyclists should be spending time in the gym, incorporating weight lifting into their weekly programs. We speak to pro cyclist Svein Tuft, as well as Dr. Andy Pruitt to learn more about the benefits of strength training.