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We compare and contrast various test methods based on three key aspects: 1) the protocol, 2) the data the test provides, and 3) the analysis you can perform with that data.

Colby Pearce tells the stories of a few of his biggest failures and the lessons he learned from each.

We discuss the underlying principles of an athlete’s psychological welfare, and why our thoughts and feelings are simply emergent properties of brain and nervous system physiology.

Cadence, Flow-states, Belly-Breathing, and Off the Bike Movement

We address questions on how to train grit for race situations, if you can safely override the central governor, and training for a five-day stage race.

We delve into the strengths and potential pitfalls of using comparative data as we discuss the how technology can be used to help fitters make decisions during their fit process.

We explore how athletes can evolve and find more fulfillment from their sport with pro cyclist Lachlan Morton

Differing opinions on fit.

We review four recent studies from the scientific literature, addressing the hypotheses, methods, and conclusions of each to give you a greater understanding of the latest findings in endurance research.

We dork out on bike fitting and get honest about mistakes.

We break down every aspect of the time trial: part performance art and part crucible for athletic and scientific experimentation.

If you decide to take supplements as an athlete, you need to understand as much as you can about healthy eating and your body. Supplement responsibly!

In an age when athletes often focus on the specifics, we address the importance of focusing on the fundamentals: training, recovery, and functioning gear—the things that will bring you the greatest return for your investment of time, sweat, and energy.

Gluten is bad news for your body. What, exactly, are the long-term effects and why?

Age is just a number. Few athletes know that better than Rebecca Rusch, who joins us to discuss how to adapt and perform at the highest levels of sport as you age.

Learn how to reframe your mindset about training. Let’s throw away outdated athletic goals in terms of “climbing mountains.” Rather, think about your athletic journey as an orbital path with your Dream, Goal, or Objective at one point, three-quarters of the way around the orbit.