Even Ultra-Endurance Athletes Need a Little HIT
You might never sprint during an Ironman or ultra-running race, but that doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from some HIT.
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How to Be Aerodynamic without Sacrificing Power
Join us as we explore the power vs. aerodynamics debate. Specialized’s Todd Carver and Retul’s Jason Williams reveal the secrets to finding your speed.
We consider comfort, speed, and event specifics across multiple cycling disciplines. The sacrifices may surprise you!
Featuring expert guests Lennard Zinn, Jeff Winkler, Ryan Bolton, Robin Carpenter, influencer Ben Delaney.
How to Bulletproof Yourself Against IT Band Syndrome
There’s conflicting and inconclusive evidence on how to properly treat IT band syndrome. We break down some of these common treatments so you can get back to your sport better than before.
Workout of the Week: Stephen Hyde’s 5x5s
These 5 sets of 5 minutes are a favorite of coach Stephen Hyde and allow the rider to train in different scenarios leading up to race day.
Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: Ashleigh Moolman Pasio’s Balancing Act between Athlete and Businesswoman
Learn how pro cyclist Ashleigh Moolman Pasio manages to successfully balance being a business owner while maintaining her cycling career.
Dr. Stephen Seiler Q&A on Durability and High-Intensity Repeatability
Dr. Stephen Seiler answers a variety of endurance sport questions on The Physical Performance Show.
Training as a Time-Crunched Ultra-Cyclist
We explore how to effectively and efficiently train for ultra-endurance events on limited time.
Exploring the Grit and Determination of Bikepacking with Chris Case
We venture into the exciting realm of bikepacking with Chris Case, former Fast Talk host and owner of Alter Explorations. He takes us on an exhilarating journey through his first bikepacking race—the TransAtlantic Way.
An Ultra-Athlete’s Guide to RPE
An athlete’s rate of perceived exertion, or RPE, is one of the most underappreciated metrics. For ultra-athletes who are closely in touch with their bodies and minds, working with RPE is an essential component to training and racing.
Workout of the Week: Motor Pacing
Use motor pacing—purposeful riding behind a scooter, moped, or e-bike—to add race-specific intensity into your training while working on skills and confidence at higher speeds.
High Carbs for Big Adventures
For years we have been told to load up on carbs prior to an event, yet eat very little during competition. Recent research has shown that athletes can ingest more carbohydrate during training and competitions than previously thought.
The Personal Side of Coaching – with Grant Holicky
In this roundtable discussion, we dive into how personal connections between athletes and coaches may be more important than training plans.
How to Bulletproof Yourself Against Runner’s Knee
Increasing your mileage may also lead to an increase in knee pain. Learn about runner’s knee and how you can alleviate your pain at home.
Workout of the Week: Running Micro-Intervals
Call them whatever you wish, but the concept is the same: breaking longer blocks of high-intensity work up with frequent, short rest breaks.
Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: How Hormone Fluctuation Affects Resistance Training – with Lauren Colenso-Semple
Find out if you should be resistance training in correlation with your menstrual cycle.
Dr. Stephen Seiler on “Aha” Moments, Tailoring High-Intensity Training, and How Much Food to Carry
Welcome to another potluck conversation with regulars Grant Holicky, Trevor Connor, and Rob Pickels. In these discussions, we pick topics that we find interesting and break them apart using a mix of science, humor, and our own experience. This week’s potluck is a special episode because joining us is Dr. Stephen Seiler. He’s going to discuss […]
In-Season Strength Series: Post-Race Week
Recover from your competition with these mobility exercises.
Workout of the Week: Short Stack Intervals with Over-Unders
Keep your heart rate consistently high with a serving of short stacks, then maintain power with a side of over-unders.