What’s the Difference Between Good Pain and Bad Pain?
Pain is part of the privilege of endurance sports. It’s how you know you’re pushing your limits. But how do you know when it’s really time to stop? We ask a PT for her advice.
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How to Stay Fit and Fast As You Age
Getting older doesn’t have to equate to getting slower. We chat with two world champion athletes who share their secrets of success when it comes to slowing the aging process.
Fast Talk Labs Q&A: How Can I Deal with Leg Length Discrepancies?
They’re far more common than you think—and knowing how to improve leg length discrepancies can be vital to enjoyment and performance.
The House and the Storm—a Metaphor for Training
We max out on metaphors in this week’s Fast Talk podcast as we talk about some of the key principles behind training, recovery, and fueling.
Workout of the Week: “Intro” to Fast-Start VO2max Intervals
Bust out of winter hibernation with this challenging bike intervals workout.
Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: Inside the Pro Peloton—with Carmen Small
In the latest episode of our female-specific podcast, we chat with the director sportif of one of the most successful women’s WorldTour teams.
The Physiology of Base Season—with Dr. Iñigo San Millán
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.
Fast Talk Laboratories Launches Fast Talk Femmes Podcast Series for Women in Endurance Sports
Nerd Lab: Variable-Paced Intervals and Vibration Plates
In this special Nerd Lab episode, we focus on three recent studies published by Dr. Bent Ronnestad that are all focused on improving time at VO2max.
Workout of the Week: Slow Frequency Bike Reps
Build bike-specific strength—and improve your pedaling technique—with this big-gear workout.
Fast Talk Femmes: Fueling for Performance—with Dr. Dana Lis
We chat with high-performance sports dietitian and researcher Dr. Dana Lis about how female athletes can get the most from their nutrition.
Time at VO2max: An Important Metric You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
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.
Workout of the Week: Swim Sevens
Dive into this swim workout, which is great for rookie swimmers and seasoned athletes alike.
Fast Talk Labs Q&A #1
We get asked a lot of great—and nerdy—questions via our Fast Talk Labs Forum. Every month we’ll now be taking the best questions and publishing our answers. This month, our in-house physiologist Rob Pickels tackles the topics of altitude training and the impact of body composition on hypothermia.
9 // Coaching Endurance Athletes
Endurance coaching can be as rewarding as it is challenging, yet knowing how best to tackle those testing times can help make the success stories all the sweeter. In this latest module, we lift the lid on some of the minutiae of endurance coaching.
Why Setting Goals This Season is Important—and How to Do It
We all need goals to help us stay on track, but what’s the secret to effective goal setting? Two top coaches share their secrets.
How to Attract Athletes to Use Your Coaching Services
Today’s coaches enjoy a greater demand for services and steeper competition for clients. Choose a direction for your business and be patient in getting there.
Building an Inclusive Endurance Community
USA Triathlon’s CEO Victoria Brumfield speaks to the importance of welcoming people from all communities into the endurance sports world.