Interview with Marieke van Wanroij and Lieselot Decroix of Jumbo-Visma
Get to know Marieke, Lieselot, and the Jumbo-Visma team ethic as Dr. Stephen Seiler interviews these two pro-team coaches.
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Fast Talk Special Edition: Talking Fast, Burning Mouths
Dr. Stephen Seiler joins Trevor, Rob, and Grant as they ask each other spicy questions while eating hot wings.
13 // Coaching Elite Athletes
As pro athletes redefine the limits of performance, coaches are continually refining their strategy and leading a collaborative effort.
Why Hill Strides and Speed Development Are Essential for Ultras
In addition to traditional aerobic training, SWAP uses short hill strides to help athletes develop speed. Get the science behind this innovative approach to raising the ceiling on VO2max.
You Are Born for Coaching
The backstory of SWAP Running attests to the value of curiosity, naivety, and a good dose of grit. David and Megan Roche channeled their love for the sport into a coaching business with a reputation for winning.
Are You Ready to Step Up to Coaching Pros?
Supporting performance at the highest level will cost you time and money. Coach Joe Friel shares a balanced approach to the high-stakes game of working with pro athletes.
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.
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 […]
12 // Coaching Female Athletes
Learn how to help female athletes reach their potential with the latest knowledge from a stellar cast of experts and coaches.
Coaching the Athlete in Front of You
Lauren Vallee talks about how important it is to take into account an athlete’s background to truly do your best work as a coach.
How to Coach Mom-Athletes with Empathy and Understanding
Being a mom and an athlete can require world-class juggling and coping skills. As a coach, how can you best support and empower these athletes? We find out from Coach Alison Freeman (who’s also a Mom-Athlete).
A Male Coach’s Guide to Understanding the Unique Needs of Female Athletes
It can be difficult for male coaches to know their role in helping female athletes navigate performance in context of the menstrual cycle and hormones. Coach Bevan McKinnon shares his experience and learning on this topic and some helpful tools.
Coaching Resilience, Every Cycle
Lauren Vallee brings a unique perspective to an athlete’s menstrual cycle, viewing it as an opportunity for coach and athlete to build resilience every single month.
Changing the Conversation from Weight Loss to Performance
The misconception that “lighter is better” has undermined endurance athletes of all genders, but a shocking number of female athletes have been emotionally and physiologically destroyed by weigh-ins and negative body talk. Coaches can learn how to best navigate conversations on this topic with these simple guidelines.
Separating Fact from Fiction for Female Athletes—with Dr. Stacy Sims
When it comes to coaching female athletes there’s an abundance of myths and misconceptions. Physiologist Stacy Sims sets the record straight.
How to Get Better Year After Year As an Ultra-Endurance Athlete
If you’re looking to tackle some ultra-endurance events it’s important to take a longer-term approach to your training that extends beyond a single season. We explain how and why.
Bobby McGee’s 3 Tips for Improving Run Form
He’s coached Olympic and world champions—and in this video he gives his key tips that athletes of all abilities can follow to improve their running.
The Stephen & Siren Seiler Series: Learning the Art of Coaching
Siren Seiler talks about the lessons she’s learned from life as an athlete that she’s transferring to her role as a coach.