Consummate Athlete Podcast

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter interviews Tim Plunkett from SpeedRiver Bicycles in Guelph , Ontario about: Strategies for reducing saddle numbness or discomfort best practices in choosing saddles New tech in saddles and shoes The increase in numbness that riders are dealing with Indoor Riding has increase the need for bikefit  Youth are riding indoors more    💬  Have a...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:  Road rides for mountain bikers - why going steady might boost your MTB performance How to increase your average speed on gravel rides   💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here     This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Molly Hurford interviews Dr. Scott Frey, who returns to the show for a 2nd time! This interview discusses:  Mental Toughness Is Molly tough?  Goal Setting for the new year and specifically to build toughness 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here     This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for yo...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Molly interviews Sports Pyschologist Dr. Erin Aylala who returns to the show for her second episode! In this conversation they discuss: What Mental Toughness is  Can you build mental toughness Goal Setting tips for the new year and new cycling season  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought t...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly discuss 4 listener questions submitted via the Question Form!  How to know if your saddle is Worn Out?  Any Tips to Avoid Sickness during flu season?  When to donate blood?  Swapping Weekend Rides if don't have enough time one day?  ave a question for a Future Episode?  Submit it in the podcast question form!   This Episode is Bro...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast ,  Molly Hurford interviews Stevie Lyn Smith about their new book, Power Up , and they discuss several nutrition topics including:  Holiday Nutrition strategies  Cold weather fueling  Unexpected Red-S signs and symptoms Intentional Off-Season Weight Loss and Weight Gain  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here     This...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Molly talks to All Bodies on Bikes Co-Founder Marley Blonsky.  In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly sat down with All Bodies on Bikes co-founder Marley Blonsky in Bentonville around Big Sugar to explore how cycling can become truly inclusive for riders of all sizes. They discuss building body-size-inclusive communities, making...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Making Strength Harder with Limited Weights What is Zone 2 Heart Rate Trail Scanning to improve cornering and getting over obstacles  and Black Friday favorites  + our 2025 Gift Guide 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the P...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly discuss goal setting for 2026 including: Questions to help narrow down events and goals for the year Questions to help figure out what you want to do A few frameworks you can use for goal setting Common mistakes with goal setting 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Declining FTP when indoors or in off-season? Should it happen? how long? Picking weight plates for your gym setup to #liftHeavyShit  ( post on gym next steps) What Cadence should I use on a climb (and factors related) + RLC Climbing course 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymousl...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Whether to use hydration vest (packs) or bottles in a 3-4 hr race?  Whether max intervals like wingates are relevant for endurance racers & masters Does a power meter help with technical skills sessions, should you record them? 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   Thi...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Molly Hurford interviews Heather Jackson and they discuss:  Transition from Triathlon to Gravel and Ultra-running Balancing two sports at a high level How Heather races at a high level in her 40s  The importance of sleep for high performance  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By:...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Our recent trip to Bentonville and Bentonville Lift serviced year-round Bike Park The trouble with fueling with whole foods or 'healthy' foods Trouble with getting started running Trouble hitting the same numbers on the indoor trainer, setting indoor thresholds 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer 3 listener questions about: Getting anxious about doing interval workouts outside Stacking strength days on the same day as harder bikes (double days) Are we building strength or muscle mass or both?  Spinning too much ? How to know if cadence is too high.  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously her...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: HRV baseline and how to take action on resting heart rate and hrv Using feeling and muscle soreness as primary and HRV to support decisions  Considering fueling and training load when finding disruption  Seasonal undulations in HRV and 'life stress' with school, new sports etc.  💬  Have a question fo...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Why do fitness Testing for cycling or running Different ways to set zones and How to test How tests can provide goals and feedback about your training When you don't need to test 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payabl...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions about starting strength training this fall.  Why Strength is important for health and bike fitness how to avoid common issues with soreness  Why you shouldn't worry about putting on extra weight or 'bulk' from strength Simple exercises to get started and TRAINING PLANS to help you 💬  Have a question for...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly discuss:  Cyclocross clinics and setting up your practice Favorite gear for the fall and for starting running (e.g. what shoes to buy)  Why and what to consider to prepare for the running required for cyclocross How to start running this fall  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is B...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Discuss UTMB and Courtney Dauwalter and  Ludovic  Pommeret as great athletes!  Molly FKT attempt on Killarney La Cloche Trail  New Story about new Unsupported FKT on Bruce Trail (ontario)  Listener Question about training tired and taking 2 days off in a row  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode?...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer a listener questions about how to train after you recover from your big race and when you don't have an upcoming race to train for.  We discuss:  Returning to early base or 'general preparation' phases  Revisiting gaps and limiters so you can improve your performance in future events Goal setting process we use with the ath...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer a listener question about how long it takes to recover from a multi-day endurance event. Topics include: Factors that affect time till recovery after events Types of recovery to consider Risks of under-recovery  Variations in recovery with event type, duration and intensity  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: What a Saddle Sore is  Troubleshooting Saddle Sores Should you wear Underwear with bike shorts?  Choosing a bike seat.  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Final preparations for a 24-hour solo race Whether Heart Rate needs to get high (>85%MHR) during intervals Workarounds for using TrainingPeaks Basic Account How Much Group Riding is too much?  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Whether it is worth augmenting 'normal' cycling training (or using 'hacks' )  What specific training might mean  Fitting Strength into a busy summer or 'competitive season' of cycling 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the P...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly interview Dr. Scott Frey of Cerebral Perforformance The art and science of self-talk - how to talk to yourself and boost performance How cognitive load affects training and racing How to survive a peak  Decision Making and cognitive load 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought...