Consummate Athlete Podcast

Q & A For Sept 2018 - We debate whether you need to run for cyclocross, what a structured workout for mountain biking (or off-road activities) looks like, tire-pressure and whether cycling commuting counts as training (and how to count it).    We talk about Peter's upcoming Online Course to get you Mounting and Dismounting your Cyclocross Bike - More info and get it => https://learn.ryanleech.com/...

Today we are joined by world class runner Kara Goucher - who has just written a book called, ' Strong: A Runner's Guide to Boosting Confidence and Becoming the Best Version of You'     Check out the book -> https://amzn.to/2obPlF1   If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it through www.wideanglepodium.com/donate .

Matt Fitzgerald joins us today to talk about applying polarized training, or the 80:20 concept of training, to triathlon. We also talk about nutrition and training concepts generally.    You may have missed Matt the first time he was on the podcast talking about his amazing book 'the endurance diet' ->find that episode here   Buy his latest book on AMazon - 80:20 Triathlon     If you enjoy the sho...

Renee Lockey and Claire Gieger tell us about doing BC Bike Race - a 7-day mountain bike stage race, as a team and also about World Bicycle Relief a charity helping get bikes to girls in Malawi to help them achieve their educational dreams, build self-esteem, break the cycle of poverty, and reduce HIV infections.     You can see more about the challenge and fundraiser here:  http://teamwbr.worldbic...

Today Molly is extra excited because Christopher Mcdougall is on the show! He is the author of Born to Run and Natural Born Heroes, two amazing books you need to read as a consummate athlete!  We talk about all things outdoors, community, sport, and writing.      If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it through www.wideanglepodium.com/donate ... there are bonus episodes and bonus goodi...

July 2018 Q & A    CX Dismount and Mount Course    Community in Sport - why we do it   Next episodes coming up    Athletic Bookworms - update and what book to read in August 2018     Q1 - How to Use Paleo Diet/Template with a Vegan or Paleo Diet    Q2 - What is Peter Eating / Paleo for Endurance Athletes    Q3 - How to race 2 days in a row - Mindset and pacing    Q4 - MTB / Road seasons ... how to...

Widely recognized for the biggest airs in skiing, Julian Carr has been featured in seven Warren Miller films, developing a reputation not only for big airs, but for all around skiing. He's received a 'Photo of the Year' award from Powder Magazine, won the prestigious Sickbird Award on the Freeskiing World Tour, and he holds two world records in cliff height. Julian serves as an ambassador for Prot...

Jeff Knight is a Lead Exercise Scientist for Under Armour; where he works to improve health and fitness through smarter exercise and technology. Previously he worked as a run coach for runners at every level (grade-school to professional athletes) but specialized in coaching adult, redactional runners.       If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it through www.wideanglepodium.com/donat...

Rock Climber and Guide Leslie Timms joins us today to talk about Rock Respect, her new initiative to help you climb outside for the first time and to continue climb with respect for the environment, access, others, and safety.  We also get an update on Leslie's climbing, adventures, business and cover a variety of other fun topics!    Follow Leslie on Instagram  Follow RockRespect on Instagram vis...

Kaitie Keough (nee Antonneau) joins us today to talk about winning the 200 mile Dirty Kanza, training for cyclocross, yoga, meditation, chickens and getting dogs (or not depending on whether you are Peter or Molly). We end the episode with some nitty-gritty on how Kaitie set up her Gravel bike for the epic adventure that is Dirty Kanza so make sure you listen right through!  Reach out to Kaitie on...

Today we share a few of our biggest athletic and health mistakes over the year. Guided by your questions and feedback we cover a few different areas.  Gear Nutrition Training Mental Training/Psychology and more!    If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it through www.wideanglepodium.com/donate ... there are bonus episodes and bonus goodies if you do, your donation helps fuel better aud...

Barb Gormley talks about being a personal/fitness trainer, health & fitness writer and urban poling instructor. As Urban Poling's Director of Education, she produces the company's educational fitness materials. Barb has written numerous magazine articles on the benefits of Urban Poling and also presents at conferences, tradeshows and health fairs across the province.   Find out more about Barb on...

Hanna Muegge talks about making the jump from German National Team & Division 1 collegiate basketball player, to Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst and Pro-level cyclist.    https://hannamuegge.com/   If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it through www.wideanglepodium.com/donate ... there are bonus episodes and bonus goodies if you do, your donation helps fuel better audio ge...

As we hinted last week we went and tried to walk (or 'speed hike') the  La Cloche Silhouette Trail in Killarney Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada. We finished the loop and talk about what we learned about walking for extended periods of time and about camping in the backcountry.   Check out Molly's Post about the trail and our experience on theoutdooredit.com       Check out Shred-Girls.com to le...

Eric Batty shares his camping experience on the show today. Eric has won the team 24 hours OCR Championships in Vegas, Set FKTs on many trails including the La Cloche Silhouette Trail in Killarney, raced mountain bike at an elite/pro level for many years and now works as an Arborist (he climbs up trees all day!)  Check out https://www.ericbatty.com/blog  and his business  https://www.brooklintreec...

Today is a Q & A based no Molly's Question posted on Instagram and Facebook about Race Nerves- Check out the instagram questions    Topics Covered:  The Whole Day: Warmup,s dressing, bike setup, DETAILS STRESS ME OUT SELF-TALK, how to warm up, how to be social at the race Start Line Nerves  FAMILY: How to deal with kids at the race, spouse racing too! The Night Before - sleep, preparing stuff, for...

Dr. Stacy Sims joins us today to share her experience in altitude, heat and the sex differences in sports training and nutrition. Stacy has worked with many organizations including Clif-Bar, USA Cycling, Standford University and her own company Osmo nutrition.    Follow Stacy Sims  Get ROAR - By Stacy Sims and Selene Yeager   ----------- Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book s...

John Badessa is a former world-champion BMX racer and Category 1 road cyclist from Rhode Island. He is the creator of CyclingJunk.com , an online cycling marketplace, and Fit2BeSick.com , a site dedicated to preventing athletes from overtraining.         Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book series by Molly Hurford and www.smartathlete.ca  for phone consults, coaching, trainin...

Mia Manganello talks speed skating, cycling, and the Olympics today. As always many pearls to take away from people who have found success in multi-sports and in high-level sport. Mia accomplished both and has a great story.   Check out Mia Manganello's Instagram   Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book series by Molly Hurford and www.smartathlete.ca  for phone consults, coachi...

Paul Calandrella joins us today to tell us all about Bike-Packing one of the hottest and growing disciplines in the bike industry. Molly just went on a big trip and has completely changed her view on bike packing ... find out why!    Check out REI for Bike Packing Gear    Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book series by Molly Hurford and www.smartathlete.ca  for phone consults,...

Sarah is a professional Under Armour ultra trail runner and a coach. Originally from Connecticut, and a recent graduate from Georgetown University, Sarah moved out west for the broad landscapes and the high mountain running. When she's not on the trails, you can find Sarah with a camera or a paintbrush in hand.   Check her out on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itssarahcotton/   Please check o...

 Today we field questions from you! Lots of cycling and endurance questions today.  Foam Rolling? Low Cadence? How to go from LONG to REALLY LONG RACES How to MTB when you can't MTB Should you do Early Races?    Need help with your cycling training? Book a Phone Consult, get a training plan or get coached by Smart Athlete! 

Cycling coach Frank Overton joins us to talk all things sweet spot, motor pacing and the importance of lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep for masters athletes.   You will learn about: sweet spot training, fatigue dependent training plan design, polarized training, race-specific training, MONK Mode, nutrition & lifestyle, using the  WHOOP  like a power meter for your Recovery, motorpacing a...

Michelle Hillier joins Molly and Peter today to talk about Dancing! Find out how dance fits into a Consummate Athlete Lifestyle and how to be more comfortable at your next Dance party!    Check out the show notes at www.consummateathlete.com  and more about Michelle at www.experiencegroove.com     Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book series by Molly Hurford and www.smartathle...

  Nicole Loher joins us to talk about triathlon, eating for health and performance, getting up early, fashion vs. fitness and how it all fits together in 'balance'.  Follow Nicole on Instagram      -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out Shred-Girls.com to learn about the upcoming book series by Molly Hurford and www.smartathlete.ca  for phone consults,...