Consummate Athlete Podcast

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: What are different names for rest weeks? (deload, Down etc)  Why take rest weeks and days What to do for tests and rides in a rest week  rest weeks vs. post-race week recovery vs. off-season 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Tr...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly interview Selene Yeager of Feisty Menopause and the ' Hit Play Not Pause ' podcast.    Topics include:  Updates on reasearch and best practices for Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) updates and misconceptions  Ways a coach can serve those experiencing menopause symptoms  Training adjustments for menopause Mindset and Ide...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Western States Running Race take-a-ways  How to prepare for a stage race 1-week out (joking but not ?)  Preparing for low rpm / high effort of long steep climbs on European cycling trip Balancing summer fun vs. training 💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episod...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: MTB Workouts - how to train on mtb if its rainy or not have access to trail?  How to get better at climbing Why isn't your actual TSS matching prescribed TSS?  Tips to keep cycling and running cost reasonable?  What to do in workouts when not prescribed exactly (e.g. warmup and between interval) 💬  H...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter interviews Alex Larson R.D. about fueling big endurance challenges like gravel races and Gran Fondos. Be sure to check out Alex's new podcast 'Endurance Eats'.    How and R.D. can help with your fueling for endurance sports Common fueling errors for gravel cyclists  The challenge of weight loss and training - can you do both?  Creatine, Bak...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Molly's Run training leading to her win at Sulphur springs 100-miler run How to train and thrive while working shift work  How to warmup and common mistakes    Ask Your Question for a Future Episode!   Submit it anonymously here     This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Lauren Adams a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and experienced marathoner with T1D talk to Molly about:    Hydration  Training and Racing in Hot Conditions  Considerations for athletes with type 1 diabetes  💬  Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here   This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payab...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter interviews Molly about her win at the Sulphur Springs Trail race in 2025. The episode includes discussions about:  What is the Sulphur Springs Trail Race  + event highlights How the Race was Won: Sulphur Springs 100 Miler 2025 (17:22 win time) Using a Hydration pack in running races Crewing & Pacing Tips Feed / aid station strategies for sh...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions about making stops during training rides and a question about whether it is possible to train off-road for cycling (rather than on the indoor trainer):  We discuss what training is and concepts like specificity  We discuss the importance of the environment and determinants of race day performance stopping...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter talks with Dan Cleather who returns for the second time on the podcast. Dan is a Professor of Strength and Conditioning at St Mary's University and has coached World and Olympic champions in athletics, rowing, canoeing and rugby.    Today we cover:  What strength could/should look like for endurance athletes Common mistakes and reasons endu...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast , Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Best strategies for those final big 'race simualtion workouts' before big endurance races. When to do these final workouts that we call 'GAMEPLAY' workouts. What they might look like ideally and how to interpret the results whether the test ride goes great or leaves room for improvement .  How to bett...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we speak with Registered Dietician Kristen Zeismer about fueling mistakes, differences between adult and youth nutrition and how to avoid (huge) afternoon cravings after big rides and more !    💬 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, proje...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly Hurford and Peter Glassford discuss 4 listener questions including Hardtail vs. Dual-Suspension, Packs vs. Vests Vs. Bottles Vs. Hip Packs, and then using Structured workouts outside (Spring transition for cycling) and finally, how to know if you are cross-training too much! (#CrosstrainingIsNotACrime)    Submit a question for a future episo...

Molly and Peter discuss what they saw, what they liked and what they didn't like at the Sea Otter 2025. The conversation includes the first round of the Lifetime Series and trends in bikes, gear and racing.    This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $2...

For this week's episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly talks to Bike Fitter Tim Plunkett of Speed River Bicycle in Guelph, Ontario about bike fitting.  This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $200 of square App Fees!   Payableapps.com/ATHLETE...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly discuss 3 questions around the spring transition to outdoor cycling training and challenges that adult cyclists face as the weather gets better, but remains inconsistent. How to add Group rides, races and avoid burnout!  This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees fo...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly and Peter discuss a few listener questions. Firstly a question about when, why and how to ride 3 hours (or more) on the trainer. We also discuss logging TSS for strength (and why you might not want to) and why/where/how to do testing to assess your fitness.  This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHL...

This episode is a preview of Molly's new podcast with Dr. Sasha Gollish called 'Strong Girl Talk Podcast'. In this preview episode Molly and Sasha discuss the state of research that focuses on women in sport. Please subscribe and follow the new STRONG GIRL TALK PODCAST at this link. The podcast is released weekly.  Get subscribed via Substack so you don't miss a single show ! This Episode is Broug...

Noah Ramsay joins Peter and Molly to talk about the training and coaching that has gotten Noah to the pro-tour over the last 5 years and the whirlwind fall of 2024 that included winning ICEMAN Cometh and the Zwift Academy challenge.    This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who u...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we discuss Peter's first two early-season gravel races, HomeGrown Gravel and The Valley of Tears. We chat about preparation, challenges of early season races (e.g. weather!) and some take-a-ways on gravel equipment and fueling trends.   This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees fo...

In this talk for the women participating in The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's  The Ride to Conquer Cancer  and Northern Pass to Conquer Cancer , Molly covered: apparel and gear choice, saddle sores, chafing , pad vs. tampon, doing a bike check , training basics , nutrition 101 and event day checklists. Molly is joined by accomplished endurance athlete Karen Duff in this fun discussion of w...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly interviews running coach Jenny Quilty about doing race reviews, preparing for spring races and fueling for endurance athletes. Check it out to gain insights to put into action ahead of your running and biking races this spring.  This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees for...

In this episode Peter and Molly discuss whether you can train with a coach or follow a training plan simply to get fitter or to do great on a group ride or big adventure with friends. We discuss how different athletes pursue different goals that can look like FKTs, cycling tours, weekly races and more! This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pa...

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Erin Ayala of Skadi Sport Psychology about a range of topics including Self-Talk, Process>performance, race anxiety and what exactly is mental training. Don't miss it! This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can s...

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly and Peter discuss a listener question about prioritizing races using the A, B, C method. They break down what each category means and how it impacts training for masters cyclists and runners. Plus, they explore the often-overlooked factors of challenge, pressure, and inconvenience—ensuring you strike the right balance in your events between...