Cycling Over Sixty

Send Me a Text Message In this episode, Tom kicks things off by disclosing more about his recent struggles with diabetes management, and how it's been keeping him away from the bike. He delves into his ongoing journey to understand the factors that trigger glucose spikes and his determined efforts to reverse insulin resistance. Despite the hurdles, Tom shares some positive progress he's...

Send Me a Text Message In this engaging episode your host Tom Butler provides a candid update on his personal journey, chronicling the challenges and triumphs of using data from his Continuous Glucose Monitor to enhance his glucose management. Tom's relatable and honest account sheds light on the struggles many face in their pursuit of better health Following this update, Tom engages in a tho...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler is gearing up for an exciting new challenge in Season Two. Join Tom as he delves into the obstacles he faces as he bikes his way to improved health, guided by data from his Continuous Glucose Monitor. Tom opens up about his newfound perspective on his own health, inspired by this data-driven journey and the specific steps it has illuminated for improvement. T...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of the "Cycling Over Sixty Podcast," the spotlight is on host Tom Butler as he reaches the culmination of a ten-week journey intended to make a transformation. Tom reflects on the challenges he encountered on his quest to drop his weight to 200 pounds, gearing up for the exciting Season 2 challenge. Tom also unveils a promising new data source that&...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of the "Cycling Over Sixty" podcast, listeners join host Tom Butler as he delves into what seems like a major challenge faced by cyclists of all ages. This week, Tom welcomes a guest from the great Northeast to talk about cycling in the fall colors. Christina Erickson is the Executive Director of Local Motion, a dynamic organization based in Burling...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler takes you on a ride through his cycling adventures. Tune in as Tom shares audio snippets from his recent Kitsap Color Classic, a challenging 54-mile ride that pushed him to new heights of climbing. It's an event that tested his limits and left him with awesome memories. But that's not all! Join Tom in celebrating a meaningful milestone – one year si...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler provides listeners with an update on his 10-week program which now showcases his latest collaboration with a new coach. And tune in as Tom shares his initial impressions of his brand-new road bike, a pivotal component of his strategy to achieve faster cycling speeds. For this listener inspired episode, Tom is joined by the Cycling Over Sixty podcast exercise...

Send Me a Text Message Tom's journey towards improved cycling performance continues under the expert guidance of his new coach, Lisa Ballou. In this episode, we pick up where Tom and Lisa left off last episode. Tom starts by addressing Lisa's recommendation of upgrading his bike. He shares his perspective and offers a breakdown of the factors that influenced his decision-making process w...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler is gearing up for the next part of his ten-week journey to shed 20 pounds to start off the second season of the podcast. As he reflects on the ups and downs of his journey so far, Tom reports on a significant change that will contribute to long term success for his focus on maintaining a healthy body weight.  Joining Tom in this episode is Lisa Ballou, a dyna...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode, host Tom Butler takes you on a ride through his ongoing quest to shed 20 pounds before his cycling challenge for Season Two kicks off. Join Tom as he candidly shares his thoughts on another challenging week on his weight loss journey, offering a glimpse into the highs and lows of his determined pursuit of fitness. As Tom navigates the winding road of his per...

Send Me a Text Message Join host Tom Butler on the podcast as he reports on his bicycle centered journey to shed 20 pounds with a 10-week program in preparation for this season's cycling challenge. As he navigates the ups and downs of his fitness program, Tom candidly shares his struggles and triumphs, offering inspiration to anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. The episode...

Send Me a Text Message Join your host Tom Butler as he candidly shares his latest update on his 10-week program aimed at shedding those extra pounds before embarking on the challenges of season two. Tom's report might not be what he had hoped for, but his honesty and determination shine through as he navigates the ups and downs of his fitness journey. However, this episode takes a unique turn...

Send Me a Text Message Season 2 continues as we delve into Tom's journey to prepare for his next cycling challenge. As Tom ramps up a 10-week program aimed at shedding extra pounds to reduce what amounts to pedaling around an additional 20 pounds, he candidly shares the ups and downs of his progress. While his commitment to the meal aspect of the plan shines, the cycling component proves to b...

Send Me a Text Message  Welcome to the Season Two premiere of "Cycling Over Sixty," where new fitness challenges await! In this episode, listeners join host, Tom Butler, as he explores his goal for the new season: achieving significant weight loss, a pursuit that eluded him during Season One. Tom candidly reflects on the challenges he faced, drawing lessons from his initial cycling endea...

Send Me a Text Message Welcome to the season one finale of "Cycling Over 60"! This week’s episode is all about the incredible power of family support in achieving fitness goals. With a background in Marriage and Family therapy, Tom explores how crucial it is to have our loved ones cheering us on as we pedal towards our goals! In this special episode, we'll delve into how the encoura...

Send Me a Text Message Welcome to "Cycling Over Sixty," the podcast that celebrates the adventurous spirit and tenacity of cyclists who are thriving in their sixties and beyond. In this episode, join our host, Tom, as he takes you on an audio journey from the long-awaited Seattle to Portland (STP) ride, a two day 206-mile cycling pilgrimage. But this episode isn't just about Tom&apo...

Send Me a Text Message In this episode of Cycling over 60, your host Tom Butler pivots from building up his fitness to the final training as he stands at the precipice of his first-ever Cascade Bicycle Club Seattle to Portland (STP) ride - a 206-mile biking event. Tom explores his thoughts and anticipation, as all preparations appear to be in order - the hours of training, planning, and the undeni...

Send Me a Text Message On this episode of the "Cycling Over Sixty" podcast, Tom dives into his puzzling experience with performance following a short rest. Could less rest be more beneficial? He shares his concerns about his latest training regimen. Jesse, one of Tom's STP riding partners, called with some unfortunate news. An unexpected injury could disrupt his riding plans, throwi...

Send Me a Text Message Host Tom Butler shares audio from a rigorous 100-mile bike ride, a critical test before the formidable 206-mile Seattle to Portland (STP) ride looming just around the corner. Together with Jesse, a new cyclist also gearing up for the STP, they document the challenge of his first century ride. Next, Tom engages in a discussion with Garren, the podcast's official engineer...

Send Me a Text Message Tom discusses his remaining training time before the 206-mile Seattle to Portland ride. With 23 day left, he needs to figure out how to maximize his training and ensure that he is fully recovered before his much anticipated day one launch. Paul Tolmé, the Content Strategy & Media Relations Manager for Cascade Bicycle Club, joins the podcast to share a wealth of informati...

Send Me a Text Message Join Tom in this episode as he reports on his four-day challenge to ride 200 miles in preparation for the two-day 206-mile Seattle to Portland ride happening just one month. Through his daily reports, he delves into topics such as food and hydration, knee pain, and how to manage intensity levels. Tom reveals the results of a body composition analysis, which includes the comm...

Send Me a Text Message Join us as we delve into some details of the Cascade Bicycle Club STP. We explore everything from check-in at the University of Washington parking lot to the finish line in Portland, and everything in between. In this information-packed episode, we present a conversation with David Billetdeaux, an STP ambassador and a veteran participant. With Tom's sights set on the up...

Send Me a Text Message In this highly valuable episode of our podcast, we kick off with an uplifting personal update from our host, Tom, as he shares his ongoing journey towards gaining strength and overcoming physical limitations. This testament to determination sets the perfect tone for what's to follow. Ever wondered if a professional bike fitting is worth the cost, or how to optimize your...

Send Me a Text Message This episode marks the final stage of host Tom Butler’s training for the 206-mile STP ride in less than two months. Tom discusses the significant training overhaul that he believes could help maximize his performance. Tom is also thrilled to welcome special guest Mihai Suvagau, a personal trainer who brings a fresh perspective on flexibility. After receiving rave endorsement...

Send Me a Text Message Your host, Tom Butler, dives into his training regimen as he prepares for his goal of completing the Seattle to Portland (STP) ride. With less than two months left on the countdown, the pressure is mounting, and he is focusing intently to meet this challenge. Tom shares his recent commitment to undertake a particularly demanding ride, one he feels will address a significant...