Tom Butler

Cycling Over Sixty

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The Cycling Over Sixty Podcast is meant to provide information and inspiration for anyone wanting to get and stay fit later in life. Host Tom Butler uses his own journey toward fitness as an example of what is possible by committing to healthy lifestyle practices. After decades of inactivity and poor health choices, Tom took on a major cycling challenge at age 60. He successfully completed that challenge and seeing the impact on his health, he determined to never go back to his old way of living. Each week, Tom shares a brief update on the triumphs and challenges of his journey to live a h...

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A Cycling Metamorphosis 12.05.2023 43:05

Send Me a Text Message In this motivating episode, Tom provides an update on his ongoing battle with knee pain and discusses the encouraging treatment plan crafted by his Physical Therapist. He will need to focus on a crucial limitation. But the plan for his knee has improved his level of confidence. We're also excited to welcome Mike Baltierra, who shares his inspiring journey of cycling met...

Maybe Not Zone Training 05.05.2023 46:37

Send Me a Text Message In episode seven, Tom shares some good news and bad news from his week, including a significant threat to his dream of completing the Seattle to Portland bike ride. However, he doesn't let this hurdle dampen his spirits as he dives into an informative interview with Dr. Adrienne McNamara, a sports scientist and expert on all things fitness-related. Listen in as Dr. McNa...

Jesse's Challenge 27.04.2023 52:01

Send Me a Text Message In this episode, Tom sits down with his friend Jesse. Tom would like to have Jesse along on the upcoming challenge of riding the 206-mile Seattle to Portland bicycle ride. However, Jesse recently underwent knee surgery and is unsure if he'll be able to handle the ride. Tom and Jesse talk about the difficulties of recovering from surgery and the obstacles it can present...

Is My Bike Good Enough? 21.04.2023 36:55

Send Me a Text Message In Episode 5, Tom dives into one of the most discussed aspects of the STP route: "The Hill". As he trains to conquer this challenging part of the ride, Tom wonders if his bike is up to the task. To get the expert opinion he needs, Tom invites Adam Leopold, the service manager for Trek Tukwila, to the show to discuss whether his bike is truly good enough for the STP...

60 Miles on My 60th 13.04.2023 47:15

Send Me a Text Message In this personal and informative episode, join Tom and his special guest Garren Miler as they reminisce about their frigid 60-mile bike ride celebrating Tom's 60th birthday. The duo delves into the various elements that made this ride one of their all-time favorites, from the picturesque scenery and mouthwatering food stops to the fanciful possibility of encountering a...

Am I Too Slow? 06.04.2023 47:26

Send Me a Text Message In this episode, host Tom Butler shares his concern after receiving instructions from his doctor that have left him questioning his ability to finish his goal. "Am I Too Slow?" becomes Tom's question as he seeks advice and reassurance from Anton Rasmussen, an accomplished cyclist and sports coach who has completed the prestigious Seattle to Portland (STP) bicy...

How Old is Sixty? 31.03.2023 40:33

Send Me a Text Message In this informative episode, we explore the question "How Old is Sixty?" as Tom grapples with discouraging results from his recent training rides. He questions whether sixty is too old to pursue a serious cycling goal or if age isn't a limiting factor. To help answer these questions, Tom is joined by expert guest, Kimberly Knowlton, DrPH, MSPT, an authority in...

Where I'm Starting From 20.03.2023 21:03

Send Me a Text Message Welcome to the first episode of the Cycling Over Sixty podcast, where we celebrate the passion, resilience, and determination of cyclists above the age of sixty. In this introductory episode, your host, Tom, shares his personal journey and the motivation behind the podcast. From overcoming age-related barriers to celebrating the positive aspects of aging, this episode sets...