Fast Talk

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We dive into blood flow restriction, anti-aging supplements, post-activation potentiation, and the potential fringe training benefits you may never have even heard of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The modern coach often assumes their job is fundamentally self-sacrificing – the athlete always comes first. We talk about why changing that belief can make for a better coach.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro cyclist Ashleigh Moolman and former pro cyclist Adam Hansen discuss safety in professional and world tour bicycle racing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with one of the world’s top hydration experts about the evolution of hydration science and how it has changed our sports drinks over the decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our hosts address the challenges they have been thinking about as the season comes to an end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talked with Sonya Looney about how the positive psychology concepts of flow states, flourishing, and grit are essential for athletes to both perform their best and enjoy their sport.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are inundated with training data, opinions, and information. But that overwhelm makes it hard to get at what is actually true. Our hosts share their thoughts on cutting through the noise.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rising U.S. mountain biking star Gwendalyn Gibson explains what it takes mentally and physically to succeed at the UCI World Cup level.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with one of the top researchers in the world on ketone supplementation, Dr. Brendan Egan. We get into the types of supplements, their impact on our health, and possibly the least interesting question – do they help performance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with master mechanic Lennard Zinn about how to address the challenges of maintaining your bike with the many innovations of the past 10 years.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Dr. Seiler helps us understand the power of rest from a physiological perspective. Rest can help us become more disciplined and improve fitness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss Van Der Poel’s crashes, if one-hour normalized power is always a good estimate of FTP, and criticisms of the Worlds course in Scotland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with Dr. Andy Pruitt and Larry Meyer about how to make yourself as comfortable as possible on the bike and why that helps, not hurts, performance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom shares insights from his experience in developing and managing women’s professional endurance sports teams, talks about the ROI for sponsors, and provides advice for aspiring female cyclists.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dive into the extensive work of Dr. George Brooks, one of the preeminent exercise physiologists of our time. His work revolutionized our understanding of lactate and health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A naturopathic doctor and former executive editor, Griffin McMath brings her experience to the podcast and shares what she brings to Fast Talk Labs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Jamie Whitfield discusses the body's remarkable ability to regulate blood sugar, and the practical applications of continuous glucose monitors in high-performance disciplines.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss an eclectic group of odd, challenging, and humorous training topics in this week’s Potluck.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we unravel the captivating parallels between road racing and poker. Discover how a strong Peloton adds complexity to cycling, where strength alone won't ensure victory. Gravel riders Alex Howes and Kiel Reijnen, seasoned "poker players," share insights from competing in Grand Tours. Learn to master the game, play strong and weak hands, bluff effectively, and read opponents without...

Learn the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to sports to avoid burnout and injury from someone who conquered it themselves, pro cyclist Shayna Powless.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn from dermatologist Dr. Lela Lankerani and experts in the field as we explore the importance of skincare for endurance athletes. Discover tips to safeguard against sun damage and tackle skin issues like saddle sores, blisters, and road rash. Join us as we prioritize your body's largest organ and unlock your potential for speed and endurance. For show notes and additional information visit: ww...

Join us as we explore the power vs. aerodynamics debate. Specialized's Todd Carver and Retul's Jason Williams reveal the secrets to finding your speed. We consider comfort, speed, and event specifics across multiple cycling disciplines. The sacrifices may surprise you! Featuring expert guests Lennard Zinn, Jeff Winkler, Ryan Bolton, Robin Carpenter, influencer Ben Delaney. For show notes visit: ww...

Learn how pro cyclist Ashleigh Moolman Pasio manages to successfully balance being an entrepreneur and business owner while maintaining her cycling career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join host Rob Pickels and Coach Connor as they dive into the world of endurance performance on Fast Talk. In this episode, we venture into the exciting realm of bikepack racing, a rising trend in the cycling world. Our special guest, Chris Case, former Fast Talk host and owner of Alter Explorations, takes us on an exhilarating journey through his first bikepacking race—the Trans-Atlantic Way. Disc...