REACH YOUR APEX

A quiet reset with big stakes—Ben Kanute rethinks training, life, and legacy with a new coach and a fresh start. What happens when an Olympian decides to start over? In this episode, Neal sits down with long-course triathlete Ben Kanute, who recently relocated to Boulder and joined Neal’s coaching program. Together, they talk about what it takes to shift gears mid-career, rework your training from...

In this episode of The Reach Your APEX Podcast , Neal Henderson sits down with one of his most accomplished and most personal athletes — Taylor Phinney. From junior world championships, Olympic near-misses, Tour de France breakaways, and career-defining victories — to the hard realities that come after stepping away from professional racing — Taylor opens up about his entire journey. Neal and Tayl...

If you’ve been listening from the start—thank you. This little podcast experiment with Neal Henderson started as a way to bottle up decades of coaching wisdom and turn it into something useful for anyone chasing a better version of themselves. But we’re stepping it up now. More guests. More real talk. More episodes that go beyond watts and whoop scores. This week, we’ve got Leah Van der Linden—pro...

Long gravel races test more than just your endurance—they challenge your training methods, bike handling, strength, fueling, and mental toughness. In this episode, coaches Neal Henderson and Jeff Hubler unpack their experiences and insights on training smarter, not harder, for long gravel events like Unbound and Trans Cordillera. Key takeaways include: Why longer training rides aren’t always bette...

Rest isn’t weakness—it’s where the real gains happen. In this episode of Reach Your APEX, coach Neal Henderson is joined by endurance athlete and coach Andrea Deak for a deep dive into why recovery is the most underrated performance tool in the game. They break down: The difference between rest, recovery, and overtraining How to spot the signs of burnout and emotional fatigue Why elite athletes pl...

What makes a gravel race start smooth—or turn instantly chaotic? In this episode of Reach Your APEX, Neal Henderson is joined by APEX Coaching’s Leah Van Der Linden, a former D1 soccer player, ski cross national champ, Ironman finisher, and now pro gravel racer. Together, they break down the start line dynamics that define success or disaster on course. From mass starts at Unbound to rolling timed...

Event Week Planning: Your Blueprint for Race Day Success You’ve logged countless training hours, dialed in your nutrition, and sacrificed to get to this moment. But without careful preparation, race week itself can derail everything you've worked for. In this insightful episode of Reach Your Apex , expert coaches Neal Henderson and Zach offer a detailed, no-nonsense breakdown on mastering the cruc...

The Hidden Wins: Maximizing Race Day Performance Without Changing Fitness In this episode, Neal Henderson is joined by elite cyclist Andrea Deák to dismantle the myth that fitness alone determines race outcomes. Drawing on decades of coaching experience and elite-level racing, they explore the true differentiators—technique, strategy, equipment, fueling, group dynamics, and mental mastery. Whether...

In this episode of The Reach Your APEX Podcast, Neal Henderson sits down with Jeff Hoobler—expert strength, movement, and mechanics coach—to discuss why strength training is crucial for endurance athletes. They explore why proper technique and consistent, intentional strength training aren't just beneficial for performance, but essential for long-term health, injury prevention, and overall resilie...

Welcome to Reach Your Apex—the podcast where champions are made and limits get left in the dust! In this episode, Neal Henderson (world-renowned cycling coach and human performance guru) teams up with elite cyclist and coach Zack Gregg to dive headfirst into the fascinating, often misunderstood world of physiological testing. Ever wondered why some riders can just push harder, longer, and smarter?...

Join world-renowned coach Neal Henderson on The Reach Your APEX Podcast , where cutting-edge sports science meets real-world training insights. Get expert coaching strategies, performance optimization tips, and elite athlete perspectives—all designed to help you train smarter and reach your peak. Listen now on estranyoleft.com .