The Podium

As the seasons change and a busy year winds down, it's more important than ever to revisit the basics. Over the next several episodes, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris will explore three crucial foundations: Sleep and Recovery, Nutrition and Fueling, and Training and Activity.  This series is a long-term resource that will provide comprehensive understanding, actionable takeaways, and pra...

After retiring from pro cycling in 2017, Andrew Talansky moved into the realm of triathlons, attacking Ironman events with the same tenacity that marked his cycling career. Now, Andrew's athletic background informs his coaching style with Talansky Performance Group. In this conversation with host Dr. Kevin Sprouse, Andrew shares his experience racing in the iconic Tour de France, representing...

World Tour, Grand Tours, and the Tour Divide - cyclist Alex Howes has done it all. He joins host Dr. Kevin Sprouse to break down his professional cycling career around the world, and his most recent adventure at the Tour Divide.  Most recently, he completed the Tour Divide bikepacking race, spanning from Canada to Mexico in 19 days, 14 hours, 46 minutes. Hear what he learned riding 2692.9 Miles ov...

The final stage of the 2023 Tour de France came to a climactic end and Kevin and Patrick are back with the latest updates. Join them as they delve into the physical toll and strain on riders, recovery metrics, sleep patterns, and the overall impact of the grueling race on athletes' health. Plus, they dedicate time to answer listener questions. Hear from guests: Matt Rabin, Head of Physical Th...

As the Tour de France enters its second rest day, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris reflect on last week’s injuries and the impact of extreme heat. From the challenges of maintaining a proper diet on the road to the intense focus on aerodynamics during the time trial, there's no shortage of factors that can make or break a cyclist's performance. Plus, hear how athletes can support the...

As the Tour de France reaches its midway point, the first rest day provides a much-needed break for the riders to recover and prepare for the next stretch of grueling stages. Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down the first 9 stages, major injuries to riders, massages, nutrition, and recovery. Hear from EF Education-Easy Post team members: James Shaw, Pro Cyclist Nate Wilson , Performance...

What does it take to get riders ready for Tour de France? Dr. Kevin Sprouse takes us inside pre-tour camp at 8,000 meters. Learn the altitude considerations, nutritional and fitness requirements, and strategy testing that goes into getting riders ready for those first crucial days of the race. Hear from EF Education-Easy Post team members:  - Jonathan Vaughters (JV) - CEO - Nate Wilson, Performanc...

It's Tour de France season, and for the first time in a decade, our host Dr. Kevin Sprouse is not on location - instead, he's dropping exclusive insights throughout the month of July right here on the Podium Podcast. Kicking off on July 1 with a conversation about all the work that goes into preparing for a 3-week race, we’ll follow up with a new episode on each rest day, as well as a fi...

Want to take your athletic performance to the next level? Choosing the right coach can be a game changer. In this episode, host Patrick Morris dives into insider insights and expert tips on selecting the ideal coaching path. Joined by The Podium Podcast producer Anthony Palmer, Patrick covers everything you need to know about coaches - including the different types, the pros and cons of all-in-one...

Injury is an inevitable aspect of any athlete's journey. But how does reaction impact recovery? In this episode of the Podium Podcast, hosts Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse discuss essential skills, mindsets, and approaches to handling setbacks and reframing injuries. Dr. Kevin Sprouse also highlights how he often sees athletes come back stronger after an injury or time away; he says the...

This week, we're shifting gears and hitting the trails with Christsonthy Drellos, mountain biker, coach, and founder of Blue Sky MTB. Christsonthy's mountain biking journey took off in 2014 on Vermont's super technical terrain and she was hooked. Now, she shares her passion and expertise through training courses and lessons both at home and in Knoxville. In this episode, Patrick Mor...

Whether cycling, traveling, or camping, unexpected injuries and health snags could come your way. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down the medical kit essentials for any adventure. Kevin shares what he travels with, whether alone, with his team, or venturing internationally - from trauma sheers to ketones - and recommends his favorite med kits. Patrick and Kevin break d...

Get ready to sweat it out on the Podium. Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris dive into the hot topic of heat training in endurance sports, discussing everything from training in it and adapting to it, to cooling off effectively. Once athletes consider individual health conditions prior to heat training, it is possible to build capacity in the heat within your training cycle. Dr. Sprouse and Patri...

There are dozens of tests available to help us better understand our own personal health and performance. With simple blood work, we can learn about everything from food sensitivity to biological age.  In this episode, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down what exactly each test is for, and how you can determine what’s right for you. Plus, how can we decipher the data to inform nutrition...

Acclaimed WorldTour cycling nutritionist behind historic Olympic gold medals and multiple Grand Tour wins, and the author of the best-selling The Plant-Based Cyclist, Nigel Mitchell is paving the way for plant-based nutrition in world class sports.  He leverages his clinical background to create nutrition strategies that give athletes an edge in performance. In this episode, Nigel sits down with D...

With performance data readily available at every turn, coach and professional cyclist Carson Beckett focuses on getting back to basics through daily counseling and building a relationship with metrics. After years of racing around the globe, Carson now works as a professional coach in Brevard, North Carolina and supports Dirt Camp Racing as a coach and pro rider. This week on the show, Carson and...

Aside from the technical aspects of performance data, the creative, human element has made Robby Ketchell the “secret weapon” on teams like Garmin-Sharp Pro Cycling, and Team Sky, who he supported through three Tour de France titles. From engineering technologies like the BAT box and Platypus, to playing a critical role in creating the formation for the INEOS 1:59 Performance Team, Robby has worke...

For performance nutritionist and coach Jackson Long , nutrition is about more than counting carbs and calories; fueling allows us to “find the flow” and have fun.  Years of experience in cycling, skiing, and trail running led Jackson to create In The Flow, a coaching company that helps endurance athletes mindfully optimize training and nutrition. He’s also the host of In The Flow podcast exploring...

Happy New Year! Many of us are setting goals and reevaluating personal routines as we move into 2023. So what better way to start than with a conversation about creating a framework for achieving fitness and health with our friend Adam Kerley. Adam is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and certified strength and conditioning specialist who has worked with collegiate and professional athletes...

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This week on The Podium,   Dr. Brian Zuleger joined Patrick for a conversation about mental performance and training. Dr. Zuleger is a Certified Mental Performance Coach at Arete Performance and an Applied Sport Psychology Professor at Adams State University. As you will hear in the episode, Dr. Zuleger is also one of Patrick's professors for his Master's program.   In this episode,  Pat...

This week on The Podium, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick are joined by 3 x PGA Tour winner and long-time Podium patient Scott Stallings. In this episode, Dr. Sprouse , Scott , and Patrick discuss the following: -Scott's travel schedule and travel routine -why golf is more of an endurance sport than many think -Scott's athletic history and some thoughts on kids specializing in sports too early -w...

This week on The Podium, Dr. Sprouse is joined by Colby Pearce. Colby is a former professional & Olympic cyclist (2004), a bike fitter, and is self-proclaimed as “the world’s biggest bike dork” after spending most of his life in cycling. In this episode, Dr. Sprouse and Colby discuss: -how his time racing on the track and in the TT influenced his career in bike fitting -why balancing our movem...

This week on the Podium , Patrick sits down with Caroline Burkholder, MS, RD, LD for a conversation about intuitive eating. Caroline is the owner of Rooted Nutrition & Counseling and is a  registered dietitian nutritionist who provides non-diet nutrition counseling to individuals who struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating, and fueling for sport.  In this episode, Patrick and Carolin...

It is Dr. Sprouse's turn in the hot seat this week on the pod! In this episode, Patrick interviews Kevin for a special "get to know Dr. Sprouse" episode. In this episode Patrick and Dr. Sprouse discuss: -Kevin's time in sports growing up -his journey through school and exploration of interests -why he chose a career in medicine -how he got started working in professional cyclin...