Andrew Conover

The Uphill Goat - A High Performance Podcast

Science EN ↓ 149 episodes

We all strive to excel in what we do. Whether it's in sports, art, or business, the elements of high performance often overlap. In this podcast, you'll hear conversations with high performers, mainly in endurance sports. You'll discover their strategies for success, so you can learn to perform at your best. Subscribe to blog posts or sign up for coaching at uphillgoat.com If you're interested in having a conversation reach out on Instagram @a.j.conover

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Andrew Conover

Episodes

123. Crusher in the Tushar 10.07.2023 14:57

The full picture of my race. A little piece of humble pie, and ready to get ready for the next races.

122. Want to be faster at DH as an XC racer? 27.06.2023 8:27

Several techniques for getting faster at riding downhill.

121. Carter Anderson: Racing Unbound. 16.06.2023 1:09:18

We talk about: - unbound nutrition - pacing - what it was like to be at the front - Carters goals and upcoming races - training going into unbound - what recovery has been like - advice for anyone wanting to be fast.

120. "We do recovery runs every day" with Timo Mostert, American Fork Cross Country Coach. 13.06.2023 53:34

Timo has led the AF Cavemen to win 10 state titles since 2009, two second place finishes at nationals, and several other top 10 finishes. He is one of the smartest coaches out there after over 40 years of racing, and coaching. We dive into: - the best way to get the best bang for your buck in training. - Visualization - negative splits - racing how you train - Strength and core work - recovery run...

119. How to Accelerate Performance 12.06.2023 15:37

Find out how I have my athletes track their performance when you take heart rate monitors and power meters out of the equation. Many athletes, including the developer of the system: Craig Manning, have found this to be fundamental for high performance.

118. Why should I ride in Zone 2? 05.06.2023 8:39

The value and importance of riding at Zone 2

Has Social Media Changed What it Means to be a Professional Athlete? Listen to Jules Goguely's thoughts: Professional Mountain Bike Racer and Skimo Racer. 02.06.2023 1:12:59

We talk through Jules story and how he came to be where he is, and his goals with skimo and mountain bike racing. We discuss what it means to be a professional cyclist/athlete, and what racing on a pro team in Asia was like. We discuss the risks/rewards of going for backcountry skiing FKT's and his hopes to make the first USA olympic Skimo team in 2026.

116. Is Marching Band a Sport? 31.05.2023 2:38

What do you think? What is your definition of Sport?

Cycling Cadence Drills: What they are and why they're important. 31.05.2023 5:08

Cadence drills are one of the most overlooked aspects of training. Pedaling efficiency is one of the three pillars of being fast while pedaling a bike, and cadence drills are fundamental to building good pedaling efficiency.

114. "Don't Get Too Serious" With Brayden Johnson 25.05.2023 28:33

A conversation with professional cyclist Brayden Johnson. He's a 2x US National Champion and is currently in Europe racing the World Cups. We talk about: - Fueling during training, and racing. - Goal setting - Race Plans - The importance of having fun. - What to do if you're feeling unmotivated.

113. Disappointment: Keep Moving Forward 20.05.2023 2:30

The Best Is Yet To Come.

112. Pre-ride 19.05.2023 8:45

Why you should go fast the day before a race.

111. It's Working 18.05.2023 2:28

Race #2 this year, and why I'm confident this season is going to shape out really well.

110. I Don't Have a Sports Psychologist, But.. 17.05.2023 4:38

Find what works for you.

109. But I Hate Changing! 17.05.2023 2:38

Why you should make things you don't like as easy as possible.

108. I've stopped eating during training 14.05.2023 2:27

Find out why fasted training is the way go go!