最佳Cycling Training播客 (2024)

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: The Size Principle 26:59

7d ago26:59

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Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dr. Phil Batterson and Dave Schell discuss the size principle in muscle fiber recruitment. They explain that the body recruits muscle fibers based on the force required, starting with slow-twitch type 1 fibers and gradually recruiting type 2a and type 2x fibers as the force output increases. They also dis…

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Science-based, practical fueling for your big training rides and races 1:05:21

12d ago1:05:21

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If you want to race well, you gotta pack in the carbs - before, during and after your big race. But exactly how does that work in real-world scenarios? And what exactly does the science say about it? On this podcast, we cover six subjects: -the science of carb loading and pre-ride nutrition -the practicality of that science -the science of how to f…

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Trick our AI Coaching? CoachCat answers FasCat Athlete submitted training questions 29:02

15d ago29:02

29:02

Hello, listeners! We have a very different podcast for you today. We've taken your great questions that we normally answer with Coaches in our popular Ask a FasCat episodes and run them through our AI-powered CoachCat to answer them. Further, the questions are asked by an AI version of FasCat Founder Frank Overton. The real Frank explains how this …

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You're doing it wrong!: The Gravel God's Guide to Gravel Racing. 57:08

15d ago57:08

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Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Gravel God, Matti Rowe, discuss the differences between road racing and gravel racing. They highlight the importance of pacing, drafting, and fueling in gravel races. They emphasize the need to assess one's goals and adjust strategies accordingly. They also discuss the challenges of technical sections and th…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Muscle Fiber Types 33:18

21d ago33:18

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Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss fiber types in muscles and their relationship to endurance training. They explain the different types of muscle fibers, including type 1 (slow twitch), type 2a (fast twitch with some aerobic capacity), and type 2x (fast twitch with non-aerobic capacity). They also discuss the histo…

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Your gravel training is wrong. Here's what you should be doing 1:01:18

26d ago1:01:18

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Gravel training is not the same as training for the road, and therefore you should pay attention to different power-based metrics. FTP is not as important nor is your peak 20-minute power. Nor your 5-minute power. So what should you be looking at and trying to improve? In this podcast, we give you the power-based metrics you should pay attention to…

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The Player Mindset and the Need for More Female Coaches with Olympic MTBer Lea Davison 1:00:56

28d ago1:00:56

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Summary Join Coach Dave Schell on the Training Babble podcast as he welcomes Olympic mountain biker Lea Davison. In this engaging episode, Lea shares her transition from downhill skiing to becoming a top mountain biker, discussing the evolution of training techniques from heart rate monitoring to power meters. She highlights the crucial role of men…

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Lactate Truthers, FTP, Zone 2 & ERG Mode: Myth Busting 52:08

1M ago52:08

52:08

Over the years, the internet has twisted the simple definition of FTP. We are here to bust those myths and set the record straight. Coach Jake and Frank also cover "Lactate Truthers", Zone 2 and finally our favorite the right and wrong usage of ERG mode. ERG mode is great but it can be harmful to your training so we discuss. -- The first month of t…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Periodization 30:53

1M ago30:53

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Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Phil discuss periodization in training. They explore different approaches to periodization, including linear, reverse, and block periodization. They also emphasize the importance of touching on all aspects of physiology throughout the year, while gradually increasing specificity as races approach…

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Achieve your best results with consistency. Here's how 1:08:22

1M ago1:08:22

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For years FasCat has touted 'FTFP' - or follow the f'ing plan! But we realize life often gets in the way of executing a detailed training plan to the T. And that's okay! On this podcast, we talk about how you can adapt to life's winding road, make changes in your training as things come up, but still stay the course to achieving your goals. FasCat …

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You're Training Too Hard!!! with Gravel God, Matti Rowe 48:08

1M ago48:08

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In this conversation, Dave and Matti discuss the effectiveness of training by max heart rate. Matti shares his experience with using max heart rate as a measure of training intensity and explains how it can help athletes avoid overtraining and improve their performance. They also discuss the challenges and pushback that athletes may have when trans…

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Will AI replace human coaches in endurance sports? 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Will AI replace human coaches in Endurance Sports? The short answer is YES. The long answer is No. No doubt, AI will 100% change how humans coach endurance athletes. Or at least the Coaches who adopt and embrace the technology. Gone are the days of a coach spending most of their time on training plan design, data analysis, custom workouts, scheduli…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Mastering VO2 Max for Peak Athletic Performance 27:49

2M ago27:49

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Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss VO2Max and its importance in endurance performance. They define VO2Max as the maximal rate of oxygen consumption during high-intensity exercise and explain its components, including cardiac output and arterial venous oxygen difference. They explore the limitations of VO…

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How to ace your first gravel race (of the season, or even ever!) 1:01:54

2M ago1:01:54

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Do you have your first gravel race coming up? Or perhaps you’ve already done a few in years past, but you’ve got your first gravel race of the season in your sights. Well, on this podcast, Coach Justin Bowes and Ben Delaney walk you through five main tips so you will show up ready to have your best race. Coach Justin explains how to: 1 get your bod…

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5 must-know cycling nutrition strategies 54:10

2M ago54:10

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If you're interested in going fast, then paying attention to what, when and how much you eat on the bike is of huge importance. And the science and practice of on-bike nutrition has rocketed ahead recently, with the huge amount of carbohydrate consumed in particular being a major change from just a few short years ago. On this podcast, Coach Christ…

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How I won The Mid South-The Lauren De Crescenzo interview 1:07:51

2M ago1:07:51

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Working with Coach Elliott Baring, FasCat athlete Lauren De Crescenzo won her third Mid South this past weekend in dominant fashion. On this podcast Lauren and Elliott talk about how she trained to win this major 100-mile gravel race, the strategy and tactics and gear she used, what you can learn from her methodology, and what’s next on the calenda…

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Your best race yet? Try a multi-day event 57:37

2M ago57:37

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You know what's better than a great day of racing? Multiple days of racing, all stacked together. Whether a traditional stage race, a multi-day training camp or a race with some additional riding bolted on, there are a few ways to indulge in a big block on the bike, and on this podcast Coaches Sierra Sims and Ricky Arnopol join Ben Delaney to talk …

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5 ways to race at your best 48:02

3M ago48:02

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‘Know thyself,’ Plato said. ‘And know thy course,’ Coach Allie says. With years of professional racing around the glove under her belt plus years of working with all levels of athletes, Coach Allie Legg knows what it takes to have a successful race. Here are her top 5 tips for having your best race. Know the course, make (and use!) a pre-race check…

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Understanding race variables and other top tips from Coach Maddy Ward 1:04:54

3M ago1:04:54

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Listen to your body, know the variables, don’t treat travel as rest, go with the flow, don’t diet on the bike! Maddy Ward is a UCLA grad, a former pro with Tibco and InstaFund, and a new FasCat Coach who on this episode delivers her Top 5 Training & Racing Tips. To start training for your best year yet, get on the FasCat App, which includes unlimit…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: W'(prime), Functional Reserve Capacity, and Vlamax 29:56

3M ago29:56

29:56

In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Shell is joined by exercise physiologist Dr. Phil Batterson for an in-depth discussion about key physiological concepts and their relevance to endurance training. Dave and Phil dive into topics including: W'(prime), also known as functional reserve capacity VLamax, the maximal rate of lactat…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Training Principles 29:41

3M ago29:41

29:41

Unlock The Secrets to Coaching Peak Athletic Performance All coaches want to push their athletes to sustain higher levels of performance. But building a training plan that fuels consistent growth AND prevents burnout or injury is an intricate dance. Join Dave Schell and Phil Batterson as they break down the essential pillars for optimizing an athle…

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New CoachCat AI technology delivers instant, interactive workout analysis & guidance 50:18

3M ago50:18

50:18

Getting better and faster on the bike just got a whole lot better and a whole lot faster. We are proud to announce CoachCat, an AI technology driven tool inside the FasCat App that delivers interactive workout analysis and guidance immediately upon upload of your workout. Based on decades of our coaching experience and the cutting edge of both spor…

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Maximizing Endurance Training: Volume vs. Intensity, Tech Insights, and AI's Future in Coaching with Jason Koop 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

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Unlock the full potential of your endurance training with Jason Koop, the renowned head coach of CTS Ultra Running, as we examine the pivotal role of training volume and debunk common misconceptions in athletic preparation. Grappling with a packed schedule? Koop serves up expert strategies for squeezing every drop of progress from your limited trai…

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How to test and build cycling durability 55:30

3M ago55:30

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One of the new hot topics in training is a concept dubbed ‘durability.’ It’s being talked about by WorldTour coaches and being written about in cycling media. But what is durability really? Is it a new concept? Is it a metric? And most importantly, how do you train durability and test for it so that you can improve as a cyclist? On this podcast, Co…

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5 Ways To Be A Better Cyclist: Justin Bowes 56:23

4M ago56:23

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Be your best. It’s a simple concept, and hard to achieve. So here, we’re going to keep it simple and straightforward, with five easy-to-remember mantras that will help you be your best in tangible ways. Leading you in this is our new FasCat Coach Justin Bowes, an experienced coaching veteran across various disciplines. -- Have you been enjoying the…

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3 Ways to Maximize Your Zwift Training & Racing 58:37

4M ago58:37

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Following a prescribed training plan is the most effective way to improve as a cyclist, and yet… riding and racing in Zwift can be super fun. Can you do both? Yes, yes you can. Here to help us on our digital and IRL training journey is Coach Jake Rytlewski, our in-house Zwift master and father of five - because you know those two things are related…

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The Many Short Coming and Pitfalls of AI 28:55

4M ago28:55

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Peeling back the curtain on AI's allure, we're taking you on a trek through its limitations. Joined by Cooper Bott, we recount tales from our forays into AI-generated podcasting - a venture that sometimes had us chuckling at the language model's poetic flubs and unwavering (if misplaced) confidence. We'll arm you with a healthy dose of skepticism, …

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Best Cycling Habits Under 10 Minutes 1:01:38

4M ago1:01:38

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It’s January and many of us are in the thick of new year’s resolutions that may or may not last. Here to help us become better cyclists - with 10 easy-to-form habits that can last and only take 10 minutes or less - is Coach Sierra Sims. Coach Sierra holds a Master's Degree in exercise physiology, and she did graduate work on the physiology of maste…

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Unlocking Your True Cycling Potential: Is ERG Mode Holding You Back? 3:18

4M ago3:18

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Are you truly tapping into your potential on the bike, or has ERG mode taken the wheel? Unshackle your training on the latest Training Babble as I, Dave Bott, share my unfiltered opinion on why ERG mode could be stifling your ride. Throughout this episode, we scrutinize the allure of consistent power output and expose the potential pitfalls of lett…

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Rack Up Training Load with the OTS Workout: Sweet Spot Series 5 of 8 55:00

4M ago55:00

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Sweet Spot training is great for a number of things, and today we’re talking about how it’s highly effective for racking up Training Load - a key metric for any cyclist’s training plan. Training Load is the forest view of your fitness, a weighted 42-day rolling average of your recent workouts. The higher the load, the more potential fitness you hav…

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The 3 Steps to Achieving Your Cycling Goals 1:09:11

5M ago1:09:11

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Goals are great to have, but a specific plan to reach your goals is where the rubber meets the road - or trail. In this podcast Coach Elliott Baring walks you through the three steps to achieve your cycling goals: determine your goals determine the demands of your goals build the training timeline to reach your goals As a precursor, the nine talent…

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Conquering High Altitude: Mastering the Leadville 100 with Science, Strategy, and Mental Grit with the Dave and Ryan Bots 12:09

5M ago12:09

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As we gear up for an exhilarating journey into the thin air of the Leadville 100, Ryan Cooper from Best Bike Split and USA Cycling joins me, Dave Schell, to unveil the tactics that help athletes tackle this colossal mountain bike challenge. Ever wonder how high altitude affects your muscle power and endurance? This episode dives into the science of…

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How to Sweet Spot on the Group Ride (4 of 8 in the SST series) 56:40

5M ago56:40

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Group Rides and Sweet Spot - two things we love here at FasCat. This podcast puts the two together. If you’re new to the pod, welcome! And if you’re new to the concept of Sweet Spot, know that it’s a training zone and a training technique. As a zone, it's between 84% to 97% of your functional threshold power. At FasCat, we have Sweet Spot training …

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Revolutionizing Endurance Sports: The Rise of AI Coaching and Performance Optimization with Ryan Cooper 19:51

5M ago19:51

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Discover the revolutionary ways artificial intelligence is transforming the world of endurance sports with our special guest, Ryan Cooper, founder of Best Bike Split. Imagine having your own AI coach, crafting hyper-personalized training programs, nutrition plans, and race strategies just for you—whether you're a cyclist, triathlete, or runner. Thi…

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40 Hot Races in 2024: road, gravel, MTB, fondo and more! 1:06:22

5M ago1:06:22

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There are so many rad races available for us in 2024, and here, the FasCat Coaches walk you through 40 events that we're excited about. We’ve got recommendations for road events, gravel events, stages races, mountain bike events, gran fondo events, and more. While most of the races we suggest are in the United States (as this is our area of experti…

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Cyclists' 6 Bad Habits - and how to avoid them 53:28

5M ago53:28

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Riding too hard, too often. Bonking. Not having fun! As cyclists, we have some bad habits, and this podcast is about a few common ailments, and how to avoid them. Today we have Coach Ricky Arnopol joining us to talk about 6 Bad Habits he often sees in his coached athletes, his pro teammates on the UCI Continental Team Project Echelon, and cyclists …

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Sweet Spot Series 3 of 8: When TO and When NOT TO Sweet Spot 50:41

5M ago50:41

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To sweet spot or not to sweet spot - that is NOT the question! Of course you should sweet spot. Everybody does - whether they are doing so consciously or not. But WHEN to sweet spot, and WHEN NOT to sweet spot, THAT is the question. And that is the subject of today’s podcast. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire pod, or you get interrupte…

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Demystifying Thresholds with Dr. Phil Batterson 1:02:20

5M ago1:02:20

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Dave talks to Integrative Physiologist, Dr. Phil Batterson about which thresholds we can actually measure, why they matter, and how you can use them to get faster. Critical Oxygen Instagram由Dave

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Holiday Gear Guide: Clothing, Tech, Power Meters and More 1:08:16

6M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Training is more fun and effective when you’re comfortable and stoked on your gear. Sure, you could train like Rocky in cotton sweats in the freezing cold of a Philadelphia winter, or stare at the wall of a basement on a trainer like Graeme Obree, but for most of us, having good gear makes a world of difference, whether in clothing or digital measu…

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Sweet Spot Series 2 of 8: How much sweet spot should you do? 58:59

6M ago58:59

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What, when and how much - those are the three big questions of training. We dig into that question for our second podcast in an 8-pod series on Sweet Spot: How much Sweet Spot should you do? There is no one-size-fits-all answer, of course, and how much Sweet Spot you should do depends on: Your ability level The time of year The type and duration of…

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Sweet Spot Series 1 of 8: What the heck is Sweet Spot?! 1:01:14

6M ago1:01:14

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In the spirit of annual training and periodization, now that we have covered weight lifting, the next phase of your training is the base phase. And longtime loyal listeners know we love the sweet spot - the ultimate way to build your base. This is episode # 1 of an 8 part Series of Sweet Spot Podcasts coming up these next few weeks and months. Toda…

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A different kind of intervals - but one that's still backed by science 48:06

6M ago48:06

48:06

At FasCat we’re all about helping you get faster and have more fun, with training methods proven by science and our experience with thousands of athletes. One thing the scientific community has proven is that taking time to be grateful makes measurable, positive effects on your life. Going back 20 years to a study by Dr Robert Emmons, psychologists…

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Custom Training Plan Builder 55:18

7M ago55:18

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From the Flanders Sportive to the Leadville Trail 100 to Unbound Gravel to just being fit for the group ride, riders have a wide variety of cycling goals for 2024. But how do you get there? How do you time and stack up your various training plans and goals to arrive at your event primed and ready to go? That’s exactly what this podcast is all about…

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Want to ride 1,200km? FasCat Lisa Charlebois did 58:26

7M ago58:26

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1,200 kilometers, or 745 miles. That's a long distance for an unsupported event! But that's exactly what Lisa Charlesbois did this year at Paris-Brest-Paris, arguably the oldest bicycle race in the world. She finished in 78 hours and 27 minutes, sleeping 9 hours in total during that time. On this podcast, Lisa chats with her coach Allie Legg and ho…

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Coach Elliott's Top 5 Tips: More... carbs, self awareness, fun, flexibility & learning 1:01:34

7M ago1:01:34

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Coach and three-time U.S. MTB national champion Elliott Baring has raced all the main cycling disciplines and coaches his athletes in a wide variety of pursuits. On this podcast, he explains his Top 5 Training Tips that apply to athletes of all levels. More is not always better, but 'more' is a theme for his top tips. Take on more carbs in races an…

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Go fast, stay warm: Clothing tips with Castelli's Alvin Nordell 50:10

7M ago50:10

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Cycling clothing has come a long way in the last few years, both in terms of comfortable construction and our understanding of how it can speed us up or slow us down. On this podcast, Castelli team liaison Alvin Nordell joins Ben Delaney to talk about what the world's best athletes use now and when, and also what all of us cyclists can and should d…

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Ask a FasCat #26: maintaining strength as we age, balancing fitness gains with losing weight, and more 1:14:44

8M ago1:14:44

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You've got training questions; we've got answers! In fact, you had so many questions last week that we extended Ask A FasCat into a two-pod series. On this podcast, Director of Coaching Isaiah Newkirk fields an array of your questions on subjects like balancing fitness gains with losing weight, maintaining muscle and bone density as we age, resched…

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Ask a FasCat #25: lifting weights, losing weight, boosting FTP & the Boogeyman 1:36:38

8M ago1:36:38

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It's that time again: you ask training questions, and we answer. Since we had well over 100 good questions come in this time, we're breaking this episode of Ask a FasCat into two. On this podcast, FasCat Founder Frank Overton tackles questions on subjets like lifting weights, losing weight, boosting FTP & the Boogeyman. Yes, the Boogeyman. Which li…

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Alternative Weightlifting Options for Cyclists 1:00:14

8M ago1:00:14

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At FasCat, we're big believers in the big three for weightlifting for cyclists: the squat, the leg press, and the leg curl. (Done for a 10-week block during the off-season.) But there are plenty of other great exercises out there that can benefit you as a cyclist, too! In this podcast, we talk about the exercises we recommend throughout the year, p…

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Lift weights to get faster on the bike 1:01:54

8M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

The off-season is a great time to do a cycling-focused weightlifting regiment in order to be stronger and faster next year. Why should cyclists lift weights? How should cyclists lift weights? And how does strength gained in the gym translate to power on the bike? Frank Overton and Ben Delaney address all these issues and more in this podcast, which…

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