Best TrainingPeaks Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 142 - TrainingPeaks Special 1:19:17

6d ago1:19:17

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’ve got special guests Dirk Friel and Henry Lutz, from TrainingPeaks, to answer all of our burning questions about the platform we all know and love. As always, if you like what you hear please …

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Fixing Food Culture in Endurance Sports Beyond Carbs and Calories — CoachCast Season 7 Ep 6 44:33

14d ago44:33

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In this episode of the CoachCast, host Dirk Friel sits down with Kristen Arnold, a registered dietitian, elite cycling coach, and former pro racer, to unpack the complex relationship endurance athletes often have with food and body image. Drawing from her coaching and clinical experience, Kristen explores how disordered eating patterns can quietly …

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Episode 156: Mads Würtz Schmidt -- On a Gravel TEAR 1:12:15

7d ago1:12:15

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Mads Würtz Schmidt has national titles, world titles, and World Tour pro wins but going into 2025 he's taken his skillset to gravel off-road to gravel. He's already racking up wins taking two UCI wins, the prestigious Traka 200 title, and now he's here on North American soil to try his hand at Unbound. Mads and I met up two days shy of the boiling …

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Episode 141 - Genetic Potential, Racing on Rest Weeks, and Training for Long Races 34:54

13d ago34:54

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about genetic potential, racing on scheduled rest weeks, and training for long races. As always, if you like what you hear please share this with your friends and leave us a five sta…

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Episode 155: Emily Newsom -- Professional Cyclist 1:20:47

17d ago1:20:47

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Bike racers don't come much friendlier than Emily. They also don't come much more fierce, much more driven, they generally don't juggle as much, their palmares are usually shorter and they probably didn't have a first career as a professional pianist. But this professional athlete is all of those things which makes her an amazing podcast guest, whi…

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Episode 140 - Training Camps and the MidSouth Double 29:43

20d ago29:43

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about specifics for putting together your own training camp (or you can just sign up for the Ignition camp in Crested Butte which is now waitlist only) as well as training for the Mi…

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212: How Alexey Vermeulen Balances Race Results And Content Creation, What The Top Gravel Pro's Chat About, And His Wild Fueling Strategy 1:16:27

26d ago1:16:27

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If you loved this episode, please leave a 5 Star Rating and Review on Apple or Spotify! Alexey Vermeulen Follow Alexey on Instagram: ⁠@alexeyvermeulen Subscribe to Alexey And Avery on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexeyandavery The Cool Down - Alexey & Keegan Post Race https://www.youtube.com/@TheCooldownShow PAS Normal Studios Group Ride Frid…

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Season 7 Ep 5 — From Racing Pro Motocross to Running the Boston Marathon with Coach Alex Martin 43:42

27d ago43:42

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In this episode, Dirk Friel talks with Alex Martin, a former professional motocross and supercross racer who spent over 15 years competing at the highest level, earning podiums and top-five finishes. After retiring from racing as a pro, Alex leaned into his passion for training and performance, co-founding Troll Training. His coaching company blend…

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Episode 139 - Training Through Travel, Intro to Power Meters, and General vs Specific Training 53:15

27d ago53:15

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode the crew is talking about how to take your training on the road, intro to training with a power meter, and general vs specific training principles. As always, if you like what you hear please shar…

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Episode 154: Levi Leipheimer on the Future of American Bike Racing 1:05:22

1M ago1:05:22

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Fresh off hosting the 2nd annual Growler bike race and the 16th annual Levi's Gran Fondo, Levi sits down with Ted to talk about the state of cycling here in North America. The Growler has the crown of the highest purse of any one day race in the world... let that soak in for a second. Bigger than winning Paris-Roubaix or a Tour de France stage. $15…

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211: Full Range Of Motion Squats Vs. Partials, Sharting, Movement Variety, & How Levi’s Gran Fondo Changed The Rest Of My Year 1:09:22

1M ago1:09:22

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*Please leave a 5 Star Review on Apple and/or Spotify Start strength training today with a 7 day free trial! Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dialedhealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dialedhealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@dialedhealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode 138 - Big Race Prep, Power vs HR Limit, Recovery 47:47

1M ago47:47

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and unfortunately, I actually missed the recording last week but the crew touched on topics like how to prepare for big races and where to allocate resources, what metrics you should use as your limiting factor during endur…

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The Ultimate Supplement Stack for Cyclists and Triathletes 57:52

1M ago57:52

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It's easy to get overwhelmed with the number of options when it comes to supplements. Even when you have a clue what you're looking for you're faced with finding a supplement that is a high quality product. The supplementation industry lacks the standards that deliver a quality product in all cases. On this episode of FASTER we interview Jeff Byers…

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Dirk Friel - Co-Founder of TrainingPeaks 1:09:36

1M ago1:09:36

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Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Dirk Friel – Co-Founder of TrainingPeaks. We discussed the evolution of endurance coaching, the importance of individualized training, and the role of coaches in helping athletes achieve their goals. We also explored when amateur athletes should seek professional guidance, the significance of consistency and re…

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Matt Taylor - Co-Founder and CEO of Tracksmith 41:01

1M ago41:01

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Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Matt Taylor – Co-Founder and CEO of Tracksmith. After a successful career running track and cross country at Yale, Matt traveled the world producing running documentaries on a shoestring budget. He then founded Tracksmith in 2013, delivering top-notch running gear with a classic aesthetic. Our conversation cove…

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Episode 137 - Sweat Testing and Balancing Work Fatigue and Training 57:57

1M ago57:57

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about whether or not it’s worthwhile to perform sweat testing to help dial in your nutrition on the bike and ways to improve training effectiveness amidst demanding work and life wee…

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Episode 153: How To Ride Fast with Jan Heine 1:26:37

2M ago1:26:37

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Ted sits down with a return guest, Jan Heine of Rene Herse Cycles and Bicycle Quarterly, to discuss how to be fast in the modern age of cycling. "Get low and pedal faster", right? Well... there's a lot of truth to that, but there's a lot more nuance to it. Tire widths, frontal exposure, riding with aero this and that, this dynamic duo talks through…

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210: Answering 14 Training Questions - Cold Showers, Sciatic Nerve Pain, Minimum Effective Dose, And More! 1:10:41

2M ago1:10:41

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Friday 4/18 Shakeout Ride at 11am with Pas Normal Studios at ⁠Levi's Gran Fondo!⁠ *Please leave a 5 Star Review on Apple and/or Spotify Start strength training today with a 7 day free trial! Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dialedhealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dialedhealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@dialedhealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Mark Sisson - Founder of Peluva and Primal Kitchen 1:11:51

2M ago1:11:51

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On today's podcast, we're joined by Mark Sisson, founder of Primal Kitchen and the minimalist footwear brand, Peluva. Mark co-founded Peluva with his son Kyle in 2021, seeking to improve upon the limited minimalist footwear options available. By analyzing the successes and failures of past brands, they aimed to develop what they describe as "the mo…

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Respiratory Muscle Training for Faster Cycling and better VO2 Max 1:05:14

2M ago1:05:14

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The lungs you are born with do not change like a muscle when exercised. For this reason, many people believe there isn't much that can be done to improve breathing for performance. I was fascinated to find out that while you can't change the lungs you have you can change how you use the lungs you have. In this episode of FASTER we welcome back Dr. …

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Season 7 Ep 4 — Designing Optimal Training Load with Purple Patch's Matt Dixon 58:53

2M ago58:53

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Matt Dixon shares his clear and simple approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of purpose, consistency, and developing foundational habits over chasing the latest trends or technologies. Whether you're an ambitious amateur or a seasoned pro, this episode has valuable takeaways to optimize your training and life balance. Matt is the founder…

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Episode 136 - Nutrition on a Budget and IT Band Syndrome 40:31

2M ago40:31

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how you can curate your fueling on the bike to work within a budget and our takes on addressing IT band syndrome. Also, if you haven’t heard, this summer we are hosting a new t…

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209: Fat Loss Strategies For Cyclists With Advanced Sports Dietitian Dr. Gemma Sampson 1:16:57

2M ago1:16:57

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Connect with Gemma through her website: https://www.gemmasampson.com Follow Gemma on Instagram: @drgemmasampson Sea Otter Schedule Friday: 7Am: PAS Coffee Caravan Ride 10am: PAS Base Camp Sauna Session 12pm: Dialed Fam Meet & Greet At ENVE Booth 3pm: Garmin Giveaway Saturday: 7Am: PAS Coffee Caravan Ride 10am: Gravel Ride With Alexey & Willie 1pm: …

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Episode 135 - Time Crunched Ultra Training, From Sea Level to Altitude, and Should You Be Combining Intervals and Endurance Riding 50:42

2M ago50:42

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to train for long ultra events on a time budget, ways to prepare for altitude races when you live at sea level, and whether or not you should be mixing your interval rides …

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Episode 152: Quoc Pham — Designer, Entrepreneur 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

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Quoc Pham has the work ethic of a World Tour pro cyclist, the design savvy to walk a Parisian runway, and an upbringing that’s extremely unique in the cycling world as a refugee from Vietnam. He launched his eponymous shoe company, Quoc, back in 2009 which has seen many iterations from a dapper commuter, to a fashionable boot, then with the release…

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208: The President Of TrainingPeaks Lee Gerakos On AI Vs. Human Intelligence And The Evolution Of Structured Training 1:20:01

2M ago1:20:01

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TrainingPeaks.com Follow TrainingPeaks on Instagram: @trainingpeaks Coffee Caravan ride at 7am (Friday and Saturday) with ⁠⁠Pas Normal Studios⁠⁠ at Sea Otter! Meets at the Portola Hotel in Monterey and goes to the expo. Van will carry your gear. Coffee and Pastry awaits at the basecamp (expo). Check the schedule on Instagram here. Friday Shakeout r…

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Attracting Coaching Clients with Group Challenges 16:06

2M ago16:06

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Challenges are powerful, structured programs designed to engage and motivate participants while highlighting your coaching expertise. They serve as an effective entry point for potential clients, offering a taste of your coaching style and helping athletes prepare for specific goals or local events. In this episode, we discuss how to design impactf…

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Matching Breathing Rate to Cycling Cadence and a VO2Max Masterclass 56:58

2M ago56:58

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After a recent podcast with Jim Martin we discussed the idea of matching breathing rate to cycling cadence and how it creates more efficient cycling. In this episode of FASTER we talk with Dr. Andrew Sellars about breathing rate and cycling/running cadence. It's one of my favorite episodes in a long time and I highly recommend listening. Andrew's k…

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Episode 134 - Bouncing Back from Illness, Rest Days, and Durability Testing 49:21

2M ago49:21

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to get back into training after getting derailed by sickness, why rest days are important (or are they?), and durability testing. This week’s episode is also brought to you…

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207: Levi Leipheimer Discusses The Evolution Of American Road Cycling, His Fondo, And The Most Important Data In Training 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

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Hope to see you at Levi's Gran Fondo on April 19th! https://www.levisgranfondo.com Follow Levi on Instagram: @levileipheimer Check out my new bikes from ENVE on ⁠Instagram ⁠ or ⁠Strava⁠ ! Coffee Caravan ride at 7am (Friday and Saturday) with ⁠Pas Normal Studios⁠ at Sea Otter! Meets at the Portola Hotel in Monterey and goes to the expo. Van will car…

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Ryan Hurley - Founder of Lagoon Sleep 56:30

2M ago56:30

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Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Hurley — SMM’s Official Sleep Partner and founder of Lagoon Sleep. Ryan discusses his journey from being a D1 swimmer to starting Lagoon, a company focused on optimizing sleep for athletes through innovative pillow design. He shares insights on the importance of sleep, the science behind pillow materials, …

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Season 7 Ep 3 — Inside WorldTour Cycling Camps: The Training, Testing and Nutrition 37:00

2M ago37:00

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We're diving deep into the world of professional cycling camps as we hear first-hand from some of the leading coaches and nutritionists in pro cycling. Reporting from the picturesque coastal climbs of the Costa Blanca in Spain, our host, Dirk Friel, brings you insights from performance coaches like Lieselot Decroix and Mattia Michelusi, who reveal …

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Episode 133 - VO2max, Ineffective Training, and Reverse Periodization 35:13

2M ago35:13

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about maximizing VO2max potential, how to bounce back from ineffective training, and when it makes sense to try reverse periodization. As always, if you like what you hear please sha…

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Episode 151: Mega Midsouth FKT, Wildfires, and much more 1:03:02

2M ago1:03:02

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Chase Wark and I set out on a pretty wild adventure on Sunday March 26, separately but for the same purpose. Purposes, rather. We were both seeking an FKT on the Mega Midsouth and in a much bigger picture, we were seeking to raise funds for the United Way of Payne County. This podcast is in conjunction with The Stable Cyclist and covers a lot from …

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206: My Current Training Schedule (Ride, Strength, Mobility, Run), 20lb Weight Fluctuations, & Modifications Post Injury 49:05

3M ago49:05

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New Bike Partner Announcement is going live on Instagram and Strava today! Stay tuned for specific activations at Sea Otter and Levi's Gran Fondo with Pas Normal Studios Start strength training today with a 7 day free trial! Website: ⁠⁠https://dialedhealth.com/⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@dialedhealth⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@dialedhealth⁠⁠…

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Adaptive Training for Cyclists with JOIN 54:59

3M ago54:59

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Instead of picking a training methodology like threshold training or a polarized approach, what if you created a training that was adaptive? Wouldn't this be a better solution for you as an athlete in the long run? Today, on FASTER we are joined by Jim Van Der Berg who is the creator of JOIN Cycling, an ex-semi pro cyclist the the current coach of …

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RERUN: Episode 91 - L/R Power Imbalances, Goal Setting 101, and VO2max Training 36:18

3M ago36:18

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RERUN due to inability to record during the MidSouth last week. Enjoy this previously recorded episode from last season. Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking left/right power imbalances, the basics of goal setting, and g…

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Attracting Coaching Clients with Content Marketing 23:31

3M ago23:31

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Content Marketing for Coaches: Build Authority & Attract Clients Content marketing is one of the best ways for endurance coaches to establish authority, build trust, and attract new clients. In this episode, we explore how to create and share valuable content across blogs, videos, social media, and podcasts to connect with your audience and ultimat…

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Episode 132 - Bike Fit Follow-up, Breaking Up Monotony, and My Legs Hurt, What Gives? 57:35

3M ago57:35

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Episode 132 - Bike Fit Follow-up, Breaking Up Monotony, and My Legs Hurt, What Gives? Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about some follow up bike fitting discussion, how to structure training with little to work with…

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205: Jack "The Ultra Cyclist" On Climbing 1 Million Meters In A Year, Why He Strength Trains, And Mental Health 1:08:14

3M ago1:08:14

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Go to dialedhealth.com and start with a 7 day free trial. Use the Questionnaire for personal recommendation on the best suited program for you. Follow Jack Thompson Rising Up: An Everesting World Record Film Instagram: @jackultracyclist Dialed Health Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dialedhealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@dialedhealth⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ww…

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TrainingPeaks Virtual and Making Virtual Cycling More Realistic 33:03

3M ago33:03

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If you've ever ridden on a virtual cycling platform you may immediately notice that it's not representative of real-world cycling. When you come out of a corner on the road you have to add watts to the pedals to speed back up. Most virtual training platforms end up acting more like a spin class. George Gilbert set out to correct this process and fo…

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Episode 131 - Cram Training, 24 Hour Relays, and Lifting for Sprinters 48:46

3M ago48:46

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Episode 131 - Cram Training, 24 Hour Relays, and Lifting for Sprinters Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about ways to train when you’re limited on time before your key event, how to best prepare for 24 hours relay r…

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Attracting Coaching Clients With Social Proof 22:53

3M ago22:53

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All coaches know how powerful referrals from their existing customers are for attracting new clients. But most coaches leave it up to chance. The concept of one of your customers telling other people about you is related to the marketing term “Social Proof” Social proof is essential in building trust and credibility with potential clients by showca…

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Episode 130 - Indoor vs Outdoor Value, What to Add With Increased Volume, and Maximizing FTP Plateau 43:47

3M ago43:47

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about the value of indoor riding vs outdoor riding in the context of mountain biking, what you should add to your weekly training when increasing overall volume, and how to maximize …

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