Episodes

  • 445: The Neuroscience of Willpower, with Dr. Scott Frey

    445: The Neuroscience of Willpower, with Dr. Scott Frey
    Oct 15 2026
    Despite popular belief, the ability to continue to push yourself is trainable—it isn’t simply a matter of grit. We discuss the science of willpower, its mechanisms, and how you can better cultivate this psychological superpower. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • 444: How to Optimize the Indoor Training and Racing Experience

    444: How to Optimize the Indoor Training and Racing Experience
    Oct 8 2026
    We discuss how to create an efficient indoor training environment that will enhance your experience with two veterans of virtual racing and riding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • 443: Why Are Grand Tour Winners Getting Younger?

    443: Why Are Grand Tour Winners Getting Younger?
    Oct 1 2026
    Grand Tour contenders are younger than they’ve been at almost any point in history. Are we just finally getting it right, or is this an anomaly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • 442: Potluck Discussion – How Specific is Too Specific, Benefits of Cyclocross, and the Point of Base Training

    442: Potluck Discussion – How Specific is Too Specific, Benefits of Cyclocross, and the Point of Base Training
    Sep 24 2026
    Our potluck discussion covers a wide range of topics, from whether it’s better to really focus on your weaknesses in training or build the best engine, the benefits of zone 2 intervals, what you could gain from dabbling in cyclocross, and the many methods and benefits for base training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • 441: The Latest Science on Double Threshold Training, with Siren and Dr. Stephen Seiler

    441: The Latest Science on Double Threshold Training, with Siren and Dr. Stephen Seiler
    Sep 17 2026
    First as an elite runner and now as a physiologist, Siren Seiler has been intrigued by “double threshold” training. Today we discuss the results of her master’s thesis: “Physiological and perceptual stress responses to repeated single‑ and double‑threshold interval training.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 440: New Science on Heart Remodeling in AFib, plus Strength and Speed Training Best Practices

    440: New Science on Heart Remodeling in AFib, plus Strength and Speed Training Best Practices
    Sep 10 2026
    First, we delve into a new study that points to several types of remodeling as potential causation of AFib. Then we look at elite Norwegian coaching practices around strength and speed training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • 439: The Importance of Small-Sided Racing with Team APS

    439: The Importance of Small-Sided Racing with Team APS
    Sep 3 2026
    Being a great racer is about more than just doing race-specific intervals. Freddie Rodriguez and Mike Norton join us to explain the concept of Total Cycling Race Dynamics and how it could be the most important thing you do to become a great racer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 438: Pursue Process, Not Perfection, with Jeff Troesch

    438: Pursue Process, Not Perfection, with Jeff Troesch
    Aug 27 2026
    Sports psychologist and author Jeff Troesch discusses his new mental skills guide, One Day Better, which helps athletes cultivate the method and discipline to improve every single day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins