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The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

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Coach Adam Pulford delivers actionable training advice and answers your questions in short weekly episodes for time-crunched cyclists looking to improve their cycling performance. The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast (formerly The TrainRight Podcast) is brought to you by the team at CTS - the leading endurance coaching company since 2000. Coach Adam pulls from over a decade of coaching experience and the collective knowledge of over 50+ CTS Coaches to help you cut throught the noise of training information and implement proven training strategies that’ll take your performance to the next level.

Location:

United States

Description:

Coach Adam Pulford delivers actionable training advice and answers your questions in short weekly episodes for time-crunched cyclists looking to improve their cycling performance. The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast (formerly The TrainRight Podcast) is brought to you by the team at CTS - the leading endurance coaching company since 2000. Coach Adam pulls from over a decade of coaching experience and the collective knowledge of over 50+ CTS Coaches to help you cut throught the noise of training information and implement proven training strategies that’ll take your performance to the next level.

Twitter:

@trainright

Language:

English

Contact:

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Episodes
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Episode 194: Shorter Cranks and Narrower Bars for Optimal Cycling Performance?

5/1/2024
Topics Covered In This Episode: Guest: Renee Eastman is a CTS Premier Level Coach and has been coaching with the company for more than 20 years. She has been a professional bike fitter for 15 years and was one of the first fitters to use the Retül bike fit system. She has a master's degree in exercise science, has worked for USA Cycling, and is a 6-time Masters National Champion. Show Links: https://trainright.com/coaches/renee-eastman/https://www.instagram.com/renee.eastman/?hl=enASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:34:05

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Episode 193: How to Choose The Right Cycling Workouts at the Right Times

4/24/2024
Questions/Topics Covered In This Episode: RESOURCES - An Introduction to the New iLevels in WKO4 | TrainingPeaks - How to determine workout targets using WKO iLevels - Episode 168 - Zone 2: Testing to personalize your Zone 2 and improve base training - Episode 169 - Sugar Burner vs. Fat Burner Cyclists in Lab Testing, Training, and Competition - Episode 46: Periodization, Training Modalities with Tim Cusick - Episode 8: Deciphering Training Methodologies with Tim Cusick ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:19:14

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Episode 192: Do Time-Crunched Cyclists Benefit From Super High Carbohydrate Intakes?

4/17/2024
The pros are eating 120 grams of carbohydrate per hour in some races and hard training sessions. Should you consume that much? Would you perform better if you did? In Episode 192 of The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast, Outside Magazine's Sweat Science columnist Alex Hutchinson joins Host Adam Pulford to discuss the latest trend toward super-high carbohydrate intakes during exercise. Topics in this Episode: Resources: Youtube video of this episode @sweatsciencehttps://sweatscience.com/ Alex’s Article on Outside Assessing exogenous carbohydrate intake needed to optimize human endurance performance across sex: insights from modeling runners pursuing a sub-2-h marathon Increased exogenous but unaltered endogenous carbohydrate oxidation with combined fructose-maltodextrin ingested at 120 g h−1 versus 90 g h−1 at different ratios Guest: Alex Hutchinson, PhD Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. His most recent book is the New York Times bestseller Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. Before becoming a journalist, he completed a PhD in physics at the University of Cambridge and worked as a researcher in the National Security Agency’s Quantum Computing group. He also competed for the Canadian national team in track, cross-country, road, and mountain running. He lives (and runs) in Toronto. ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:30:01

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Episode 191: 5 Keys to Long Term Success in Endurance Training, with Alex Hutchinson, PhD

4/10/2024
In Episode 191 of The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast, Outside Magazine's Sweatscience columnist Alex Hutchinson joins Host Adam Pulford to discuss the keys to long term success as an athlete. In particular, they draw on skills acquisition research from Mark Williams of the Institute of Human and Machine Cognition in Florida and Nicola Hodges of the University of British Columbia. 5 Keys to Long Term Success in Endurance Training: Resources: Youtube video of this episode @sweatsciencehttps://sweatscience.com/ How to Train for Long-Term Success Guest: Alex Hutchinson, PhD Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. His most recent book is the New York Times bestseller Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. Before becoming a journalist, he completed a PhD in physics at the University of Cambridge and worked as a researcher in the National Security Agency’s Quantum Computing group. He also competed for the Canadian national team in track, cross-country, road, and mountain running. He lives (and runs) in Toronto. ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:34:00

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Episode 190: Is Your FTP Maxed Out? And Does Bike Weight Factor Into Power-to-Weight Ratio?

4/3/2024
Questions/Topics Covered In This Episode: RESOURCES - Total System Weight Calculator: https://www.broleur.com/hill-climb-calculator/ - Trainright Membership: https://trainright.com/membership/ - Episode 48 with Dr. Stephen Seiler: https://youtu.be/KfvRy_b1z2k - Episode 164 on Extensive and Intensive interval training: https://youtu.be/S-95GTC52mA ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:27:56

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Episode 189: Is Your Training Plan Crap? Defining High-Quality Training with Alex Hutchinson, PhD

3/27/2024
In Episode 189 of The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast, Outside Magazine's Sweatscience columnist Alex Hutchinson joins Host Adam Pulford to discuss the details that separate crappy training from high-quality training. Whether you're balancing your passion for cycling with a demanding schedule or aiming to refine your training routine, this conversation offers invaluable insights into achieving peak performance. Key topics in this episode: Resources: Youtube video of this episode @sweatsciencehttps://sweatscience.com/ What Makes Training High-Quality—or Not? Training Quality—What Is It and How Can We Improve It?Guest: Alex Hutchinson, PhD Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. His most recent book is the New York Times bestseller Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. Before becoming a journalist, he completed a PhD in physics at the University of Cambridge and worked as a researcher in the National Security Agency’s Quantum Computing group. He also competed for the Canadian national team in track, cross-country, road, and mountain running. He lives (and runs) in Toronto. ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:35:11

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Episode 188: Strength Training After Surgery - How to make gains without getting hurt.

3/20/2024
Questions/Topics Covered In This Episode: 00:45 - How can I strength train my legs with less stress on my hips, post surgery? 03:20 - Isometric holds (wall sits) for leg strength 04:52 - Lunge complex for mobility and strength 09:32 - Coming back from surgery, my cardiovascular system is good, but my leg strength needs work. How do I get both back on track? 11:33 - Sample workout for increasing strength training ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:18:08

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Episode 187: Unlocking the Power of Anaerobic Capacity with Coach John Croom

3/13/2024
8-Time US National Champion and CTS Coach John Croom is the anaerobic king. His power numbers and FRC (functional reserve capacity) were phenomenal at the height of his career. In this episode of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast", he reveals the techniques and workouts he uses to help athletes unlock the power of anaerobic capacity for race-winning performance. And anaerobic capacity is not just for racers... AC is the power all cyclists rely on for sharp accelerations in a group ride, to charge up a hill, or sprint against your buddies. ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: John Croom John Croom started his athletic career as a 305-pound football player turned wrestler before finding track cycling. Even at 200-215 pounds, he was frequently told he was too large to be competitive as a cyclist, but he persevered and won 8 USA Cycling National Championships on the velodrome! Shortly after realizing he would not qualify for Team USA for the 2024 Olympics, he seized an opportunity to join the American Magic professional sailing team as they prepare to compete for the 37th America's Cup. John continues to work as a CTS Coach. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:54:08

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Episode 186: From Champion Cyclist to America's Cup Sailor - John Croom's Inspirational Athletic Odyssey

3/6/2024
Episode 186 features a fascinating conversation with CTS Coach John Croom, who defied norms to make the leap from a team sport heavyweight to a professional track cyclist and now an America's Cup sailor with the American Magic team. This episode chronicles Croom's physical transformation and mental fortitude, providing a goldmine of motivation and insight for heavier cyclists looking to leverage their size rather feel ostracized or disadvantaged because of it. Topics in this episode: ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: John Croom John Croom started his athletic career as a 305-pound football player turned wrestler before finding track cycling. Even at 200-215 pounds, he was frequently told he was too large to be competitive as a cyclist, but he persevered and won 8 USA Cycling National Championships on the velodrome! Shortly after realizing he would not qualify for Team USA for the 2024 Olympics, he seized an opportunity to join the American Magic professional sailing team as they prepare to compete for the 37th America's Cup. John continues to work as a CTS Coach. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:58:15

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Episode 185: Time-Crunched Cyclist Q&A - How Often Should Cyclists Redo Bike Fits?

2/28/2024
Episode 185 of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast" is a quick one, at just about 11 minutes, but it's packed with great, practical information about checking and confirming your bike fit. Questions in this episode: ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:11:06

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Episode 184: Best Workouts to Improve Pedal Stroke

2/21/2024
Topics in This Episode: Resources: Youtube video of this episodeYoutube video of episode 183 Articles: Everything to Know About Pedaling to Maximize Your Cycling PowerWhy and When to Use Low-Cadence Intervals in Cycling Training Cycling Cadence: How Fast Should You Pedal for Ideal PerformanceResearch: Influence of duty cycle on the time course of muscle fatigue and the onset of neuromuscular compensation during exhaustive dynamic isolated limb exerciseOptimal cadence selection during cycling : review article | International SportMed JournalASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Charlie Livermore Charlie Livermore first worked in Pro Cycling in 1989 with the Wheaties-Schwinn Cycling Team. Then he worked with Chris Carmichael at USA Cycling before spending three years with the Coors Lite Cycling Team, and finally seven years at the helm of the Volvo/Cannondale Pro MTB Team. In 2004, Charlie founded and operated a cycling performance center in Northern California. In 2006 he co-founded Continuum Sports, the management company of the BMC Pro Cycling Team. He joined CTS as a coach in 2011. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:47:46

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Episode 183: The Science Behind a Great Pedal Stroke, with Coach Charlie Livermore

2/14/2024
Key topics in this episode: Resources: Youtube video of this episode Articles: Everything to Know About Pedaling to Maximize Your Cycling PowerWhy and When to Use Low-Cadence Intervals in Cycling Training Cycling Cadence: How Fast Should You Pedal for Ideal PerformanceResearch: Influence of duty cycle on the time course of muscle fatigue and the onset of neuromuscular compensation during exhaustive dynamic isolated limb exerciseOptimal cadence selection during cycling : review article | International SportMed JournalASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Charlie Livermore Charlie Livermore first worked in Pro Cycling in 1989 with the Wheaties-Schwinn Cycling Team. Then he worked with Chris Carmichael at USA Cycling before spending three years with the Coors Lite Cycling Team, and finally seven years at the helm of the Volvo/Cannondale Pro MTB Team. In 2004, Charlie founded and operated a cycling performance center in Northern California. In 2006 he co-founded Continuum Sports, the management company of the BMC Pro Cycling Team. He joined CTS as a coach in 2011. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:51:14

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Episode 182: Designing a Velocity-Based Strength Training Plan, with Coach Kellie Moylan

2/7/2024
Key topics in this episode: Resources: Kellie Moylan: Coach Profile: Kellie Moylan - CTS Cycling CoachArticles for Further Research::Researched Applications of Velocity Based Strength TrainingVelocity-Based Training: From Theory to ApplicationVBT Manipulation & PrescriptionMoreGreat Resources:https://www.youtube.com/@TheMovementSystemStrength vs Hypertrophy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfW86aNuR1QCatylyst Athletics Library: https://www.catalystathletics.com/exercises/ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Kelly Moylan Kellie Moylan is a performance coach who works with athletes throughout the world. She has been coaching endurance sports and strength training for over 20 years. Kellie works one on one with athletes in her own gym with the use of Olympic style weightlifting or portions of the lifts depending on the goals and needs of each athlete. Certifications: Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:35:48

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Episode 181: Boosting Endurance Training with Velocity-Based Strength Training

1/31/2024
Key topics in this episode: Resources: Kellie Moylan: Coach Profile: Kellie Moylan - CTS Cycling CoachArticles for Further Research::Researched Applications of Velocity Based Strength TrainingVelocity-Based Training: From Theory to ApplicationVBT Manipulation & PrescriptionMoreGreat Resources:https://www.youtube.com/@TheMovementSystemRate Coding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJLkrdozT6QRate of Force Development: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZlVoH8MWk0 Strength vs Hypertrophy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfW86aNuR1QASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Kelly Moylan Kellie Moylan is a performance coach who works with athletes throughout the world. She has been coaching endurance sports and strength training for over 20 years. Kellie works one on one with athletes in her own gym with the use of Olympic style weightlifting or portions of the lifts depending on the goals and needs of each athlete. Certifications: Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:31:12

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Episode 180: Time-Crunched Cyclist Q&A - Running for cyclists? Anaerobic intervals year round?

1/24/2024
Questions in this episode: ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:12:58

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Episode 179: Myths and Facts on Breathing Techniques and Training Devices for Cyclists

1/17/2024
In Episode 179, CTS Coach Adam Pulford and Ryan Kohler from Fast Talk Labs dissect the art and science of breathing techniques for cyclists. They discuss ways athletes should be aware of their breathing patterns, how and when to manipulate them, and the pros and cons of breath training techniques and devices for cyclists. Key topics in this episode: Links: Ryan Kohler's WebsiteImpact of Breathing Intervention... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8397177/Red Bull Breathing Techniques: https://www.redbull.com/ie-en/breathing-techniques-for-sportASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Ryan Kohler, M.S. Ryan is a career endurance coach with over 20 years experience working with student-athletes and adults in the fields of health/fitness and sports performance. He specializes in science-based approaches to exercise, with a focus on finding the improvements that can make the biggest impact on your lifestyle. Education: Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:40:28

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EP178: How A High VO2 max Helps You Live Longer And Go Faster

1/10/2024
Prepare to turbocharge your cycling performance and vitality as we team up with physiologist Ryan Kohler to unravel the secrets of VO2 max. Discover how pushing your limits can not only advance your endurance on the bike but also fortify your health for a long and vigorous life. Host Adam Pulford and Ryan Kohler also discuss how to design and execute VO2 max intervals in your training, and how Junior (U19) cyclists should approach high intensity interval training. Key topics in this episode: Links: Ryan Kohler's Website Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast Episode 70 Research: Survival of the fittest: VO2max, a key predictor of longevity? ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest: Ryan Kohler, M.S. Ryan is a career endurance coach with over 20 years experience working with student-athletes and adults in the fields of health/fitness and sports performance. He specializes in science-based approaches to exercise, with a focus on finding the improvements that can make the biggest impact on your lifestyle. Education: Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:39:14

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Episode 177: Why It's Good to Start Training Without Specific Goals

1/3/2024
Discover the liberating truth that you can boost your cycling fitness without being shackled by specific goals. For all you goal enthusiasts, fear not. Your goals are worthy of your dedication. But if you don't have big goals right now, embrace the perspective that progress isn't solely powered by ticking off checkboxes. You can and should get started on your training journey - whether for the first time or for your next season - even if you don't have a whole plan worked out. Key topics in this episode: Links: Deep Work by Cal Newport ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:13:27

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Episode 176: Absurd Cycling Feats: Riding, Nutrition, and Recovery Secrets from Coach Jason Siegle

12/26/2023
Hold onto your handlebars! We're veering off the beaten path with CTS Coach Jason Siegle to explore absurd cycling challenges. He's days away from completing a 120-day challenge to ride a mile for every 100 Instagram followers. He's here to share the highs and lows of his journey, what he's learned, and how absurd challenges can be helpful to other cyclists. Key topics in this episode: Links: Jason's Instagram ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest Jason Siegle has quietly become one of the top cycling coaches at CTS and in the cycling coaching profession. As an athlete he was a professional mountain bike racer and road racer. He has been a CTS Coach for more than 10 years, working with a diverse set of athletes that range from beginners to professionals. One of Jason's higher profile athletes is Olympian and NBA Hall of Fame inductee, Reggie Miller. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:35:15

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Episode 175: The Training Season Starts Soon. Are You Ready to Go?

12/20/2023
Learn the art and science of training readiness with Coach Adam Pulford and special guest, CTS Coach Jim Rutberg. Ever wonder if your wearable is telling you the full story about your readiness to train? This episode offers insights into readiness scores, tools like TrainingPeaks and WKO, and your own subjective assessments to truly understand if and when you're ready for substantial training. Key topics in this episode: Links: Article: 5 Ways to Gauge Your Training Readiness Youtube: Video with visuals described in this episode ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST Guest Jim Rutberg has been an athlete, coach, and content creator in the outdoor sports, endurance coaching, and event industries for more than 20 years. He is the Media Director and a coach for CTS and co-author of several training and sports nutrition books, including Training Essentials for Ultrarunning with Jason Koop, Ride Inside with Joe Friel, and The Time-Crunched Cyclist with Chris Carmichael. He writes for trainright.com and his work has appeared in Bicycling, Outside, Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Velonews, Inside Triathlon, and on numerous websites. A graduate of Wake Forest University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology, Jim resides in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with his two sons, Oliver and Elliot. He can be reached at @rutty_rides on Instagram. Host Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform GET FREE TRAINING CONTENT Join our weekly newsletter CONNECT WITH CTS Website: trainright.com Instagram: @cts_trainright Twitter: @trainright Facebook: @CTSAthlete

Duration:00:34:08