Jan 2018 Q & A - How to find a goal? Saddle Sores? Why do Endurance?
Release Date: 01/31/2018
Consummate Athlete Podcast
In this episode Molly and Peter discuss what a training plan or coaching might look like in the 'off-season', which is the periods of the year away from the competitive season. This phase is sometimes referred to as the transition or preparation phases and comes before the base or acccumulation phases. For athletes wanting to 'go to the next level' or improve their results this phase of the year might be the missing piece! We also discuss Session RPE (sRPE) versus RPE and how to use feeling in your workouts. This Episode is Brought to You By: The – Try it out for your...
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Today we discuss two listener questions about how to set goals if you are a cyclist who does not compete and another one around the concept of Heart Rate Decoupling. This Episode is Brought to You By: The – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs , available in the Training Peaks Store. This ready to go plans are available to start whenever you are and provide a valuable and proven workouts to guide you to your goal or event....
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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we answer listener questions about training during stressful periods and offer tips for masters cyclists on starting strength training and running this fall. This Episode is Brought to You By: The – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs , available in the Training Peaks Store. This ready to go plans are available to start whenever you are and provide a valuable and proven workouts to guide you to your...
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Rebecca Rusch joins Peter and Molly for her third appearance on the Consummate Athlete Podcast to discuss her personal experience with a severe brain injury and her extended recovery. This journey inspired her to learn more about concussions and share her insights in a four-part podcast series with the Feisty Media's Women's Performance Podcast, titled This Episode is Brought to You By: The – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs , available...
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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we tackle two important questions for masters cyclists about racing, category upgrades, and the evolution of athletic goals as we get older. Coach Peter Glassford and Author Molly Hurford dive into the nuances of choosing the right race category and balancing performance with life priorities. First, we answer a listener's dilemma: Should you race in a category where you can build confidence and work on race craft, or should you jump into a tougher and/or longer race category? We discuss how to weigh factors like race duration, speed, and...
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Join Peter and Molly as they dive into the appeal of taking on last-minute, end-of-season endurance adventures—whether it’s a big race, a challenging ride, or an epic endurance event. They share real-life examples from clients and explore how factors like sport, distance, and terrain, along with your current training, influence the risk of these spontaneous challenges. They also discuss the importance of understanding why you’re drawn to the challenge and offer strategies for tackling similar goals with less risk by planning for something 4-8 weeks down the road that still satisfies...
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Join Peter and Molly as they discuss training strategies for the fall season—the period after your major "A" races when you may not have a specific goal on the horizon. They explore how your current motivation, injury, illness and life can influence the training you do. The episode highlights how, despite appearances, time before your next objective is limited due to upcoming winter conditions and the busy family and work lives many masters endurance athletes lead. This Episode is brought to you by the – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! This...
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Peter and Molly discuss a common question in the late summer and early fall about recovering between intervals, races and weekly practices or practice cyclocross races. They look at the importance of planning the season, month and week to include recovery and also how masters athletes might adjust their week's further to optimize their training plan for their recovery needs. This Episode is brought to you by AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs This Episode is brought to you by , available in the Training Peaks Store. This...
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Molly Hurford recounts her experience at the Leaville 100 mile Run in 2024. We discuss actionable tips and strategies for preparing for ultra-endurance events, for events at altitude and specifically for Leadville events. Dealing with changing race goals, disapointment after an injury and whether to continue chasing goals after missing them. This Episode is brought to you by AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs This Episode is brought to you by , available in the Training Peaks Store. This ready to go plans are available to start...
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Join Peter and Molly as they tackle a common challenge faced by athletes: finding the time, energy, and focus to complete your workouts. A listener asks whether they should push through and stick to the plan or if they risk overtraining. Peter and Molly explore how to approach your training plan, offering strategies to modify workouts while staying on track with your goals. This Episode is brought to you by AG1- – to receive your bonus of a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 Free Travel Packs This Episode is brought to you by , available in the Training Peaks Store. This...
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We discuss:
Mixing up your routine/normal for better results (annually)
books - Athletic BookWorm Club wrapped up 'ROAR' and moving onto 'Wired to Eat'
Why do we need endurance for short events?
Saddle Sore Issues
What to do if you don't have a goal
How to work on skills during winter or indoors?
What to do if you hate salads?
Reminder of Healthy Kickstart 7-day program