Specific Training vs. Training Hacks + Fitting Strength into Cycling Routine
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Whether it is worth augmenting 'normal' cycling training (or using 'hacks' ) What specific training might mean Fitting Strength into a busy summer or 'competitive season' of cycling 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming Listen to the Latest...
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The Neuroscience of Endurance Training - Dr. Scott Frey
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview Dr. Scott Frey of The art and science of self-talk - how to talk to yourself and boost performance How cognitive load affects training and racing How to survive a peak Decision Making and cognitive load 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming Listen to the Latest...
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Rest Days & Rest Weeks - Why, What, How?
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: What are different names for rest weeks? (deload, Down etc) Why take rest weeks and days What to do for tests and rides in a rest week rest weeks vs. post-race week recovery vs. off-season 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming Listen to the...
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Menopause for Active Women - Selene Yeager
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview Selene Yeager of Feisty Menopause and the '' podcast. Topics include: Updates on reasearch and best practices for Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) updates and misconceptions Ways a coach can serve those experiencing menopause symptoms Training adjustments for menopause Mindset and Identity through Menopause transition Fueling mistakes for menopausal women 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the...
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Western States, Cramming Stage Race Prep, Training Steep Climbs & Summer Fun
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Western States Running Race take-a-ways How to prepare for a stage race 1-week out (joking but not ?) Preparing for low rpm / high effort of long steep climbs on European cycling trip Balancing summer fun vs. training 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious...
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Q&A - MTB Workouts in the rain, Keeping Sport Affordable, Climbing Faster & More
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: MTB Workouts - how to train on mtb if its rainy or not have access to trail? How to get better at climbing Why isn't your actual TSS matching prescribed TSS? Tips to keep cycling and running cost reasonable? What to do in workouts when not prescribed exactly (e.g. warmup and between interval) 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a...
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Fueling Athletic Dreams & Busy Lives - Alex Larson, RD
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter interviews Alex Larson R.D. about fueling big endurance challenges like gravel races and Gran Fondos. Be sure to check out How and R.D. can help with your fueling for endurance sports Common fueling errors for gravel cyclists The challenge of weight loss and training - can you do both? Creatine, Baking Soda and more ! 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google...
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Q&A - Shift Work, Molly's 100-Mile Run Training, Warming UP
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Molly's Run training leading to her win at Sulphur springs 100-miler run How to train and thrive while working shift work How to warmup and common mistakes Ask Your Question for a Future Episode! This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your...
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Hydration + Heat - Lauren Adams
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Lauren Adams a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and experienced marathoner with T1D talk to Molly about: Hydration Training and Racing in Hot Conditions Considerations for athletes with type 1 diabetes 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming ...
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Molly Wins Sulphur Springs Trail Race 2025!
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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter interviews Molly about her win at the Sulphur Springs Trail race in 2025. The episode includes discussions about: What is the + event highlights How the Race was Won: Sulphur Springs 100 Miler 2025 (17:22 win time) Using a Hydration pack in running races Crewing & Pacing Tips Feed / aid station strategies for short stops Pacing 100 milers Tapering and Training into the 100 Low moments (like vomitting and pre-race nerves) & getting past them! 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode?...
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