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End of Season Adventures: How, Why, and Why Not to Go Big This Fall

Consummate Athlete Podcast

Release Date: 09/10/2024

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Consummate Athlete Podcast

In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we chat with 2023 Unbound XL winner and gravel coach Kristen Legan. She answers listener questions about training for ultra-long gravel events, covering topics like fueling, rest stops, training hours, and key workouts. Grab your notepad—this is an info-packed interview you won’t want to miss! This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $200 of square App Fees!   – Try it out for your...

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we answer a listener question about setting your max heart rate so that you can train by zones set by maximal heart rate. We also discuss variations on setting zones for those who do not have past data from hard efforts or who might not want to do maximal efforts. We Also discuss an analogy for new and sometimes random metrics that are on devices.  This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link  – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $200 of square...

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Many Cyclists and Runners got new cycling gadgets over the holidays. You might have purchased or been gifted a new device or software to kick of your training for the cycling season. With these new devices come a host of metrics that can be useful (or not). Today we go through a few of the common cycling metrics and try to simplify them. This episode gives you some direction on what might be of use and reminders to follow your feeling and to have fun! Follow up questions are welcomed! This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a...

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    Kylee Van Horn is a Registered Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition and Zoë Rom is a journalist and together they created a podcast called 'Your Diet Sucks' looking at diet culture and also what we can do to improve our relationship to food (or 'how to unf*ck your relationship to food', as they put it!)    This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users who use Square can also save on $200 of App Fees!   – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day,...

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter Glassford and Molly Hurford discuss a listener questiona about what Zone 2 is for a masters aged cyclist who wants to keep it simple.  The other question discussed is about the Festive 500 challenge. We discuss the origins of the challenge, some of the variations, and when it makes sense for an adult cyclist over the holidays.  This Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users who use Square can also save on $200 of App Fees!   – Try it...

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Dr. Cheung returns to the podcast to dive into the science of training and racing in cold weather for cycling and running. He breaks down the key differences between heat and cold adaptation, sharing insights into how the body responds and what that means for your training and performance. We also discuss trending interventions like cold plunges—can they actually improve performance in cold conditions, or are they more hype than help? Tune in to find out what works, what doesn’t, and how to stay strong in the cold! This COLD Episode is Brought to You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link to...

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we explore practical approaches to goal setting and share a framework you can use, whether you have a specific goal in mind or are looking for direction. We discuss how setting short-term process goals can help you progress toward larger annual goals, like achieving a fitness milestone or preparing for an event. Additionally, we highlight the importance of considering your other roles and life goals to create a season plan that is realistic, balanced, and effective. This Episode is Brought to You By: The  – Try it out for your next...

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In this episode, we chat with Gabrielle Rossi, PhD, the Executive Director of Girls in Gear, a confidence-building initiative for young cyclists that develops "life skills through bike skills." We explore the empowerment of youth through cycling, the cultivation of resilience, and Gabrielle’s passion for fostering connections through biking. She shares how bicycles can inspire personal growth, from local initiatives to broader national programs. Tune in for an engaging conversation about leadership, cycling, and community impact! This Episode is Brought to You By: The  – Try it...

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In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Luke Way of Isocapnic returns to talk about respiratory training and how it applies for masters, how it could help altitude training, some details about Corey Wallace's 24-hour solo world championship win and some specific workouts for those using Iscopanic already!  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...

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This episode features a registered dietitian with a speciality in sports dietetics. Stevie speaks with Molly about a host of nutritional concepts that concern masters athletes including concerns about over-fueling, the risks of under-fueling, Red-S, Sodium-Bicarbonate, and the concept of fall weight loss when training load is lower.    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  ...

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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 your craving for adventure.

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