Consummate Athlete Podcast
Tune in weekly for expert insights on endurance training, cross-training, and performance, tailored specifically for masters-aged cyclists and runners. Hosted by coach Peter Glassford and author Molly Hurford, who each bring 20+ years of experience to help you enhance your performance and overall health.
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Specific Training vs. Training Hacks + Fitting Strength into Cycling Routine
07/29/2025
Specific Training vs. Training Hacks + Fitting Strength into Cycling Routine
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 Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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The Neuroscience of Endurance Training - Dr. Scott Frey
07/22/2025
The Neuroscience of Endurance Training - Dr. Scott Frey
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 Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Rest Days & Rest Weeks - Why, What, How?
07/15/2025
Rest Days & Rest Weeks - Why, What, How?
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 Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! , ,
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Menopause for Active Women - Selene Yeager
07/08/2025
Menopause for Active Women - Selene Yeager
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 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 Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Western States, Cramming Stage Race Prep, Training Steep Climbs & Summer Fun
07/01/2025
Western States, Cramming Stage Race Prep, Training Steep Climbs & Summer Fun
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 about becoming Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Q&A - MTB Workouts in the rain, Keeping Sport Affordable, Climbing Faster & More
06/24/2025
Q&A - MTB Workouts in the rain, Keeping Sport Affordable, Climbing Faster & More
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 google form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Fueling Athletic Dreams & Busy Lives - Alex Larson, RD
06/17/2025
Fueling Athletic Dreams & Busy Lives - Alex Larson, RD
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 form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Q&A - Shift Work, Molly's 100-Mile Run Training, Warming UP
06/10/2025
Q&A - Shift Work, Molly's 100-Mile Run Training, Warming UP
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 Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next!
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Hydration + Heat - Lauren Adams
06/03/2025
Hydration + Heat - Lauren Adams
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 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Molly Wins Sulphur Springs Trail Race 2025!
05/27/2025
Molly Wins Sulphur Springs Trail Race 2025!
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? 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 Favorite Podcast App: Show notes for Consummate Athlete Podcast website Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! , ,
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Can you Train Off-Road for Cycling? + Can you Stop in Your Training Rides?
05/20/2025
Can you Train Off-Road for Cycling? + Can you Stop in Your Training Rides?
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions about making stops during training rides and a question about whether it is possible to train off-road for cycling (rather than on the indoor trainer): We discuss what training is and concepts like specificity We discuss the importance of the environment and determinants of race day performance stopping in training pros and cons and how to fit things like coffee stops into rides How long of a stop is too long? or when a ride becomes two rides. 💬 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 & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Strength Training for Endurance Performance - Dan Cleather
05/13/2025
Strength Training for Endurance Performance - Dan Cleather
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter talks with Dan Cleather who returns for the second time on the podcast. Dan is a Professor of Strength and Conditioning at and has coached World and Olympic champions in athletics, rowing, canoeing and rugby. Today we cover: What strength could/should look like for endurance athletes Common mistakes and reasons endurance athletes stop strength training The importance of thinking about force expression, not just metabolism and access to energy. Practical on-bike workouts to improve performance 💬 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 & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next!
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Ideas for Your Final Race Prep Workout + Riding and Racing Unfamiliar Trails
05/06/2025
Ideas for Your Final Race Prep Workout + Riding and Racing Unfamiliar Trails
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Best strategies for those final big 'race simualtion workouts' before big endurance races. When to do these final workouts that we call 'GAMEPLAY' workouts. What they might look like ideally and how to interpret the results whether the test ride goes great or leaves room for improvement . How to better ride and race on trails that you haven't seen (racing 'blind' ) 💬 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 & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast at MOC May 31/June 1 2025 . Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Your Best Performance Might be One Snack Away! Kristen Ziesmer RD
04/29/2025
Your Best Performance Might be One Snack Away! Kristen Ziesmer RD
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we speak with Registered Dietician Kristen Zeismer about fueling mistakes, differences between adult and youth nutrition and how to avoid (huge) afternoon cravings after big rides 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 form: – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and 🚴♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! ,
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Transitioning Training Outside + Can You Do Too Much Cross-Training?
04/22/2025
Transitioning Training Outside + Can You Do Too Much Cross-Training?
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly Hurford and Peter Glassford discuss 4 listener questions including Hardtail vs. Dual-Suspension, Packs vs. Vests Vs. Bottles Vs. Hip Packs, and then using Structured workouts outside (Spring transition for cycling) and finally, how to know if you are cross-training too much! (#CrosstrainingIsNotACrime) 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete INTENTION - Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Sea Otter 2025 Highlights
04/15/2025
Sea Otter 2025 Highlights
Molly and Peter discuss what they saw, what they liked and what they didn't like at the Sea Otter 2025. The conversation includes the first round of the Lifetime Series and trends in bikes, gear and racing. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Subdued black with whitecolors day 2 post Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Bike Fit with Tim Plunkett
04/08/2025
Bike Fit with Tim Plunkett
For this week's episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly talks to Bike Fitter Tim Plunkett of in Guelph, Ontario about bike fitting. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Spring Q&A - How to Take Your Cycling Training Outside
04/01/2025
Spring Q&A - How to Take Your Cycling Training Outside
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly discuss 3 questions around the spring transition to outdoor cycling training and challenges that adult cyclists face as the weather gets better, but remains inconsistent. How to add Group rides, races and avoid burnout! 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Should I Do 3 Hours on the Trainer ?
03/25/2025
Should I Do 3 Hours on the Trainer ?
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly and Peter discuss a few listener questions. Firstly a question about when, why and how to ride 3 hours (or more) on the trainer. We also discuss logging TSS for strength (and why you might not want to) and why/where/how to do testing to assess your fitness. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete strong girl moc link - Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Where Are We Now? Update on Women's Sport Research
03/21/2025
Where Are We Now? Update on Women's Sport Research
This episode is a preview of Molly's new podcast with Dr. Sasha Gollish called 'Strong Girl Talk Podcast'. In this preview episode Molly and Sasha discuss the state of research that focuses on women in sport. Please subscribe and follow the new The podcast is released weekly. ! 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete ! Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Noah Ramsay Wins Zwift Academy
03/18/2025
Noah Ramsay Wins Zwift Academy
Noah Ramsay joins Peter and Molly to talk about the training and coaching that has gotten Noah to the pro-tour over the last 5 years and the whirlwind fall of 2024 that included winning ICEMAN Cometh and the Zwift Academy challenge. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Reflecting on First Races of The Season + Gravel Trends 2025
03/11/2025
Reflecting on First Races of The Season + Gravel Trends 2025
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we discuss Peter's first two early-season gravel races, HomeGrown Gravel and The Valley of Tears. We chat about preparation, challenges of early season races (e.g. weather!) and some take-a-ways on gravel equipment and fueling trends. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Live Women's Talk with Molly Hurford
03/08/2025
Live Women's Talk with Molly Hurford
In this talk for the women participating in The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's and , Molly covered: apparel and gear choice, saddle sores, chafing , pad vs. tampon, doing a bike check , training basics , nutrition 101 and event day checklists. Molly is joined by accomplished endurance athlete Karen Duff in this fun discussion of women's cycling and taking on a charity ride, fondo or similar endurance event. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's and , Saddle sores, chafing, etc. (remember Molly's book, ?) Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Race Reviews + Spring Race Preparation - Run Coach Jenny Quilty
03/04/2025
Race Reviews + Spring Race Preparation - Run Coach Jenny Quilty
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly interviews running coach Jenny Quilty about doing race reviews, preparing for spring races and fueling for endurance athletes. Check it out to gain insights to put into action ahead of your running and biking races this spring. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Is it Okay to Train to Be Competitive on Group Rides?
02/25/2025
Is it Okay to Train to Be Competitive on Group Rides?
In this episode Peter and Molly discuss whether you can train with a coach or follow a training plan simply to get fitter or to do great on a group ride or big adventure with friends. We discuss how different athletes pursue different goals that can look like FKTs, cycling tours, weekly races and more! 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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How to Actually do Mental Training - Erin Ayala
02/18/2025
How to Actually do Mental Training - Erin Ayala
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, Erin Ayala of Skadi Sport Psychology about a range of topics including Self-Talk, Process>performance, race anxiety and what exactly is mental training. Don't miss 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 save on $200 of square App Fees! – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Race Priority - Selecting the Right Mix of Events
02/11/2025
Race Priority - Selecting the Right Mix of Events
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly and Peter discuss a listener question about prioritizing races using the A, B, C method. They break down what each category means and how it impacts training for masters cyclists and runners. Plus, they explore the often-overlooked factors of challenge, pressure, and inconvenience—ensuring you strike the right balance in your events between pushing your limits and avoiding burnout. Refine your race strategy and set yourself up for success! 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Beyond Survival Mode: Unlock Your Potential - Steve Magness
02/04/2025
Beyond Survival Mode: Unlock Your Potential - Steve Magness
This episode of The Consummate Athlete, we sit down with performance expert and bestselling author, Steve Magness, to unpack the core principles of his groundbreaking new book, . Steve shares his personal journey from the high-pressure world of professional coaching, including his experiences as a whistleblower, to reveal why so many of us struggle to thrive in the face of external pressure. Steve shares his framework for success and numerous practical insights and tactics to action in your training this week. PRIZE - One BOOK Give-a-way - Deadline is Feb 14th 2025 at midnight E.S.T. for submission by sending us a picture of a rating/review of the podcast or by posting a story of the episode on Instagram. Contest limited to Continental USA and Canada. 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 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Get the book book, by Steve Magness! Remember to submit your entry for one book give-a-way before Feb 14th 2025 at midnight E.S.T. for submission by sending us a picture of a rating/review of the podcast or by posting a story of the episode on Instagram. Contest limited to Continental USA and Canada. Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Can You Maintain Or Improve Your Cycling Performance As You Age?
01/28/2025
Can You Maintain Or Improve Your Cycling Performance As You Age?
In this episode of the Consummate Athlete Podcast, we answer listener questions about whether we can still make progress as we age. Can we perform as well or better? and what is the difference between health, fitness and performance? We also discuss what it means if you can't finish a workout and whether to reduce your threshold setting for cycling workouts. 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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete WTF is FTP Consummate Athlete on Threshold Setting Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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Winning at UnboundXL and Ultra Gravel Distances - Kristen Legan
01/21/2025
Winning at UnboundXL and Ultra Gravel Distances - Kristen Legan
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 next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp! , 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. Use Code ‘CAPOD’ to get 25% of any of the plans . Curious about becoming Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Connect with Molly & Peter Books By Molly Hurford Follow The Consummate Athlete on and Follow Molly Hurford on Follow @PeterGlassford on Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,, and many more
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