Fast Talk

Fast Talk

Author: Fast Talk Labs Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever wondered what truly separates a good training plan from a great one, or how the latest sports science can be applied to your next ride? Fast Talk, from Fast Talk Labs, digs into those questions with a refreshing depth. Coaches and sport scientists Trevor Connor and Rob Pickels steer these conversations, but the real focus is on the roster of world-class experts they bring to the microphone. Each episode feels like a deep dive into a specific corner of endurance sports, moving beyond surface-level tips to explore the underlying principles of performance. You’ll hear detailed discussions on training methodology, from the nuances of polarized plans to the practical application of interval sessions, alongside frank explorations of sports nutrition and physiology. This isn't just about listening to interviews; it's about accessing a continuous education in cycling and endurance, delivered through engaging dialogue. The Fast Talk podcast consistently provides actionable insights, whether you're fine-tuning your next workout or rethinking your annual approach to fitness. It’s for anyone who wants their training informed by both cutting-edge research and hard-earned, practical experience from the top minds in the sport.
Episodes
356: The Importance of Maintaining Muscle Mass with Jared Berg [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:08
Fast Talk’s head physiologist details why it’s important to maintain muscle mass as an endurance athlete, and how to do it even when trying to lose weight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
354: How Homeostasis Explains Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:26
In this summary episode we discuss how homeostasis is at the core of almost every function in our bodies, including how we train and stay healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
351: Drawing Ethical Boundaries in the Coach-Athlete Relationship [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:42
Dr. Kate Bennett discusses ethical boundaries, dual relationships, and power imbalances that both coaches and athletes should be aware of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
348: How to Find Your Motivation in the Early Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:30
Our team talks with pro riders Madigan Munro and Noah Granigan about how they find motivation to train and stay fit when their next race is a winter away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
347: Favorite Workouts—Off-the-Bike Edition! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:50
We hear from Fast Talk all-star guests like Dr. Andy Pruitt and Stacey Brickson about their favorite off-the-bike workouts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices