Drew follows up his last show about training with heart rate with a great, detailed discussion about training with power meters.
Have you been thinking about getting started with power and weren't really sure where to start? What should you be looking for? Drew answers your questions and helps you get going.
Bonus: Is it ok to take a break in your training?
This episode is for members only. Thanks for all of your support!
Related Show Links:
MTBRaceNews.com Coach's Column Article
92Fifty High Altitude Performance Studio
Member-Only Episode
Coach Drew Edsall discusses HIT Training. If you want to know about different ways of training on the bike to improve your performance, endurance, and just overall level of fun on the bike, this is a must listen. Even for just regular riding, a little hard work will make those long, epic days more enjoyable.
Drew brings years of high level training and racing and enjoys sharing it with other riders. As a member, you have special access directly to Drew through these episodes. Do you have a question or follow up topic that you'd like to hear on a special episode? Let us know and we'll make it happen.
For now, listen in, and immediately improve your riding and racing experience!
Related Show Links:
Drew shares some great information that you need to know about training with heart rate. Through years of high level training, racing, and teaching, Drew has gained a lot of knowledge about what it takes to improve performance through a variety of training techniques. Let him help you.
This episode is for members only. Thanks for all of your support!
Related Show Links:
MTBRaceNews.com Coach's Column Article
92Fifty High Altitude Performance Studio
This is a Member Only Episode of The Apex Nutrition Podcast.
Kelli is back with another great episode of The Apex Nutrition Podcast. Listen in as Kelli tells you whether you should skimp or skip training fuel for shorter training or racing sessions.
She also gives you 3 quick tips on how to lose some fat during the offseason.
If you have any questions or thoughts about what you'd like to hear in future member only episodes, please let us know.
March 4, 2014
Tailwind Nutrition's Jeff Vierling joins Ben to discuss a variety of topics, including the history of Tailwind, details of the science behind refueling the body, specifics about their product and some tips from Jeff's extensive Leadville 100 experience.
We think that you'll find Jeff to be very engaging and passionate about training, racing, and providing others with clean training and racing nutrition through Tailwind.
Related Show Links:
Tailwind Nutrition Challenge - "If Tailwind doesn't make you stronger, happier, and less stressed during training and at your next event, we'll pay your entry fee."
Tailwind Nutrition Facebook Page
2014 Endurance Racing Calendar
Get the iPhone App (Download the Podcast Box and then search for "Mountain Bike Radio")
Buy an MBR Tshirt or become a Member
March 3, 2014
Thanks to some great comments and questions by listeners, this is a great show with some very helpful answers. Kenny tries his best to derail the show for the first twenty minutes though by ripping on the Surly Krampus and how much he didn't like it.
What do you do if your cog doesn't fit on the freehub? What to do with a pf30 bottom brackets? Did Matt change his mind on carbon wheels? Listen in.
Related Show Links:
Brickhouse Racing Facebook Page
Mountain Bike Radio Facebook Page
2014 Endurance Racing Calendar
Get the iPhone App (Download the Podcast Box and then search for "Mountain Bike Radio")
February 23, 2014
Kyle is MIA. Clara chats with pro racer Coryn Rivera about coming up through the junior ranks, juggling collegiate cycling with pro racing and 2014 goals and aspirations. Hope you enjoy!
Intro: X-Ray Spex - I Can't Do Anything
Outro: Le Tigre - Decepaton
Related Show Links:
February 16, 2014
Clara chats with Neil Browne and Mike Creed, who agreed to stand in for the show's regular co-host, Kyle, who took the week off to tend to his emotional health. We chat about Neil's job at Felt Bicycles, Mike's new position as a DS for Smartstop and male intimacy.
Related Show Links:
February 10, 2014
Sarai Synder-founder of Girl Bike Love and Cyclofemme
Kyle and Clara speak with Sarai about advocacy work, furthering women's cycling and Cyclofemme 2014.
Related Show Links:
February 2, 2014
In this episode (can you believe we've made it to three?!) we have a special guest who knows nothing about cycling, Kyle hates on cyclocross even though he knows Clara is a two time national champion and there is some PSA advice regarding embrocation.
Intro: Bob Log III - Log Bomb
Outro: Louis Armstrong - St. James Infirmary
Related Show Links:
February 2, 2014
Clara and Kyle's first episode. Unwittingly deleted, exasperatingly restored. Bike racing, Kyle's man crush of the week and more...
Intro: Hasil Adkins - No More Hot Dogs
Outro: Bessie Smith - Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out
Related Show Links:
January 26, 2014
Clara and Kyle wax philosophical on Richard Sherman, going to jail and oh yes, cycling.
Intro: Lou Reed - New York Conversation
Outro: Morrissey - Last of the Famous International Playboys
Related Show Links:
March 1, 2014
Do you know what you're doing for training and race nutrition? What is the right amount of carbs per hour? Do you get too many or too little carbs? How about liquid? Kelli checks in with three strategies for training and race nutrition.
Kelli gives you some great insight into some basics you need to know. Listen in and if you need more help, check out her plans starting at $15 here.
Related Show Links:
Kelli's Active.com Smoothie article
Vitacost Coupons at TheRawFeed.com
Buy an MBR Tshirt or become a Member
Members get 15% off plans!