Podcast Episodes

What It Takes to Be an Olympic Triathlete

Episode 305

Fast Talk’s first live recording took place at USAT’s 2024 Endurance Exchange, where we spoke with two top coaches who are helping to build Team USA’s Olympic hopefuls.

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Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Savilia Blunk’s Journey from Junior to Pro

Episode 128

Discover the secrets to a successful transition from junior to pro racing, with insights from professional MTB racer, Savilia Blunk.  

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Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Beyond the Basics: How Oxygen Is Delivered Throughout Our Bodies

Episode 304

In our second Basics episode, we talk about how oxygen travels from the air around us to our working muscles, covering everything from the lungs, blood, and heart, to how our working muscles grab tha…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

The Neuroscience of Belief in Endurance Sports with Dr. Scott Frey

Episode 303

Neuroscientist Dr. Scott Frey talks about the hard science behind belief and how our “soft-wired” brain can be an advantage to endurance athletes and coaches

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Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

The Group Effect: The Impact of Training Together in an Individual Sport

Episode 127

Explore the intricacies of cycling excellence as former Cycling Canada Endurance Track Coach Jenny Trew and Mattamy National Cycling Center Director Chris Reid divulge insights on effective training …

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Potluck Discussion: January Training Tips, Holiday Nutrition Fiascos, and Trying a New Sport

Episode 302

In this week’s potluck, we discuss our favorite ways to approach training in January, practical weight management tips after the holidays, and what to consider when trying a new endurance sport. 

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Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

How to Keep Your Back Healthy and Pain Free on the Bike

Episode 301

Strength and Conditioning Expert, Jeff Hoobler, talks with us about the need for neuromuscular and functional work to keep our backs happy on the bike.

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Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

The Evolution, Controversies, and Future of Female Gravel Racing

Episode 126

In this episode, Betsy Welch joins us to discuss the evolution and future of gravel racing, shedding light on the obstacles the community must overcome to get there.  

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Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

The 300th Episode!

Episode 300

For our 300th episode, our hosts – both old and new – are interviewed by Dr. Stephen Seiler to discuss where we’ve been and where we’re going. 

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Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Revisiting Episode 3: How to Structure Your Training Plan

Episode 299

In the very early days of Fast Talk, our hosts summarized – in only 20 minutes – how to map out your training week. In today’s episode we revisit that summary to see just how good a job we did back t…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago