Guide: Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
Strength training and strength training for endurance athletes are not exactly the same thing. There are many considerations to take into account for endurance athletes. We cover them here.
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Episode 36: Bike Fit Considerations with Guest Chris Soden
In this episode of ‘All Things Endurance,’ host Rick Prince chats with expert bike fitter, Chris Soden. Chris is the founder/owner of Strategic Fitting, a Colorado-based bike fitting company that uses cutting edge technology to attain the best bike fit results for his customers. With over 30 years’ experience in the bicycle industry as a … Read more
Reverse Periodization
Traditional methods of periodization are commonly known and applied. But what about ‘reverse periodization?’ What is it; when and how should it be applied? We break it down for you here.
Episode #28: The Landscape of Endurance Sports Training with Guest Jeff Pierce
Jeff Pierce is a former professional cyclist and the current CEO of Carmichael Training Systems (CTS). In Jeff’s distinguished cycling career, he rode for team 7-11, the first American to ride the Tour De France and in 1987, Jeff became just the third American to win a stage of the Tour De France on the … Read more
Beware of Shiny Objects
What is the most important component to your success as an athlete? Is it the “shiny objects” like super shoes, upgraded aero equipment, or the latest and greatest supplement? We think probably not. Something else may matter more.
Episode #24: Training and Racing as an Elite Masters Athlete with Guest Laura Van Gilder
In this episode, host Rick Prince chats with former professional, and current elite masters cyclist, Laura Van Gilder. Laura is a former elite criterium champion, the winningest female US cyclist in history and the current UCI gravel world champion (60-64)… in addition to other national and world titles. In this podcast, Laura discusses many things, … Read more
UESCA is a Stupid Idea They Told Me
Are some ideas better than others? Of course. But at the end of the day, it is the personal drive, perseverance, and belief in one’s idea that is most important to success.
Keep Moving Forward
Running a business is a lot like racing, but a lot more complicated. To ensure your business grows and prospers, avoid this rookie mistake.
Have Patience
Patience and persistence, often through failures and slow progress, are critical factors for success in your coaching business.
Default to the Experts
To be the best possible coach or athlete, it’s important to understand that you’re likely not an expert on every aspect of endurance sports and therefore should actively source credible experts, and be careful not to just listen to the loudest voice in the room.
