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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...
6 Simple Tips for Running Uphill Strong
Run easy more often Climbing is an expression of your fitness. One of the main drivers of pace and fitness is your LONG TERM CONSISTENT volume. The best way to be consistent and get more volume is to stop training at 'middle-ground' intensity. Enjoy your runs and...
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...
Training
Red-S and Women’s Performance – Traci Carson
Traci Carson PhD. is a researcher, scientist, professor and (still sometimes) athlete. She is passionate about helping active women fuel their bodies and optimize their menstrual cycles for health, performance, and fertility. This episode is brought to you by 3 Month...
Focus, Flow and How Hard to Go
We discuss flow state, focus-refocus and a question about how hard to go in your workouts. Download or find links in your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/consummateathlete This episode is brought to you...
Exercising When Air Quality is Poor
This is a post summarizing evidence and decision making guidance related to Low Air Quality, Pollution and Wild-Fires. It includes handy links. Please let us know if information on this page becomes outdated or if there are additional valuable links/concepts to help...
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Mindset
Turning Discomfort Into a Plus, Not a Reason to Quit
This weekend, I had a 20-mile run on tap. And on Saturday, I was feeling great and ready for it. And then, it was Sunday. First, the Nor'easter that hit New Jersey caused flashed floods so bad that my sister Facetimed me to show me boats going up and down Main Street...
What Does It Take to Win RAAM? My Interview with Leah Goldstein
"With RAAM, it came down to the challenge. You really get to push yourself beyond your limits. And it’s not only the physical aspect: RAAM is 60 percent mental. If you don’t have it upstairs, then I question whether you’ll make it to the finish." -Leah Goldstein...
Finish Summer Strong (in Consummate Athlete Style)
I was super excited when Ontario Parks got in touch about helping spread the word about their 30x30 challenge this month. Basically, the goal is simple: Every day for the next 30 days, get outside for at least 30 minutes. Bonus points if you're able to get into...
Nutrition
How to Fuel Your Trainer Ride
Loved being able to interview my dear friend and badass nutrition expert and cyclist Namrita for this piece over at Bicycling! Read how to fuel your trainer ride properly here. Before you go, get subscribed for a twice-monthly set of tips, tricks + outdoor motivation!
Gut Health on the Road: Dealing with Digestive Issues
First of all: this article is not entirely about poop, if you were wondering. I'm talking about general gut issues: nausea while driving/flying, stomach cramps, weird hunger patterns due to jet lag, and of course, too little poop or too much. Being on the road a lot,...
From the Bicycling Mag Files: 5 Food Rules Endurance Athletes Need to Follow
Interviewing author and nutrition expert Matt Fitzgerald is always super fun for me. We have really similar opinions on food and sports nutrition, and his writing is just so easy and enjoyable to read. His newest book, The Endurance Diet, is out now and it's one of...
Lifestyle
The Pizza Hangover is Real… But How to Move Past It
Recently, I turned 30. This alone is not shocking. What was a shock to my system though, was the morning after celebrating at my favorite pizza spot in Collingwood, Ontario—Pie. Full-on admission: I had a massive meal. The pizzas aren't tiny, but are technically...
On Turning 30 (And Totally Not Freaking Out.)
So, I turn 30 today. That's a scary thing to write, for someone who still kind of feels like she's 17. I didn't think much about the fact that I would be hitting this milestone back when I was, say, 28. But in the past year, it definitely felt like something flipped a...
Watch Your Water Bottles: A Cyclist Traveler PSA
I wrote earlier this year about how I was swapping out my water bottle and coffee-buying habit at the airport for a Nalgene and a completely sealed thermos, but it's time for a refresher as to why I fixated on that swap... Peter recently learned the hard way why the...
Women Specific
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Gear
Quickie Review: Velocio CONCEPT Merino Wool Jersey
I'll be honest, I wasn't sure how I was going to feel about the Velocio CONCEPT Merino Wool Jersey. Yes, I LOVE merino wool. But I've had merino jerseys in the past that were great, but just didn't feel particularly racy/serious cyclist-y. You know what I mean? So I...
Why Non-Team Racers Should Consider Custom Kit Design
A couple weeks ago, we had Cait Dumas of Champion System on the podcast to talk about what companies are looking for in athletes these days. While we were chatting, an idea bubbled up that I keep coming back to: Why aren't more privateers who are hoping to get...
How Should Running Clothes Fit?
I'm not someone who likes overly tight clothes. In fact, I really prefer my clothes to feel nice and baggy, nothing tugging or sticking into my waist. That's why I prefer bibs to bike shorts, and often suggest people size slightly up with cycling jerseys. While this...
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