Semi-pro Cycling Podcasts

In this show a bunch of rad cycling tips. From why confidence is key to peak performance (and how to build yours) to when you should ignore your coach.Find hours of more cycling podcasts at semiprocycling.com.

Have you ever thought about taking your cycling fitness and doing a triathlon? It might be harder than you think ;)We cover the only cyclist to win the Ironman World Championships and talk about all those that have tried - plus how you can make the transition as smooth as possible.

We uncover the reason why the former World Champion would shove two fists full of gummy bears into his mouth immediately after a hard effort and how this is part of a bigger process of targeting nutrition around your exercise. Daniel Healey is going to run through his 6 steps to perfect nutrition using readily available foods that will give you all the energy you need to perform and recover like the best.

Opening up the professional cycling and sports world.Professional cycling has secrets. No, not the Omertá but the many thousands of people directly involved on the “inside” of cycling. The chef, the massage therapist, the bus driver (and the pros). What do they know about training and performance? Hosts Damian Ruse and Daniel Healey open up the professional cycling and sports world by asking the question “What can we learn from the professional cycling and sports world?”Inside is an original podcast from VirtuGO.

In this episode you ask your cycling related questions, and we answer. It's as simple as that.Question 1: I live in an apartment block and have nowhere to clean my bike. I’d rather not get into the shower with it so my only other options are to pay my LBS to wash it, or take it to a car wash and use the high pressure hose. Am I doing more harm than good?Question 2: After riding for a few years I’ve recently taken the plunge into competitive racing. I was wondering if you had any pre race preparation tips that might ease my nerves on the day?Question 3: So I'm looking for a power meter, and I've heard that the benefits of a dual-sided power meter include the ability to account for power imbalances between legs. This is relevant to me, because I've had some single leg injuries, and suspect that my power might not be consistent between legs. But this had me thinking, do I even need a dual-sided power meter? Question 4: I’ve heard some people say that athletes take ibuprofen before training to

In this episode you ask your cycling related questions, and we answer. It's as simple as that.Question 1: I’m finding it hard to work out a good way to fuel my evening rides. How should I approach nutrition throughout the day if I have a training session or event later on?Question 2: I’m thinking about a new set of wheels. Is it a good idea to go tubeless now?Question 3: Should I think about changing the insoles of my cycling shoes?Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time more effectively, and I’ll also send you a best of our episodes straight to your inbox. CLICK HERE to download NOW.

Back in 2014, on the Semi Pro Cycling Podcast we looked at the arguments for and against the three families of altitude training; Live High Train High, Live Low Train High, and Live High Train Low. What we learned then was that what you decide to be best for you might be completely different the next time you decide to do it. Today we look at the developments in altitude training that have been made in the last 5 years. What has changed and what is now considered to be effective? That’s what we’re going to look at today. If you’re interested in learning about up to date benefits of altitude training and what works best for you, then this is the show for you. Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time more effectively, and I’ll also send

In this episode you ask your cycling related questions, and we answer. It's as simple as that.Question 1: I’ve crashed recently and just don’t feel the same as I did before. What can I do to get my confidence back?Question 2: I’ve been off the bike for the last two months and dread to think how low my power numbers have gone. How should I go about getting back into riding and training?Question 3: I like listening to podcasts and music while riding and feel like it’s a great training aid. Am I risking my life or is there nothing to worry about?Question 4: For those of us on a smart trainer who aren’t using power match, what are your calibration tips to ensure consistent readings?Question 5: I’ve spent so much time reading contrasting views on carboloading before an event and I still don’t have a clear idea. What is the latest expert opinion on this?Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of perform

On a recent episode of the Semi-Pro Cycling podcast, we had Dean Phllips on the show, a Masters rider who can basically be summed up as a multiple world champion and world record holder. It was Dean’s dedication to finding the ultimate aerodynamic setup that started our journey into aero perfection.Today though, we’re going to take this journey one step further and challenge some aero assumptions and the way things have always been done, which is why we’ve brought in some help from a self-professed aerodynamicist, pro rider and multiple national champion.This episode will no doubt provide you with lots of useful information that you can take away and apply to your own cycling.Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts

In this episode you ask your cycling related questions, and we answer. It's as simple as that.Question 1: How much does the Coffee Stop affect my training?Question 2: Is there any way to fix ripped Lycra. I had a crash recently and tore up some of my favourite kit.Question 3: What's the big deal about Foam Rollers. How useful are they and how do I use them?Question 4: Are MIPS helmets worth the extra cash?Question 5: How can I have a successful group ride with so many differences in level?Question 6: When do I need to be careful when using Zwift or other Smart Trainer software?Question 7: Can I ride road on a CX bike?Question 8: Is it worth flying with your bike? What are the other options?Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training

Any athlete can relate to the time old image of the angel on one shoulder and the devil on the other. The angel is telling us to keep going, to push ourselves that extra mile, while the devil is tempting us to quit, telling us it will all be over if we stop..Are you a quitter? Or do you have the ability to tell yourself to keep going? Is it possible to adapt your brain to tell your body to go harder and further?.In today’s episode we speak to an expert on mental fitness, the ability to push through the pain of exercise to go the extra mile. He gives us his insights on what he has done in life to build mental fitness and toughness, and some tips on how you can start training your brain today..Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time mor

To be a great cyclist, there is more to it than having good legs. Many competing cyclists focus on fitness and think that's enough to find a place on a team, or to win bike races..Having what´s known as “headroom” is a concept that may be unfamiliar to most. It's the idea that a rider possesses, along with fitness and natural talent, the ability to hone certain skills and a mental balance that are the makings of a great cyclist.This episode deals what teams look for in an aspiring pro, and some interesting takeaways for everybody at home to help you recognise your own headroom and use it to grow as a cyclist.

Today we return for the second part of our interview with Phil Gaimon. If you missed out on the last episode have a listen here In this part of the podcast we have some important lessons to be learnt for anyone even considering what it´s like to be a pro cyclist. It’s not just about cycling or trying to be a pro though, there are great lessons here about following your dreams and getting the most out of where you end up, that anyone can learn from.Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time more effectively, and I’ll also send you a best of our episodes straight to your inbox. CLICK HERE to download NOW.

Is being a pro cyclist all it´s cracked up to be? Does riding your bike for a living, being paid to travel, being handed top of the line kit, or even just being recognised as a pro sound like a dream job to you? Cycling can be just as shitty as any other high-profile profession, where you get taken advantage of for money, for time and sometimes your ambition -- but hey, if you want to live the pro cycling dream, you have to take the good with the bad. And that’s what today’s show is about - a look at both sides of pro cycling with ex-pro Phil Gaimon. Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time more effectively, and I’ll also send you a best of our episodes straight to your inbox. CLICK HERE to download NOW.

What drives middle aged men to wake up at the crack of dawn on a Saturday or Sunday morning, while the rest of the world snoozes, to squeeze every inch of themselves into brightly coloured, tight-fitting cycling gear, open up a bottle of chain lube and take themselves off on a 100km adventure. Is it a personal challenge, for health and fitness, a social thing? In this episode I examine the raison d'être of the Middle Aged Man in Lycra and the motivations as to why they do what they do..Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comOr download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your training week and use your training time more effectively, and I’ll also send you a best of our episodes straight to your inbox. CLICK HERE to download NOW.

Cycling Aerodynamics account for anywhere between 70 to 90 percent of a cyclist’s effort (when not climbing a steep grade).Anyone—hardened pro and new rider alike—who is interested in riding faster or further has a vested interest in improving their aerodynamics. It’s that simple. Determining which bicycles, components, and positions are truly the most aerodynamic for you, however, is anything but simple.Today’s show is about masters rider Dean Phillip's quest for speed, world championships, and a world record. It’s a story about using aero testing to hunt for 2.1 seconds and ultimately adding over 3 mph or 5 km/h of speed (with no increase in power) and finally, it’s about how you can start on a similar aero journey today.Click here to listen and ask questions at semiprocycling.comIf you are new to Semi-Pro Cycling, check out the back catalogue of shows on all aspects of performance at Semi-Pro Cycling Podcasts Or download the Weekly Workout Stack - The guide that shows you how to structure your trainin

Question 1: Broke my arm. Would like to keep riding indoors if possible. Is this feasible or will it be too rough with one arm for 6-8 weeks?Question 2: Moving into a new apartment in a few weeks and will be starting a training block. Looking for a mat that does a decent job reducing or dampening the noise and also keeping sweat off my floors.Question 3: I am going to commit full on to the trainer this winter. I am cat 4 and want to make it to cat 3 next year, my plan is to buy a KICKR. Do you know of anyone that regrets buying one or have any other recommendations instead? Question 4: There are a lot of mountainous rides around me and I love fast descents, but I can't seem to descend with the same speed or confidence when riding my carbon rimmed bike as I can with my other bikes. Do you have any advice on how to overcome this?Click here to listen at semiprocycling.com For a free online workshop on how to structure your training click here to claim your spot.

How to Keep Sweat Out of Your Eyes, What’s the Step up to Masters Like, What is the Single Most Important Thing You Can do to Reduce Sick Days, What are the Must Have Full Maintenance Tools & Can You Change from a Climber to a Sprinter?--------Claim your spot for our free online workshop on How to Maximise Your Training Time: 3 Steps to High-Performance Fitness in Less Time at----------semiprocycling.com/workshop

Should You Run, Can You Use an Enduro Bike for Racing, How Do I Train For Fixed Gear Criteriums (or Any Crit) & Should You Ditch Your Garmin for Better Results?

This episode, why you are fit and unhealthy, and what this has to do with longevity. Sure in the world of high performance, athletes might actually be better off in the long run, but in the world of everybody else, what risks are you taking by not looking after your health, and what can do about it? This is part 2 of the 3 part series on longevity. In part one I gave you my take on how to ride forever, with the idea of setting yourself challenges that you can build towards with regular riding based on setting your intentions - if you haven’t listened to it, go back and find it on Apple Podcasts. This episode is brought to you by Health IQ. Health IQ uses science and data to get special rates on life insurance for health conscious people like cyclists. If you are listening to this show, there is a high chance you’re an avid cyclist? If so, support the show and check out Health IQ's life insurance rates specifically for cyclists. Learn more about what they can do for you at http://healthiq.com/semiprocycli