# \#podcast **URL:** https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/tag/podcast/94.md [Latest](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/tags.md) --- ## [FTP Improvement, Sleep Deep Dive, Training Outside & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 207](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/ftp-improvement-sleep-deep-dive-training-outside-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-207/17107)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 4:27am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/ftp-improvement-sleep-deep-dive-training-outside-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-207/17107 "2026-06-02T04:27:57Z")
Nate is back and we’re going to be covering some really cool topics. We’ll discuss updating FTP with test data vs. race data and providing a guide of sorts to doing this, a deep dive on sleep and performance from Chad, a… --- ## [Question for the podcast - statins and performance](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/question-for-the-podcast-statins-and-performance/49892)
**Author:** [@woaksie](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/woaksie)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 3:14am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/question-for-the-podcast-statins-and-performance/49892 "2026-04-29T03:14:07Z")
I starting having PVCs \[Premature Ventricular Contractions\] a few years ago. They seem to last a few weeks to a month and I have had 4 or 5 episodes over 3 years. I saw a cardiologist about this and ended up getting an A… --- ## [Evidence based training - Prof Sebastian Sitko](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/evidence-based-training-prof-sebastian-sitko/112377)
**Author:** [@JoeX](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/JoeX)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2026, 9:32am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/evidence-based-training-prof-sebastian-sitko/112377 "2026-03-17T09:32:34Z")
There’s been a lot of talk about the science of training with the AI release, this podcast uncovers the current science around some hot topics discussed here: With thanks to @MikaelEriksson Limitations of sports scie… --- ## [App that measures pixels for cda Calcs](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/app-that-measures-pixels-for-cda-calcs/17500)
**Author:** [@dpenfold](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/dpenfold)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2026, 3:57pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/app-that-measures-pixels-for-cda-calcs/17500 "2026-02-28T15:57:22Z")
Hi team. There was an app mentioned on the podcast that can help estimate cda. I think it was Jonathon who talked through the process. You take a photo, it scrubs the background leaving the rider and bike then does the c… --- ## [Hydration, Sweat and Cramping with Precision Hydration's Andy Blow – Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 221](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hydration-sweat-and-cramping-with-precision-hydrations-andy-blow-ask-a-cycling-coach-podcast-221/21035)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2025, 8:11pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hydration-sweat-and-cramping-with-precision-hydrations-andy-blow-ask-a-cycling-coach-podcast-221/21035 "2025-07-27T20:11:11Z")
Andy Blow of Precision Hydration joins us for a deep dive into hydration, sweating, cramping and more. Check out Episode 221 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast now on Youtube and your favorite podcast apps! Youtube Liv… --- ## [Steroids, DIY Cheap Nutrition Products, Inflammation and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 289](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/steroids-diy-cheap-nutrition-products-inflammation-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-289/48991)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2022, 3:35am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/steroids-diy-cheap-nutrition-products-inflammation-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-289/48991 "2022-02-13T03:35:40Z")
SARMS are banned substances surrounded by plenty of confusion, so what do we actually know about them? Tune in for a deep dive into SARMS, DIY nutrition products that are cheap and accessible, and how to reduce inflammat… --- ## [Recovering From Overtraining with Triathlete Jamie Berry - Successful Athletes Podcast 29](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/recovering-from-overtraining-with-triathlete-jamie-berry-successful-athletes-podcast-29/48284)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2024, 9:29pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/recovering-from-overtraining-with-triathlete-jamie-berry-successful-athletes-podcast-29/48284 "2024-05-02T21:29:57Z")
Triathlete Jamie Berry overtrained and under-fueled, and suffered serious consequences as a result. With medical attention, proper recovery, and better fueling, he eventually came back stronger than before. Find out how … --- ## [Amber's new project: Be a Good Wheel Podcast](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/ambers-new-project-be-a-good-wheel-podcast/82579)
**Author:** [@dhellman](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/dhellman)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2024, 2:18am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/ambers-new-project-be-a-good-wheel-podcast/82579 "2024-04-19T02:18:24Z")
I didn’t see that anyone else posted about this, but Amber is starting her own podcast! It’s called “Be a Good Wheel”, and she’s started a Kickstarter to help with the startup funding required for it. If anyone is intere… --- ## [Anyone tried light therapy?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/anyone-tried-light-therapy/79441)
**Author:** [@scarrith](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/scarrith)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2023, 10:43pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/anyone-tried-light-therapy/79441 "2023-12-29T22:43:29Z")
I’ve been hearing about light therapy recently from people like Andrew Huberman and how it can improve day-time alertness and sleep. Has anyone tried this and seen any noticeable positive results? I’m especially interes… --- ## [5w/kg on Low Volume Training with Michael Brophy – Successful Athletes Podcast 36](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/5w-kg-on-low-volume-training-with-michael-brophy-successful-athletes-podcast-36/51597)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 1:59pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/5w-kg-on-low-volume-training-with-michael-brophy-successful-athletes-podcast-36/51597 "2023-03-27T13:59:00Z")
Michael Brophy is a Physical Therapist, partner and father who uses TrainerRoad to get faster, but also to keep in touch with friends. Using Group workouts, he’s managed to maintain over 5w/kg with diligent early morning… --- ## [24 Hour TT World Champion Meaghan Hackinen - Successful Athletes Podcast 005](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/24-hour-tt-world-champion-meaghan-hackinen-successful-athletes-podcast-005/38249)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2023, 10:53pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/24-hour-tt-world-champion-meaghan-hackinen-successful-athletes-podcast-005/38249 "2023-03-16T22:53:04Z")
Meaghan Hackinen discusses how she used TrainerRoad to help her train and prepare to become the 24 Hour Time Trial World Champion, in Episode 005 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Youtube Video: Topics … --- ## [Sports massage, evidence for benefits?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sports-massage-evidence-for-benefits/31217)
**Author:** [@idcrankin](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/idcrankin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2022, 8:32am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sports-massage-evidence-for-benefits/31217 "2022-12-23T08:32:02Z")
A while ago on the podcast (I can’t remember which episode) a user asked if there was any benefit to getting sports massage and the answer from Coach Chad was basically no, there is no evidence to support getting a massa… --- ## [Lotoja Podium From Dead Last with Will Stinger – Successful Athletes 021](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lotoja-podium-from-dead-last-with-will-stinger-successful-athletes-021/44475)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2022, 3:45pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/lotoja-podium-from-dead-last-with-will-stinger-successful-athletes-021/44475 "2022-09-20T15:45:41Z")
Hear how Will Stinger trained with TrainerRoad to go from dead last to a podium spot at Lotoja, including how Will recovered from a major crash the year before, how Will fuels early morning workouts and more in Episode 2… --- ## [Stage Racing Insights, Multi-Sport Training Camps, Collagen and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 248](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/stage-racing-insights-multi-sport-training-camps-collagen-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-248/30608)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2022, 5:28pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/stage-racing-insights-multi-sport-training-camps-collagen-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-248/30608 "2022-09-19T17:28:16Z")
Nutrition and warm up tips for stage racing, the benefits of collagen for endurance athletes, planning multi-sport training camps and more is all covered in Episode 248 of The Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Youtube Live … --- ## [+80w FTP During Med School with Cam Seamons - Successful Athletes Podcast 31](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/80w-ftp-during-med-school-with-cam-seamons-successful-athletes-podcast-31/49225)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2021, 12:49pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/80w-ftp-during-med-school-with-cam-seamons-successful-athletes-podcast-31/49225 "2021-05-26T12:49:16Z")
Cameron Seamons raised his FTP by 80 watts with TrainerRoad while training for the Triple Bypass Century and ultra-distance running events, all while being a busy medical school student! Tune in to find out how @Seamons… --- ## [A Power Meter Deep Dive with Special Guest 4iiii's Scott Cooper – Ask a Cycling Coach 229](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/a-power-meter-deep-dive-with-special-guest-4iiiis-scott-cooper-ask-a-cycling-coach-229/22557)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2022, 12:41pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/a-power-meter-deep-dive-with-special-guest-4iiiis-scott-cooper-ask-a-cycling-coach-229/22557 "2022-06-09T12:41:17Z")
Special Guest 4iiii’s Scott Cooper joins the team to discuss all things power meters, including how power meters are made, calibration, and what the future of power meters may look like. Tune in to hear Scott’s insights … --- ## [Century Training, Bike Fit, Weight Loss and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 254](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/century-training-bike-fit-weight-loss-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-254/33199)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2022, 1:24pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/century-training-bike-fit-weight-loss-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-254/33199 "2022-05-25T13:24:18Z")
Training and pacing tips for your first century, tips to find the optimal bike fit for power and aerodynamics, the most efficient way to pace a climb and more in Episode 254 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Youtube … --- ## [Mountain Bike Stage Race Veterans Brandon Watson and Alex Mallet – Successful Athletes Podcast 009](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/mountain-bike-stage-race-veterans-brandon-watson-and-alex-mallet-successful-athletes-podcast-009/39510)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2022, 1:37am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/mountain-bike-stage-race-veterans-brandon-watson-and-alex-mallet-successful-athletes-podcast-009/39510 "2022-03-29T01:37:04Z")
Teammates Alex Mallet and Brandon Watson explain how they have successfully completed multiple mountain bike stage races together including The Cape Epic and The Swiss Epic, among others. Learn how they balance the workl… --- ## [Special Guest: MTB Pro Alex Wild – Ask a Cycling Coach 269](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/special-guest-mtb-pro-alex-wild-ask-a-cycling-coach-269/40020)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2021, 6:44pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/special-guest-mtb-pro-alex-wild-ask-a-cycling-coach-269/40020 "2021-11-22T18:44:33Z")
MTB Pro Alex Wild joins the team to discuss how he balances riding pro MTB and a full-time job, how he uses analytics to improve every aspect of his mountain biking ecosystem from equipment to nutrition and training, a b… --- ## [BC Epic 1000 with Angela Chang](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/bc-epic-1000-with-angela-chang/63062)
**Author:** [@andrewwylie](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/andrewwylie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2021, 1:42pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/bc-epic-1000-with-angela-chang/63062 "2021-09-15T13:42:35Z")
Is it just me or are the audio sources out of sync a few minutes in? @Jonathan --- ## [Pain Tolerance, Body Fat, Descending and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 211](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/pain-tolerance-body-fat-descending-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-211/18108)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 9:29pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/pain-tolerance-body-fat-descending-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-211/18108 "2021-09-03T21:29:05Z")
The psychological and physical benefits of openers, what role pain tolerance plays in performance, how to increase confidence and speed in descents, plus your live questions will all be covered in Episode 211 of the Ask … --- ## [Creatine, Pre-Workout Nutrition, Periodization and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 250](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/creatine-pre-workout-nutrition-periodization-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-250/31330)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 2:28am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/creatine-pre-workout-nutrition-periodization-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-250/31330 "2021-07-06T02:28:51Z")
Special guest Justin Rossi from The Chase joins us to discuss his transition to triathlon and answer your training questions. Youtube Live Video: Topics covered in this episode: Special guest Justin Ro… --- ## [Kona Special Interview – John Borton – Ask a Cycling Coach 227](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/kona-special-interview-john-borton-ask-a-cycling-coach-227/22300)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2021, 7:09pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/kona-special-interview-john-borton-ask-a-cycling-coach-227/22300 "2021-07-05T19:09:49Z")
John Borton is coming to Kona for the first time, but he has done his research and is ready to race. He plans to use his insights in aerodynamics, nutrition, and course knowledge to be as fast as ever. Tune in to hear ex… --- ## [Special Guest: Justin Williams – Ask a Cycling Coach 263](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/special-guest-justin-williams-ask-a-cycling-coach-263/37871)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 128\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 2:15am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/special-guest-justin-williams-ask-a-cycling-coach-263/37871 "2021-06-16T02:15:38Z")
Justin Williams from L39ION of Los Angeles joins the team to break down his career, sprint tactics, and more in Episode 263 of The Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Youtube Live Video: Topics covered in this … --- ## [Sprinting, FTP Increase, Leadville Equipment and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 210](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sprinting-ftp-increase-leadville-equipment-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-210/17759)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 5:48am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/sprinting-ftp-increase-leadville-equipment-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-210/17759 "2021-03-29T05:48:11Z")
Clif Bar Racing’s Pete Morris will join us for a deep dive into the mechanics of a sprint, how much FTP increase you can expect in a year, equipment tips for the Leadville 100, how to regain motivation and more! Youtube… --- ## [Weight vs. Power, Failed Workouts, Junk Miles and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 291](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/weight-vs-power-failed-workouts-junk-miles-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-291/49753)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2021, 10:13pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/weight-vs-power-failed-workouts-junk-miles-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-291/49753 "2021-03-25T22:13:10Z")
Weight goals can seem like they are at odds with power goals, but there is a healthy way to achieve both. We’ll cover this as well as whether it is better to struggle through a workout or bail early, what is the definiti… --- ## [Asthma, Timing Strength Training, Race-Day Nutrition and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 280](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/asthma-timing-strength-training-race-day-nutrition-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-280/44729)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2021, 1:13pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/asthma-timing-strength-training-race-day-nutrition-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-280/44729 "2021-03-12T13:13:23Z")
Why is asthma so prevalent in endurance sports, how to time your strength training with endurance training, ideal race-day nutrition and more in Episode 280 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Youtube Live Video: … --- ## [DIY Sauna - Science Podcast #1](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/diy-sauna-science-podcast-1/54168)
**Author:** [@rsbrenkus](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/rsbrenkus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2021, 1:36am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/diy-sauna-science-podcast-1/54168 "2021-02-27T01:36:45Z")
After listening to the science of getting faster podcast #1, I am looking into building a DIY Sauna with a garden grow tent, infrared lights, etc. Anyone out there build a DIY Sauna? A pre-built fancy one is not in the… --- ## [4.0w/kg Through Consistent Training with Casper Green – Successful Athletes Podcast 38](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/4-0w-kg-through-consistent-training-with-casper-green-successful-athletes-podcast-38/52719)
**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2021, 1:11am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/4-0w-kg-through-consistent-training-with-casper-green-successful-athletes-podcast-38/52719 "2021-02-14T01:11:06Z")
Casper Green raised his FTP 70 watts with TrainerRoad while training for local group rides in Houston, Texas, all while being a busy father and working a demanding job in home automation. Tune in to find out the small ch… --- ## [Off Season, Power Imbalances, Workout Fuel Timing and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 234](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/off-season-power-imbalances-workout-fuel-timing-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-234/24740)
**Author:** [@Tucker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Tucker)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2021, 11:05pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/off-season-power-imbalances-workout-fuel-timing-and-more-ask-a-cycling-coach-234/24740 "2021-02-13T23:05:40Z")
How to plan your offseason, fixing power imbalances, optimal timing for workout fuel and more will be covered in Episode 234 of The Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Youtube Live Video: Topics covered in thi… [Next page](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/tag/podcast/94.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=podcast)