Best GC Coaching Podcasts (2024)

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Mark Cavendish's Coach Vasilis Anastopoulos On His Tour de France Record 42:22

40m ago42:22

42:22

In this episode, Anthony sits down with Vasilis Anastopoulos, the mastermind behind Mark Cavendishs preparation for his record-breaking attempt at this year's Tour de France. We delve into the meticulous preparation that went into trying to surpass Eddy Merckx's stage-victory record, including in-depth discussions on aerodynamics, specific training…

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The Thrills & Challenges of Bike-packing Eastern European 37:02

16m ago37:02

37:02

In this solo episode, I dive into my latest bikepacking adventure across Eastern Europe, covering 1,500km through Albania, Bosnia, Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy. From navigating remote roads to embracing the simplicity of life on two wheels, I share the highs, lows, and everything in between. Tune in for a raw and authentic recount of this unforgett…

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Why Foot Health is the Missing Link in Your Training With Dr Courtney Conley 38:50

22m ago38:50

38:50

When it comes to gait, foot health, and the intricate relationship between footwear and movement, there is often a lack of understanding. This makes today’s discussion particularly significant. Anthony chats with Dr. Courtney Conley, an internationally recognised foot and gait specialist. While the importance of proper bike fitting, stretching, and…

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Crazy 20% Slopes: GC Showdown Recap | La Vuelta Stage 4 24:20

7d ago24:20

24:20

Today Anthony and Sarah breakdown Stage 4 of La Vuelta. Today was a day for the GC riders as they entered the mountains and tackled those crazy 20% gradients. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it through 24/7 monitoring. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠join.whoop.com/Roadman⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a free mo…

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This Is How To Execute The PERFECT Sprint | La Vuelta Stage 3 27:12

1h ago27:12

27:12

Today Sarah and Anthony talk about the drama that unfolded in Stage 3 of La Vuelta Espana. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it through 24/7 monitoring. Go to ⁠⁠⁠join.whoop.com/Roadman⁠⁠⁠ to get a free month’s WHOOP membership on me! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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The Closest Tour de France Finish Ever & La Vuelta Stage 2 30:18

1h ago30:18

30:18

In todays episode we bring you our live podcast following La Vuelta Espana. But Anthony and Sarah couldn't but open the podcast without talking about the final day of the Tour de France Femme and the drama that unfolded on Alp d'Huez! WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improve it th…

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Lets Talk About It EP 7 - Unleash the power of "The Underdog" with listener Renan White 41:53

2d ago41:53

41:53

The Power of the "UnderDog". When we embarked on the journey of sharing the mental performance stories of some of our listeners little did we know just how big an impact the Mental Mastery Golf Podcast has had for many everyday golfers. In this episode, Renan, a Day 1 Listener steps out from behind the earbuds to share and discuss his journey and c…

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Undercover Cycling Drug Detectives - Rider Support 35:29

14d ago35:29

35:29

It’s been revealed that Americas Anti Doping Agency (USADA) has been using undercover agents/athletes to spy on team mates that dope. The World governing body (WADA) has come out to say that it does not support these actions. Anthony and Sarah discuss this plus loads more listener questions! WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, an…

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Lucas Clarke : Race Across America Record Breaker 40:32

17m ago40:32

40:32

Lucas Clarke joins Anthony today to chat with him about his record breaking time in the famous Race Across America. This is one of the most gruelling endurance events in the world and Lucas shares the story about this monumental achievement. WHOOP Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps you understand and proactively improv…

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Unbound 200 Winner Rosa Klöser 35:44

17d ago35:44

35:44

Today Anthony chats with Rosa Klöser. Rosa clinched victory in a thrilling sprint finish at the 2024 UNBOUND 200, setting the fastest women's time on record. Despite a flat tire and a fall, she managed to overcome a two-minute deficit, ultimately crossing the finish line in first place. Rosa's story is unique in that she is only started competitive…

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Top 5 Things Top Coaches Agree You Should NEVER Do - Rider Support 36:10

19d ago36:10

36:10

In todays Rider Support a listener writes in with a really interesting question - what are the 5 things that top coaches agree you should NEVER do. We also talk about Canyons new Aeroad bike, what to do about the club mate who keeps crashing and loads more listener questions. WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it pro…

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From Leadville Wins to Fastest Known Times With Payson McElveen 42:51

26d ago42:51

42:51

Today, Anthony chats with Payson McElveen, an off-road endurance cyclist and mountain bike cross-country marathon rider. Payson is a U.S. national champion and a two-time podium position in the Leadville 100. Despite his impressive athletic achievements, Payson aims to impact the sport in various ways. Through his podcast, "The Adventure Stache," a…

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Exploring Mark Cavendish’s Iconic Career - The Greatest Sprinter Of All Time 17:46

10d ago17:46

17:46

In today's episode Anthony gives us a look back to Mark Cavendish's record breaking career. Anthony chronicles his professional life from his early days racing on the Isle of Man, his teams and struggles on his journey to become The Greatest Sprinter Of All Time. WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it provide every da…

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The Cheap Magic Drink That Pro Riders Use To Boost Their Cycling Powers! - Rider Suport 28:17

26d ago28:17

28:17

Are you over trained? What are the signs? What are the most comfortable cycling shoes and THAT performance enhancing drink the pros swear by ... and it's backed up in science! WHOOP Sarah and I have been using WHOOP for years and use the data it provide every day to track our metrics. Your health underpins EVERYTHING you do in life, and WHOOP helps…

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Meet Jessica Cuevas Jessica Cuevas, Founder and Creator of Viva la Mami, LLC, is a podcaster, coach, and community builder. 47:16

13d ago47:16

47:16

Jessica Cuevas, is the Founder and Creator of Viva la Mami, LLC, is a podcaster, coach, and community builder. Once Jessica became a mom in 2021, she noticed that there was a lack of representation of Latinas in the motherhood space. She created this platform after seeing negative stereotypes of the Latina mom online and on social media. Coming fro…

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Science-Backed Weight Loss Tips for Cyclists With Kyle Pfaffenbach 52:23

25d ago52:23

52:23

Today, we’re tackling a common challenge for cyclists: diet and weight loss. My goal is to create a definitive guide on how cyclists can lose weight effectively. We’ll start by discussing metabolism and the pitfalls of yo-yo dieting. I’m excited to introduce Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach, a Nutrition Consultant and Associate Professor at Eastern Oregon Univ…

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The Most In Demand Bike Of 2024 -Van Rysel with Jérémie Debeuf 46:55

23d ago46:55

46:55

Todays guest is Jérémie Debeuf who is the Head Of Product at Van Rysel bikes. The cycling community has been totally captivated by the new kid in town - Decathlon World Tour cycling and the success they have had in the peloton on these bikes. Van Rysel have totally overhauled their production of what was previously viewed as a budget bike and produ…

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Pogacar Skips Olympics As A Revolt For His Fiance Not Being Picked? 29:14

28d ago29:14

29:14

What is the real reason Tadej Pogacar is snubbing the Olympic games? Anthony and Sarah chat about the reasons he is skipping the games. Plus, does a bike that's a couple of hundred milligrams heavier really make much of a difference on climbing performance, how do you execute the perfect taper, how to do an unsupported 300km ride and loads more! ⁠⁠…

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Exploring the Fast-Paced World of Keirin Racing with James Pope 41:13

1M ago41:13

41:13

Keirin is a form of motor-paced cycle racing originating from Japan. It involves track cycling where riders sprint for victory following a controlled start behind a motorized or non-motorized pacer. It's a really fun event and one that our guest today is passionate about bringing to cycling fans all over the world. James Pope is the CEO of DerbyWhe…

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Dylan Johnson On HIs Top Ten In The Biggest Gravel Race In The Word - Unbound 40:01

21d ago40:01

40:01

Dylan Johnson joins Anthony for todays podcast. Dylan is always such a popular guest on the show but even more so now after his top ten result in the biggest gravel race in the world Unbound. Dylan is known for his incredible attention to details and today he shares some of his insights to how you can go faster and further on your bike. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Greatest Rivalry In Cycling History | Stage 21 Tour de France 2024 36:24

22d ago36:24

36:24

Is Pogacar Vs Vingegaard the biggest rivalry ever in the history of cycling ? Bigger than Lance and Ulrich? LeMond and Hinault? Today Anthony and Sarah chat about this plus all the highlights from the final stage of the wonderful Tour de France. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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No Handouts:The Aftermath of Pogacar's Decision | Stage 20 Tour de France 2024 42:51

1M ago42:51

42:51

Everyone is talking about Pogacar and the narrative doing the rounds about him being too greedy. Today was a chance to answer those critics with a touch of class maybe and gift Jonas the stage. Does Anthony think that the old traditions of the sport should be upheld or is it time for a new outlook. This plus all the breakdown from Stage 20. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Is Pogacar's Dominance Costing Him Friends? | Stage 19 Tour de France 2024 39:28

1M ago39:28

39:28

Lance Armstrong is back giving his opinion on Pogacar and how his dominance in this years Tour de France is harming his future career, Sarah and Anthony chat about this PLUS more on fuelling strategies, Matteo Jorgenson's professional rise and all the breakdown from Stage 19! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performanc…

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Disaster: What Happened to Ineos? | Stage 18 2024 Tour de France 39:42

1M ago39:42

39:42

No stage wins for INEOS AGAIN. It’s the worst performance of INEOS (formerly Team Sky) in many years. Anthony and Sarah also chat about the 3rd season of Netflix’s Unchained Documentary, plus all the details of how Stage 18 unfolded. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Is Pogacar Looking To Help Remco Come 2nd | Tour de France 2024 Stage 17- 38:30

1M ago38:30

38:30

Is Pogacar actively trying to help Remco beat Jonas in this Tour de France? And is there friendship going to effect the outcome of the podium. We also discuss those Carbon Monoxide rebreather allegations plus give a reaction to all the excitement of stage 17! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Cavendish Accused - Did He Hold onto a Car? | Tour de France 2024 Stage 16 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

In our special Tour de France daily episode we chat about rumours that Cavendish held on to cars on the way up the last climb in order to make the time cut! That plus loads more analysis of Stage 16! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'…

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Tactical Disaster For Vingegaard | Tour de France 2024 Stage 15 31:45

1M ago31:45

31:45

We are covering the final week of the tour de France with daily podcasts chatting about that days stage. Today we chat about the tactical disaster from Team Visma Lease A Bike that has potentially handed the Tour de France win to Pogacar. Loads more insights from todays stage including the time cut, sprint line deviations and more on THAT crisp thr…

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