Best TrainingPeaks Podcasts (2024)

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Season 6 Ep 8 — Behind the Scenes of Tour de France Nutrition with Iñigo San Millán 32:44

2d ago32:44

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In this special episode for the Tour de France, Iñigo San Millán, a performance coach for UAE Team Emirates, shares his expertise on how race-day nutrition is meticulously planned and adjusted using race data from TrainingPeaks. We'll discuss the critical differences in fueling demands for various stages of the Tour, the importance of individualize…

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Episode 99 - Heat Training, The Drink Mix vs Gel Debate, and Zwift vs TrainingPeaks 21:39

22d ago21:39

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode Dylan and I are answering questions on heat adaptations, fueling with drink mix vs gels, and whether or not to use Zwift or other platforms as a replacement for TrainingPeaks for plan building and…

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RERUN | Episode 18 - Altitude Training 1:12:23

2h ago1:12:23

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Howdy friends. Welcome back to episode 18 of The Matchbox podcast presented by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host Adam Saban and I’ve got a bit of an update to provide for y’all this week. I’m sad to announce that my co-host, Andrew Giniat, is no longer with us. No, not like that, he’s just decided to part ways with Ignition Coach Co in lieu of anoth…

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Manuel Sola Arjona - The Nature of Training and complexity science | EP#437 1:15:07

38m ago1:15:07

1:15:07

Manuel Sola Arjona is a cycling coach and former professional cyclist, author of the book "The Nature of Training", and host of the popular Spanish podcast "Rendimiento Evolutivo". IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Complexity science, complex systems and endurance performance -The risks of reductionism in training and in sports science -An evolu…

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Coaches Falling for the Bait and Switch 9:37

11h ago9:37

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In this episode, I discuss a topic that's been on my mind: the "Bait and Switch" tactics some coaching platforms use. These platforms often offer seemingly great deals with cheap or "free for coaches" subscriptions and lucrative referral programs. But there's a catch—they also sell plans and self-coaching services directly to athletes, potentially …

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Episode 101 - What to do When Things Don’t Go to Plan and Active Recovery Fun 35:16

7d ago35:16

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking training plan modifications based on setbacks and fun ways to mix in active recovery. Today’s show is also brought to you by Flow Formulas. Head over to flowformulas.com today to che…

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Season 6 Ep 7 — The Parallels of Gaming and Sports: Mental Tactics and Coaching with Amine Issa 1:00:02

8d ago1:00:02

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In this special episode, we explore the insights of Amine Issa, Ph.D., on the intersection of gaming and numerous disciplines, such as esports, Formula 1, and even the military. Amine has spent 25 years obsessively playing video games and even competed professionally. He spent five years researching the extremes of human performance at the Mayo Cli…

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Episode 100 - Group Dynamics, Electrolyte Management, Cramping, and Dialing Your Nutrition 38:52

14d ago38:52

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the 100th episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode Drew and Kaitlyn took the lead as I was out of town on business. They answer questions on gravel racing group dynamics and how to go about balancing electrolyte replacement to avoid cramping, along…

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Rachael Maney, National Director of Bike Law | EP#436 1:03:42

20d ago1:03:42

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Rachael Maney is the National Director of Bike Law, a network of independent bike crash lawyers with the goal of being cycling advocates as well as legal advocates and to pursue cycling justice. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Cycling and road safety -How crashes with motorists occur, and what you can (and cannot) do to protect yourself -Under…

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Season 6 Ep 6 — Determining Recovery Protocols for Training with Coach John Wakefield 44:05

21d ago44:05

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In this episode, we sit down with John Wakefield, the managing director of Science to Sport and performance coach with the Bora-hansgrohe World Tour cycling team. John, from Cape Town, South Africa, shares his insights from years of coaching and an advanced training facility in Girona, Spain. Understand why recovery is the key to progression and ho…

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Episode 98 - Determining Potential 20:04

29d ago20:04

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks mini episode Drew and I are answering a question on how one can determine their potential in sport and the role coaches play in doing so. Today’s show is also brought to you by Flow Formulas. Head over to …

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Episode 97 - Strength Training for Time Crunched Athletes and Category Upgrade Transitions 38:53

1M ago38:53

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode Drew and I are getting into how to account for strength training in a time crunched program and we also give some advice on how to transition between categories when it comes time for those coveted…

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David McNamee - training, racing, and insights from 18 years in triathlon | EP#435 1:07:58

1M ago1:07:58

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David McNamee is a two-time podium finisher in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, ranked 17th in the PTO World Rankings, and a T100 contracted athlete from Scotland, living in Girona. In this interview we talk about his season, his training, and learnings from 18 years in the sport about what works and what doesn't. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEA…

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Dirk Friel - co-founder of TrainingPeaks | EP#434 1:15:18

1M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Dirk Friel, co-founder of TrainingPeaks, joins us to discuss the past, present and future of the platform. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The history of TrainingPeaks -Upcoming features and innovations on the platform -TrainingPeaks as a platform for expert instruction -Common complaints and criticism towards TrainingPeaks -The future of AI i…

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Episode 96 - Training on Less Than 1hr/Day, Strength Maintenance, and Aid Station Planning 40:34

1M ago40:34

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking how to structure your training if you have less than 1hr per day to workout, what a strength maintenance phase should look like, and best practices for utilizing aid stations during l…

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Luke Watson, NTPCW head coach - Training talk | EP#433 1:54:01

2M ago1:54:01

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Luke Watson is the performance head coach of the National Triathlon Performance Centre Wales in Cardiff, a development environment for both short-course and long-course triathletes with world-class potential. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Luke's coaching methodology and training principles -The evolution of triathlon and how to adapt to chan…

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Episode 95 - Z2 Training and Finding Your LT1, VO2max, and Rest Intervals 52:37

2M ago52:37

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. Show host, Adam Saban, was out of the office during this recording so Ignition Co-founder, Drew Dillman, took the lead and also invited Ignition coach, Will Pfeiffer, to join the show. The crew talks about Z2 training and how to estimate your LT1 to …

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ROI of run training, the importance of hills, rethinking race selection - Coaching thoughts | EP#432 54:15

2M ago54:15

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A new format to the podcast (although familiar to readers of the Scientific Triathlon newsletter), I go solo and discuss three topics I've been thinking about recently in my coaching practice, and how you might think about them to become a better (and even happier!) triathlete. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The ROI of swim, bike and run trai…

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Episode 94 - Ultra Endurance Fueling and Pacing Strategies and Cross Country Mountain Bike Training Volume 30:41

2M ago30:41

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking ultra endurance race fueling and pacing, as well as optimal training volume for cross country mountain bike racing. Today’s show is also brought to you by Flow Formulas. In case you h…

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Season 6 Ep 5 — Applying Elite Training Science to All Athletes with Björn Geesmann 54:38

2M ago54:38

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Björn Geesman is a German-based sports scientist and coach. He is also the CEO of HYCYS coaching company and co-founder of power & pace. He works with pro triathletes Patrick Lange and Kat Matthews, among other big names in endurance sports. In this episode, Dirk and Björn dive into everything from wind tunnel testing tunnels and bike selection bas…

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Andy Blow of Precision Fuel & Hydration | Bonus Episode 24:36

2M ago24:36

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Bonus episode with Andy Blow, founder of Precision Fuel & Hydration. SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/ SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan …

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Christophe Balestra - Obstri, PTO, and Fantasy Tri | EP#431 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

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Christophe Balestra is a (retired) amateur triathlete with a background in game development. He has brought his talents to the triathlon space with products such as The Obsessed Triathlete (obstri), the PTO's stats pages, and Fantasy Triathlon on The Daily Tri. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The story behind obstri.com, and why Ironman wanted…

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Episode 93 - Tire Inserts, Coaching Athletes with Medical Conditions, and How to Carry Your Tools 25:50

2M ago25:50

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking recommended tire inserts for XC racing, how we approach coaching athletes with medical conditions, and how to carry all of your tools during races. Today’s show is also brought to you…

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Episode 92 - Training Through Injuries, Everesting Prep, and Ramp Test vs 20min FTP Protocol 31:22

2M ago31:22

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Episode 92 - Training Through Injuries, Everesting Prep, and Ramp Test vs 20min FTP Protocol Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode Drew and I are talking about how to approach training through injuries, preparation ideas for Everesting…

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Episode 91 - L/R Power Imbalances, Goal Setting 101, and VO2max Training 36:18

3M ago36:18

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking left/right power imbalances, the basics of goal setting, and getting into some nuances of VO2max training. Today’s show is also brought to you by Flow Formulas. We’re already a third …

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Exhaust the Body - Tame the Mind 9:27

3M ago9:27

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Lately, my focus has been scattered, thinking about multiple tasks at once. I'm revisiting 'Exhaust the Body - Tame the Mind' to see how it helps with my mental clarity. You can read the full blog here https://trainingtilt.com/exhaust-the-body-tame-the-mind You can watch the video version here https://youtu.be/LgKWVYfu6lk Training Tilt is an all in…

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Episode 90 - Creatine, Living and Training in Leadville, Tires for Barry Roubaix, and the Balancing Act of Block Weeks 40:22

3M ago40:22

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and this weeks episode we’re talking about creatine, living and training at high elevations, tire recommendations for Barry Roubaix, and the balancing act of block week training. Today’s show is also brought to you by Flow …

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Season 6 Ep 4 — How to Utilize Running Power Metrics with Dr. Will O'Connor 1:06:01

3M ago1:06:01

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Dr. Will O'Connor takes us through the nuances of using running power in training. Will and Dirk get into the scientific side of power meters, discuss the accuracy and data consistency from devices like Stryd and other wearables, and learn how to use critical power zones to break down the metabolic costs of running variable terrain. Will also touch…

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Melanie McQuaid | EP#430 1:57:56

3M ago1:57:56

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Melanie McQuaid is a triathlon coach and veteran professional triathlete. In 2023 she became the first ever 50-year-old to qualify for and race in the professional field in the Ironman World Championships in Kona. In this interview we discuss that feat and Mel's general thoughts on longevity in the sport and on maintaining performance at an older a…

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Episode 89 - Incorporating Multi-sport Training, Running vs Cycling Power, and Fueling for Early Morning Workouts 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and this week on the show we’re talking about cross training in preparation for your event, variations between running and cycling power numbers, and how to fuel those early morning workouts. Today’s show is also brought to…

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Bex Milnes | EP#429 1:49:07

3M ago1:49:07

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Bex Milnes is a triathlon coach of age-group and professional athletes with over 15 years of experience in endurance sports. She has helped multiple athletes and teams achieve Paralympic and Commonwealth medals, as well as pro and age group podiums in Ironman and Ironman 70.3 racing. In this interview we discuss the training of age-group athletes t…

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Is TrainingPeaks Too Expensive? 14:07

3M ago14:07

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Today's episode dives into the often-discussed topic of TrainingPeaks' pricing. While some coaches find it on the pricier side, we're taking a closer look at the value it offers, especially given its extensive features tailored for endurance coaching. Sure, it's not without its flaws, particularly in how it serves the coaching community, but there'…

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Episode 88 - What is the Build Phase and How to Structure Tempo Training 36:24

3M ago36:24

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Episode 88 - What is the Build Phase and How to Structure Tempo Training Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and this week on the show we’re talking about some of the semantics that make up the build phase as well as how to appropriately structure your tempo …

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Episode 87 - Training for Flat Races and Pairing Weight Loss/Management While Training 31:35

4M ago31:35

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and this week on the show we’re talking about how to train for flat races when you don’t have access to flat terrain and also providing some tips for managing weight loss amidst regular training. Today’s show is also brough…

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RERUN - Episode 25 - The Coach-Athlete Relationship 43:10

4M ago43:10

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Hello Hello Hello everyone. welcome back to The Matchbox podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host Adam Saban and Today is the official kickoff episode for season 2 of the show. We took a little end of season break to reset and revamp the show but we’re excited to be back in the studio and continue bringing all of you the training-related…

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Season 6 Ep 3 — Kristin Armstrong: Navigating an Era of Wearables, Data & Social Platforms 58:14

4M ago58:14

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Kristin Armstrong talks coaching strategies in a data-driven world filled with wearables and social platforms. With the advancement of technology and platforms, there is a growing tension between positives and negatives when it comes to data, wearable devices and social media. The challenges of managing this tension have become heightened for young…

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Selling Sawdust 11:39

4M ago11:39

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Ever heard of the business phrase "selling sawdust"? It's a marketing concept drawn from a very traditional business, sawmills. A by-product of milling timber is of course sawdust. Sawdust is a product in itself but sawdust is not made to sell, it’s just created as part of the process of making a different product. The sawdust is not wasted though,…

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Tomasz Kowalski | EP#428 1:25:02

4M ago1:25:02

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Tomasz (Tomek) Kowalski, is a triathlon coach and sport scientist from Poland. Tomek's coaching experience includes working with both elite and age-group triathletes, including coaching Ironman World Champions in their respective age-groups, and in his academic work his main focus is on the effect of respiratory muscle training (RMT) on endurance p…

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Episode 86 - Maximizing Time at Elevation and Avoiding the Race Day Blow Up 34:48

4M ago34:48

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Episode 86 - Maximizing Time at Elevation and Avoiding the Race Day Blow Up Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and this week on the show we’re talking about how to maximize your time when training at altitude for short stints as well as ways to fine tune you…

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