Best Velo Performance Simon de Burgh Podcasts (2024)

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Training sessions that make masters cyclist faster climbers 10:00

5M ago10:00

10:00

What's the point of training, Why don't we just ride our bikes to get fit? From experience coaching master cyclists and myself using the methods I'm just about to talk about they are all stronger, faster better climbers than anyone who "Just rides their bikes" If you want to improve your average speed over longer distances and climb hills faster st…

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Enhancing Cycling Speed, Power, Health, and Longevity: Strength Training for Masters Cyclists. 22:19

6M ago22:19

22:19

In the first of 4 podcasts about training effectively for master cyclists to get and stay fast on their bike, improve health, and increase longevity and quality of life I talk to Chris from Bar Bells and Bikes. Chris is a keen cyclist and strength and conditioning expert. We talk about why master cyclists should focus on lifting, how to progress fr…

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Blood Glucose Monitors, Carbohydrate and Insulin (Debunking Myths) 52:50

7M ago52:50

52:50

In this podcast, I talk to Renee McGregor about carbohydrates, and sugar and why they DON'T make you instantly gain body fat. We get deep into the subject of Blood Glucose Monitors, why they are useful and why companies that produce them are misleading and potentially harming our understanding of health and nutrition. Key Takeaways From The Podcast…

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Effective winter training for masters cyclists 40:22

8M ago40:22

40:22

I speak to Pete and Sue the other coaches at Velo Performance in this episode. We clarify the misconception between insulin and carbohydrates and talk about what older cyclists should be focusing on with their bike training at this time of year and why they should be lifting heavy for strength, power and overall health.…

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Motivation is a lie and what to do about it - with Jens Heitland 1:04:39

9M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

In this podcast, Jens and I talk about the LIE of motivation and how discipline and the act of DOING are the motivation you are looking for, more importantly, we talk about ways everyone can change their habits and thoughts to get even more from themselves. Jens is an innovator in leadership who has worked with global companies like Ikea to help ma…

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Coach Sue Discusses Cycling Training Through Menopause: How To Fuel Your Ride And Boost Your Power. 1:07:50

10M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

In this episode, I talk to Velo Performance coach Sue Allen our Menopause Specialist coach about how to effectively train through Menopause to stay fit, and maintain performance and energy levels. In this episode, we also talk about nutrition and what female cyclists should be focusing on to look and feel stronger and more energised.…

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Inspirational Guest Louise Harris On Becoming A World Record Holder 1:05:12

11M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

In this episode, I interview Louise Harris who took on the challenge of breaking the world record cycling from Lands End To John'Ogroats and back to Lands End. This is a fascinating chat about her adventure, how much money she raised for Galgos Del Sol and some of the challenges she faced along the way. Her account of hallucinating when riding deep…

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Coaching masters cyclists to be the best on and off the bike 43:18

12M ago43:18

43:18

In this episode, I go solo and talk about my ethos of coaching, the most important aspects of training all masters cyclists should focus on, discuss nutrition and why its important that masters cyclists need to eat differently than the mainstream media suggest and have a rant about some of the dumbest things I've seen on the internet recently Body …

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Richie Sheeran Inspirational Guest - From Cancer Diagnosis To Gold, Silver and Bronze. 1:01:04

1y ago1:01:04

1:01:04

In this podcast, I chat with Richie Sheerin about his cancer diagnosis his battle through groundbreaking stem cell therapy getting back on the bike and setting his sights to compete and win at the transplant games in Australia 2023. This is a jaw-dropping interview about one person's determination to not let cancer beat him and why the bike means s…

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Healthy diets and habits that improve performance and longevity with Rebecca Guy 1:06:09

1y ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Rebecca Guy is an experienced nutritionist who works with swim teams, athletes, and the general public to assist them make the best dietary decisions for peak performance. Along with providing her customers with the best evidence-based knowledge, she also works more closely with them to help them develop sustainable behaviours that will last a life…

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Inspirational Guest - Andy Petersen 2219KMS in 7 days 1:00:03

1y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Andy is my first inspirational guest on the podcast. At 55 he took on an ambitious challenge to cycle 4 points in the UK cycling 2219 KMS in 7 days training charity for the 40TUDE Org a charity that is doing amazing things to beat colon cancer. Andy talks about his struggles fitting training around a very busy work schedule, how we made sure he foc…

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Why strength training will make you a faster cyclist as you age and live longer 56:26

1+ y ago56:26

56:26

In this month's podcast, I speak to Chris Gibson (BSC CSCS EXOS) to talk about why strength training is critical for performance and ageing well. We cover what you should be doing in the gym, what are the best reps, sets and what forms of strength training are pointless and why. If you find this podcast helpful please leave a review and share it wi…

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What is possible as a cyclist as you age? Challenging boundaries! 11:14

1+ y ago11:14

11:14

Hey there, welcome to the Velo Performance cycling podcast aimed at master cyclists. As an experienced cycling coach in my 50s, I understand the unique challenges faced by master cyclists. Certainly from my own experience, I'm pushing back on age, I lift heavy, regularly include hard efforts on the bike and eat well. EPISODE 1: In this first podcas…

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Training sessions that make masters cyclist faster climbers 10:00

1
Enhancing Cycling Speed, Power, Health, and Longevity: Strength Training for Masters Cyclists. 22:19

1
Blood Glucose Monitors, Carbohydrate and Insulin (Debunking Myths) 52:50

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Effective winter training for masters cyclists 40:22

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Motivation is a lie and what to do about it - with Jens Heitland 1:04:39

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Coach Sue Discusses Cycling Training Through Menopause: How To Fuel Your Ride And Boost Your Power. 1:07:50

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Inspirational Guest Louise Harris On Becoming A World Record Holder 1:05:12

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Coaching masters cyclists to be the best on and off the bike 43:18

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Richie Sheeran Inspirational Guest - From Cancer Diagnosis To Gold, Silver and Bronze. 1:01:04

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Healthy diets and habits that improve performance and longevity with Rebecca Guy 1:06:09

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Inspirational Guest - Andy Petersen 2219KMS in 7 days 1:00:03

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Why strength training will make you a faster cyclist as you age and live longer 56:26

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What is possible as a cyclist as you age? Challenging boundaries! 11:14

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