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Successful Athletes Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad

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The Successful Athletes Podcast makes you faster with athlete interviews that dig into the details of outstanding accomplishments. From world record performances to personal records and life changing health improvements, get an inside look at what it takes to get faster.

Episodes

4.0w/kg Through Consistent Training with Casper Green – Successful Athletes Podcast 38

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 changes he made to lose 35 pounds and how he used consistent, low-volume training to reach 4.0 W/kg in episode 38 of the Successful Athletes Podcast. • Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.TrainerRoad.com/forum • Be a guest on the Successful Athletes Podcas...

Feb 08, 202125 min

106w FTP Improvement on Low-Volume Training with Stephen Morina – Successful Athletes Podcast 37

Stephen Morina is a cellar worker at a winery in Napa Valley, California. It’s a beautiful place to ride, but a demanding and physically challenging job, and Stephen is on his feet for up to 12 hours a day. Using low-volume training with TrainerRoad and smart approaches to motivation, nutrition, and rest, Stephen added 106w to his FTP in less than a year. Find out how he’s achieved such impressive results amidst his busy and exhausting schedule. • Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum...

Feb 01, 202134 min

5w/kg on Low Volume Training with Michael Brophy – Successful Athletes Podcast 36

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 with his friends, he’s managed to maintain over 5w/kg with diligent early morning workouts. Find out what he does to enable the sort of consistency he needs to achieve such a high level of performance. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.TrainerRoad.com/forum Be a guest on the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://bit...

Jan 25, 202144 min

+4.0w/kg with World Championship Competitor Jessica Kuepfer – Successful Athletes Podcast 35

Jessica Kuepfer is an accomplished multisport athlete that has used TrainerRoad to get faster for everything from criteriums to IRONMAN and Adventure Racing. Find out how Jessica trains for each of these disciplines, how she balances the training with her demanding career as a Communications Director for a national corporation, and what she does to improve in this episode of the Successful Athletes Podcast. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.TrainerRoad.com/forum Be a ...

Jan 18, 202151 min

+70w and a Bucket List Ride with Octavio Flores Quintero – Successful Athletes Podcast 34

Octavio Flores Quintero used TrainerRoad to raise his FTP by 70 watts and prepare for Vallartazo – an absolute dream ride from the high mountains of Western Mexico to the coastal paradise of Puerto Vallarta. Learn how Octavio trained for this event, including how he raised his FTP and improved at VO2 Max intervals, plus how he prepared for and executed a multi-day event and much more in Episode 34 of the Successful Athletes Podcast. • Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www...

Jan 11, 202142 min

+90w and TT National Championship with Egert Purre – Successful Athletes Podcast 33

Egert Purre earned an Estonian Age Group National Time Trial Championship and raised his FTP 90 watts while using TrainerRoad. Coming from a running and triathlon background, Egert proved stereotypes wrong by winning on a highly technical course and managing very complex pacing requirements. In this episode we dig into all the details of Egert’s training, equipment, nutrition and race day execution to find out what it takes to become a national champion. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoa...

Jan 04, 202154 min

+80w FTP During Med School with Cam Seamons - Successful Athletes Podcast 31

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 he manages a 50-hour work week and uses low-volume training for long-distance cycling and running in episode 31 of the Successful Athletes Podcast. • Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/3mFVaH4 • Be a guest on the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://bit.ly/3n...

Dec 21, 202036 min

Cat 2 Upgrade and +48w FTP with Laura Alagna - Successful Athletes Podcast 30

Laura Alagna never thought she’d be standing on top of podiums and earning her Cat 2 upgrade, but with structured training on TrainerRoad and a lot of hard work, she made it happen. Listen in as Laura shares what she has done to make her successful in cyclocross, how she had to pivot and change focus when she changed categories, and how she used TrainerRoad to make it all happen. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: www.TrainerRoad.com/forum Be a guest on the Successful Athletes Pod...

Dec 14, 202055 min

+41w and Ultra-Endurance on Low-Volume Training with Doug Moore – Successful Athletes Podcast 28

Doug Moore raised his FTP by 41 watts with TrainerRoad while training for a multi-day 415 mile ride across the state of Utah, all while being a busy father of 5 with a demanding career and a farm to take care of. Find out how he balanced his training and made low volume training work for ultra endurance in episode 28 of the Successful Athletes Podcast. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: www.TrainerRoad.com/Forum ---------------------------------------------------------------------...

Nov 30, 202042 min

+34w and Recovery from a Horrific Accident with Sloane Tilley – Successful Athletes Podcast 27

Sloane Tilley used TrainerRoad to recover from being hit by a car and raised her FTP by 34 watts. Tune in to learn how Sloane returned to training after multiple surgeries and a head injury, how she manages fear from her accident, and how she trained to come back even stronger. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: www.TrainerRoad.com/Forum ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MO...

Nov 23, 202042 min

+70% FTP, Sub 10 IM and Crit Racing with Joe Byrne – Successful Athletes Podcast 26

Joe Byrne used TrainerRoad to raise his FTP by 70% and log an incredible sub-10 IRONMAN time in terrible conditions, then he changed gears to try something new. Joe is now working his way up the road race classification system in Ireland and proving you don’t need a huge FTP to be successful. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: www.TrainerRoad.com/Forum ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT TRAINERROAD...

Nov 16, 202055 min

+30 Watts and Winning Races at 64 with Lydia Gould – Successful Athletes Podcast 25

“I’m too old to improve” was Lydia’s Gould’s thought before signing up for TrainerRoad in March 2020. Since then she has raised her FTP by 30 watts, turned VO2 work from a weakness to a strength, won races, and found motivation to get faster and reach bigger goals. Tune in to Episode 25 for insight into how she has had success at short and intense races like CX and ultra-endurance events, how she has successfully managed a lifelong battle with an eating disorder and how she approaches her traini...

Nov 09, 202054 min

140 FTP to IRONMAN AG Win with Sika Henry – Successful Athletes Podcast 24

Sika Henry is determined to succeed and is changing the face of IRONMAN triathlon. From her roots in collegiate track & field to her rapid improvement in triathlon, Sika has created a strong process of improvement that will see her become the first African-American woman to hold a pro card in IRONMAN triathlon. Tune in to find out how this Age-Group winner improves and pushes through adversity, including a near-career ending crash and competing unexpectedly at the 2019 IRONMAN World Championship...

Nov 02, 20201 hr 1 min

How a Pro Supercross Racer Trains with Justin Brayton – Successful Athletes Podcast 23

Justin Brayton is one of the best Supercross racers in the world and he uses cycling and structured training with TrainerRoad to achieve success. Learn how he uses principles of periodization, training intensity, stress balance and more to be one of the world's most elite athletes. Justin Brayton on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/9534866 • Justin Brayton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinbrayton Continue the discussion with Justin on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/31C...

Oct 26, 202057 min

+70 Watt FTP Increase with Triathlete John Tarrant – Successful Athletes Podcast 22

Hear from Jon Tarrant about how he used TrainerRoad to train for his first triathlon after coming back from running injuries, how he manages his time to train for all three sports, why setting clear goals for yourself will help you improve and more in Episode 22 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. John Tarrant on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/9534866 Continue the discussion with John on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/70-watt-ftp-increase-with-triathlete-john...

Oct 19, 202050 min

Lotoja Podium From Dead Last with Will Stinger – Successful Athletes 021

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 21 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Will Stinger on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/5664316 Will’s TrainerRoad Career: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/wbstinger Continue the discussion with Will on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/30YcBds -------------------...

Oct 12, 20201 hr 6 min

4.8w/kg and 30lb Weight Loss with Jack Turnbull – Successful Athletes 020

How Jack Turnbull used TrainerRoad to go from 3.6-4.8w/kg all the while balancing life and training, breaking through fitness plateaus and injury, and much more in Episode 20 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Jack Turnbull on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/39065342 Jack’s TrainerRoad Career: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/jottersjotters Continue the discussion with Jack on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/3le5d5q -----------------------------------------------------------...

Oct 05, 202034 min

Bikepacking With Indoor Training and Big FTP Gains With Rob Belsom – Successful Athletes 019

Hear from Rob Belsom on how he made big fitness gains through consistent structured training on TrainerRoad, how he fits in his training around family and a busy work schedule, how he tackles massive bike packing events with low volume training and more in Episode 019 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Rob Belsom on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1825338 Rob Belsom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbo1234biking/ Rob’s TrainerRoad Career: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/...

Sep 28, 202033 min

80w FTP Increase on Low Volume Training with Jon Kaslow – Successful Athletes 018

Jon Kaslow joins the podcast to discuss how you can tackle your goal events with low volume training, why fueling your workouts and proper nutrition is important for performance, plus Jon’s tips for athletes new to TrainerRoad and more in Episode 18 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Jon Kaslow on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/23207350 Jon Kaslow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kashmoneyhomey/ Jon’s TrainerRoad Career: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/jkaslow Continue th...

Sep 21, 202034 min

350w FTP While Working Nightshift with Jozsef Evans – Successful Athletes 017

Hear how Jozsef added 50 Watts to his FTP through consistency and dedication to his training to make big gains in his power to weight ratio, including why he started training with structure, how to find motivating goals, how he balances his training with a variable work schedule and more in Episode 17 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Jozsef Evans on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/31469240 Jozsef Evans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evansjozsef/ Jozsef’s TrainerRoad Career: h...

Sep 14, 202045 min

Pro MTB on a Mid-Volume Training Plan with Sparky Sears – Successful Athletes 016

Sparky Sears is a professional mountain biker with an unconventional path. With roots in classical ballet and her intro to the sport of cycling being enduro, Sparky continues to forge her own path with balancing a full-time career and training with TrainerRoad as a professional mountain bike racer. Sparky Sears on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imoir/ Noah Sears on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahsears/?hl=en Sparky Sears on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/719703 Sparky’s ...

Sep 08, 202047 min

Big Power to Weight Increase with Brad Kundracik – Successful Athletes Podcast 015

Hear how Brad Kundracik made a massive increase on his watts per kilo by going from a 265 watt FTP at 265 pounds, to a 365 watt FTP at 230 lbs, including how he used structure from TrainerRoad to get faster, how Brad balances his training around work and family and more in Episode 15 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Brad Kundracik on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/locotex/?hl=en Brad Kundracik on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/31915221 ------------------------------------------...

Aug 31, 202028 min

Track to Ultra Endurance Fat Bike Racing with Amanda Harvey – Successful Athletes Podcast 014

Going from a track racer to an ultra-endurance fat biker, hear how Amanda Harvey races 135 mile races through the snow, ice and freezing cold temperatures, including her nutrition, fat bike setup, the mindset needed to be able to take on big, scary goals and more in Episode 14 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Amanda Harvey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandi042/ Amanda Harvey on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/14915397 Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https:...

Aug 24, 202050 min

From Downhill Racer to IRONMAN with Thorsten Gross – Successful Athletes Podcast 013

From being a nationally ranked downhill mountain biker to qualifying for IRONMAN 70.3 World Champs, learn how Thorsten Gross has become a successful athlete across a wide range of disciplines in Episode 13 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Thorsten’s TrainerRoad Career: https://bit.ly/3azE74l Thorsten Gross on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/12626894 Thorsten Gross on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rideracetravel/ Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/3...

Aug 17, 202044 min

Balancing Work, Motherhood and Pro MTB with Sonya Looney – Successful Athletes Podcast 012

Learn from Pro Mountain Biker Sonya Looney on how she balances training, racing and everything that comes with being a pro athlete with being a successful business woman, mother and more in Episode 12 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Watch LIVE this Monday August 10, at 12 pm pst! Sonya’s website: https://www.sonyalooney.com/ Sonya’s TrainerRoad Career: https://bit.ly/2F0bIc5 Sonya Looney on Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/sonyalooney Sonya Looney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s...

Aug 10, 202054 min

Losing 145 Pounds Through Cycling with Jesse Fortson – Successful Athletes Podcast 011

Jesse Fortson joins the podcast to discuss his weight loss journey of losing 145 pounds, going from 345 to 200 pounds, including Jesse’s insights to eating healthier and cutting calories, why a high carb diet works for him, how Jesse stays motivated to train and more in Episode 11 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Jesse Fortson on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/27388?oq=jesse Jesse Fortson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessefortson/ TrainerRoad Blog – How to Lose Weight Thro...

Aug 03, 202042 min

Cycling Through Adversity with Carly Williamson – Successful Athletes Podcast Episode 010

Learn how Carly used TrainerRoad and cycling to help her deal with the hardships and adversity of being a care-giver for her husband who had terminal cancer, how she dealt with mental challenges, why taking time for yourself is important and more in Episode 10 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Carly Williamson on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/12977750 Carly Williamson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/czcycles/ Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://bit.ly/2C...

Jul 27, 202051 min

Mountain Bike Stage Race Veterans Alex Mallet and Brandon Watson – Successful Athletes Podcast 009

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 workload on and off the bike, how they deal with the psychological challenges of a mountain bike stage race, their pacing strategies and more in Episode 009 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Alex Mallet on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/809306 Alex Mallet on Instagram: http...

Jul 20, 202050 min

Off The Couch to Sub-9 Leadville in 9 Months with David Curtis – Successful Athletes Podcast 008

David Curtis discusses how diet, structured interval training with TrainerRoad, and lifestyle changes got him from total beginner to going 8:23:13 at the Leadville 100 using TrainerRoad. Learn more in Episode 008 of The Successful Athletes Podcast. Check out David’s training career in TrainerRoad: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/dcurtis David’s Leadville 100 Ride: https://www.trainerroad.com/app/career/dcurtis/rides/60544023-lt100-2019 Find David on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes...

Jul 13, 202052 min

Overcoming Dwarfism in Triathlon with Zach Josie - Successful Athletes Podcast 007

We can all learn a lot from the challenges Zach Josie has faced as an athlete with dwarfism in the sport of triathlon. From technique adjustment, strategically balancing strengths and weaknesses and bike setup changes, Zach shares what changes and adjustments he has made in the training process so we can become faster. Continue the discussion on the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.trainerroad.com/forum -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Jul 06, 202051 min