Consummate Athlete Podcast
Episodes
Are you in a Plateau? Supplements? Post-workout for busy people
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss: - How to know if you are plateauing and what to do about it - Supplements - are they good? - Post-workout for Busy People? ...
Trail Running, Camping & Cooking - Morgan Sjogren
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan Sjogren talks to Molly about Trail Running, Camping, Cooking while camping and ... Living Outlandish. get Outlandish via Amazon ...
Time-Limited Cx Training, Healthy Veg, routines, getting old
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss: - Stand-up desks and recovery - Training for cyclocross with limited time - sticking to routines - any tricks? - healthy eat...
Athletes and Anxiety - Kathy Herzog
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kathy Herzog Psy.D.; Licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts who discusses anxiety and athletes with us on this episode. Please consider suppo...
fueling exercise for females, adding races, training on vacation
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss: - differences in fueling workouts for women vs. men - suggestions for daily core routine - should you add races to the schedul...
Heat Adaptation, Hormones, Diet Trends - Stacy Sims
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stacy Sims discusses the latest research around heat adaptation and performance in the heat, hormones and diet trends that may not be providing ...
Fueling in Heat, Race Season CTL, Fading
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we answer your questions! Get your questions in for the next Q &A using the contact form on www.consummateathlete.com Topics Covered:...
The Latest Science in Peak Performance for Sport - Dr. Marc Bubbs
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we hear about the Latest Performance Science from Dr. Marc Bubbs. A Naturopathic Doctor, Speaker, Performance Nutrition Lead for Canada Basketba...
Recovery Fuel, FOMO, Imperfect Training
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Molly and Peter discuss several questions today - thanks for your questions and comments! Discussed today: - saddle issues on the trainer - Fue...
Adventures, Pain and Mindset - Rebecca Rusch
27 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Rusch joins us to talk adventures, endurance and how to go long. - Rebecca's Core Values - Gear and strategy for gravel and long adventu...
Training with Power - Hunter Allen
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Hunter Allen joins us to share the latest in training for cycling with power. This is a deep dive into cycling training and pulls from the new ...
Imposter Syndrome, Training in Race Season + Bunny Hops
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss your questions: - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome at races/events - How to train during race season? - How to figure out what to d...
Advice from 5 Amazing Female Athletes
09 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Top advice from top female athletes: -Katarina Nash - Finding balance by mixing your focus -Hannah Rae Finchamp - Getting over 'Perfect " -Kate Courtn...
Getting Your Kids on Bikes - Katie Macarelli
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Macarelli talks to Molly today about parenting, getting kids into cycling and interested in the outdoors and being active. If you enjoy ...
Motivating Your Workout - Simon Marshall
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we interview Simon Marshall a Sport Psychologist and co-author of the popular book 'The Brave Athlete'. We talk about different ways to motiva...
MTB Stage Racing + Gravel Grinding - Geoff Kabush
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Mountain Biker Geoff Kabush joins the podcast for a second time to talk about training for different events, MTB Stage Racing tips, Grave...
Post-Race - Goals, Expectations & Next Steps
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we field a couple of questions about dealing with post race feelings. How to prepare for a great post-race, what to pack in your post-race bag...
Life is a Marathon - Matt Fitzgerald
10 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Writer Matt Fitzgerald returns to the show to discuss his Memoir, 'Life is A Marathon'. Set around 8 marathon races where we meet runners for whom r...
First Race Jitters, Base to Build, Carbs per Hour
03 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we Discuss and work through your questions! Thanks for posting them to Twitter or Facebook or using the contact page on www.consummateathlete....
Race weight, Pantry Staples, Pefect Meals - Lori Nedescu
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Nedescu a Nutritionist returns to chat with Molly Hurford about race weight, stocking your pantry for successful eating and putting together a g...
MTB vs. Road bike, skill of fueling, saddle sores, ankle mobility
19 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Q&A Episode MTB on the road for training? Getting through base training without a saddle sore? Tips for getting good at eating/drinking on the bik...
Athletic Identity + Nutrition Questions
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today's Q & A Episode discusses - Athletic Body Image - Concepts around 'healthy eating' and a complete meal If you enjoy the show,...
Athlete Body Image - Danelle Kabush
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Danelle Kabush Ph.D. is a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Mental Performance Consultant. She returns to the show to discuss athletic body image, pare...
Couples Training, Gut-Training, Indoor vs. Outdoor Hours
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
3 Great Questions today - Can you Train the Gut, how to prepare to eat a lot in big endurance races - Training with a Partner & Living with a Partne...
How to be a Happy Runner - David Roche
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Accomplished runner and coach (and dog lover) David Roche joins us today to talk about running, coaching, law-degrees and being happy as a person. Dav...
Workout Timing, WTF is FTP, pre-race meals - Q&A
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Q&A on the Consummate Athlete - pre race meals? - when to strength train if on same day as cardio workout? - Late Night Training and sleep? ...
Real Life Consummate Athlete - James Slauson
04 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we interview one of our listeners to find out how incorporating more movement and sports into his life has changed his health and fitness. James...
Becoming a Climber, Bone Density, Can Cycling Be Eco-Friendly? - Q&A
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss listener questions: - How to reconcile Sports and the Environment - Low Bone Density ... what now? - Prepping for a Hilly Race .....
Bike Packing, DIY Ride Food - Matthew Kadey
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Kadey MSc., RD is a Dietician, Writer and Photographer who has found a passion for bike-packing. He is on the show talking about how-to Bike ...
Fatigue vs. Lazy? Keto? Training in the City/when Busy - Jan19 Q&A
15 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we answer listener questions: - Keto what is one to do!!? - AM I tired or just lazy? How to know - what to do if you miss a day of trainin...
Performance Nutrition - Lori Nedescu,RDN
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Nedescu is a Registered Dietitian. She joins us to talk about improving performance with good food and health practices. Lori started 'The Caden...
Base, Endurance and Starting Strength = Q&A DEC 2018
31 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Q & A Episode to end out 2018 discussing: Base Phase for training What is endurance training camps resolutions/goals and taking 'little steps' S...
Urban Running, Community & Therapy - Jessie Zapo
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Zapotechne aka Jessie Zapo has been actively involved in the New York Running scene since 2005 and has been dedicated to creating unique runni...
Cyclocross, Goals, Nutrition - Ellen Noble
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ellen Noble is a professional Cyclocross Racer for Trek Factory Racing. She has medaled at World Championships and was the first female to bunnyhop t...
Blood tests, Ultra-Running - Jonathan Levitt
03 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Levitt is an Ultra Runner from Boston who loves #RestDayBrags and works with InsideTracker a company that makes your blood testing and the a...
Thanksgiving - How to Assess Your Season
27 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, we talk about what we are thankful for and how this relates to reviewing your season and planning for your adventures next season...
Holidays, Offseason Blues, Indoor Training - Nov 2018 Q&A
19 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Nov 2018 Q&A Molly and Peter discuss strategies to stay, fit and healthy through the Holidays. How to deal with Offseason Blues after a big event/s...
MTB, Adventure, Travel - Sonya Looney
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sonya Looney joins us to talk about her mountain biking adventures, becoming a speaker, writer and positive influence on the cycling and outdoors worl...
Your First Marathon: Luke Humphrey
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Coach, Athlete and author Luke Humphrey from the Hansen's-Brook Distance project and Hansen's Coaching Services joins us today to talk about how to ge...
How To Find Your Why & Strength Train
30 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today Molly and Peter discuss a listener question about finding 'your WHY' with sport. Why participate if you are not trying to win an obvious world c...
How to Get Started with XC Skiing - Jenn Jackson
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jenn Jackson joins us today to talk about transitioning from summer sports to cross-country skiing and cross-training in general. This is a great epis...
MTB Stage Race - Hannah Finchamp
16 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Rae Finchamp joins us today to talk about her adventures at the B.C. Bike Race. "You have the opportunity to dial in who you are and who you ...
Crossfit + Sailing - Anna Tunnicliffe Tobias
10 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Tunnicliffe Tobias is CrossFit Olympic gold medalist and World Champion Sailer and has competed in numerous CrossFit Games, with a 9th place fini...
Cyclocross Q&A - Starts, Skills, Race-Day and Training
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today Peter and Molly talk about all the things that go into and make up the sport of Cyclocross. They talk about Discuss World Cup races—wo...
How to Use Sport Psych - Simon Marshall
25 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Simon Marshall returns to talk about specific tactics you can use to get through stressful and difficult moments in sport. Simon and his co-auth...
MTB, Training, Nutrition - World Champion Kate Courtney
19 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Courtney joins us to talk about her World Championship win in the Mountain Bike XCO (cross country Olympic) discipline and what went into that ...
Cyclocross Hairs Crossover - Bill Shieken
10 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Cyclocross Hairs creator Bill Shieken joins us today to talk about cyclocross, being a lawyer, filming races, travel, controversy and rules in cycling...
Cyclocross running debate, cycling commute, tire pressure, mtb workouts - Sept Q & A
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Q & A For Sept 2018 - We debate whether you need to run for cyclocross, what a structured workout for mountain biking (or off-road activities) looks l...
Running, Mental Strength & Confidence - Kara Goucher
28 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by world class runner Kara Goucher - who has just written a book called, 'Strong: A Runner's Guide to Boosting Confidence and Beco...
80:20 Triathlon - Matt Fitzgerald
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Fitzgerald joins us today to talk about applying polarized training, or the 80:20 concept of training, to triathlon. We also talk about nutrit...
BC BIKE RACE and World Bicycle Relief - Renee Lockey and Claire Gieger
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Renee Lockey and Claire Gieger tell us about doing BC Bike Race - a 7-day mountain bike stage race, as a team and also about World Bicycle Relief a ch...
Born to Run, Donkeys & Community - Christopher Mcdougall
08 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today Molly is extra excited because Christopher Mcdougall is on the show! He is the author of Born to Run and Natural Born Heroes, two amazing books...
2x Race weekend, MTB-CX, Paleo-Vegan - July18 Q+A
01 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
July 2018 Q & A CX Dismount and Mount Course Community in Sport - why we do it Next episodes coming up Athletic Bookworms - update a...
Mountain Running & Big Air Skiing - Julian Carr
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Widely recognized for the biggest airs in skiing, Julian Carr has been featured in seven Warren Miller films, developing a reputation not only for ...
How to be a Runner - Jeff Knight
18 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Knight is a Lead Exercise Scientist for Under Armour; where he works to improve health and fitness through smarter exercise and technology. Previ...
Climbing Gym to Outdoor Rock Climbing - Leslie Timms
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Rock Climber and Guide Leslie Timms joins us today to talk about Rock Respect, her new initiative to help you climb outside for the first time and t...
Dirty Kanza, Gravel, Cyclocross, Yoga - Kaitie Keough
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kaitie Keough (nee Antonneau) joins us today to talk about winning the 200 mile Dirty Kanza, training for cyclocross, yoga, meditation, chickens and g...
Biggest Mistakes! Q & A June 2018
26 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we share a few of our biggest athletic and health mistakes over the year. Guided by your questions and feedback we cover a few different areas. ...
Urban Poling - Nordic Walking - Barb Gormley
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Barb Gormley talks about being a personal/fitness trainer, health & fitness writer and urban poling instructor. As Urban Poling's Director of Educat...
From Basketball to Cycling - Hanna Muegge
12 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hanna Muegge talks about making the jump from German National Team & Division 1 collegiate basketball player, to Geographic Information System (GIS)...
Hiking and Backpacking - La Cloche Silhouette Killarney
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As we hinted last week we went and tried to walk (or 'speed hike') the La Cloche Silhouette Trail in Killarney Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada....
BackPacking, Camping, FKTs - Eric Batty
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Batty shares his camping experience on the show today. Eric has won the team 24 hours OCR Championships in Vegas, Set FKTs on many trails includi...
Race Day Nerves - Q & A - May 2018
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a Q & A based no Molly's Question posted on Instagram and Facebook about Race Nerves- Check out the instagram questions Topics Covered...
Sport Nutrition, Altitude, Heat - Stacy Sims
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stacy Sims joins us today to share her experience in altitude, heat and the sex differences in sports training and nutrition. Stacy has worked wit...
Over-training & BMX - John Badessa
09 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
John Badessa is a former world-champion BMX racer and Category 1 road cyclist from Rhode Island. He is the creator of CyclingJunk.com, an online cyc...
Speed Skating, Cycling, Olympics - MIA MANGANELLO
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mia Manganello talks speed skating, cycling, and the Olympics today. As always many pearls to take away from people who have found success in mult...
All about Bike Packing - Paul Calandrella
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Calandrella joins us today to tell us all about Bike-Packing one of the hottest and growing disciplines in the bike industry. Molly just went o...
Ultra-Trail Running - Sarah Cotton
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah is a professional Under Armour ultra trail runner and a coach. Originally from Connecticut, and a recent graduate from Georgetown University, ...
Foam Roll? Low Cadence Intervals? Racing Super long races.
10 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we field questions from you! Lots of cycling and endurance questions today. Foam Rolling? Low Cadence? How to go from LONG to REALLY LONG ...
Beyond Sweet Spot - Frank Overton
04 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Cycling coach Frank Overton joins us to talk all things sweet spot, motor pacing and the importance of lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep fo...
How to Dance - Michelle Hillier
27 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Hillier joins Molly and Peter today to talk about Dancing! Find out how dance fits into a Consummate Athlete Lifestyle and how to be more co...
Triathlon, Nutrition & Balance - Nicole Loher
20 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Nicole Loher joins us to talk about triathlon, eating for health and performance, getting up early, fashion vs. fitness and how it all fits toge...
How to Swim FASTER - Sheila Taormina
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sheila Taormina joins us to talk swimming fast. Her book " Swim Speed Secrets for Swimmers and Triathletes: Master the Freestyle Technique Used by th...
Daily Routines for Athletic Success
06 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a Q&A episode - we talk about the different approaches to morning routines and habits to help set busy people up for success in their consum...
How to Endure - Alex Hutchinson
27 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Author Alex Hutchinson joins us to talk about 'ENDURE' his new book about the elastic limits of endurance performance. His latest book details the var...
#100: Top Tips & Advice on Training from Katie Bowman, Katerina Nash & More!
20 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode #100 of the Consummate Athlete Podcast. Thanks for joining us today, and for any other episodes! Today we wanted to share a few of our...
Threshold vs. Polarized Training - Steve Neal
13 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Neal returns to the Consummate Athlete to discuss just one question - How do you reconcile the popularity of Threshold training with all the hy...
Stronger Golf - Nick Buchan
06 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Buchan joins us to talk about how he uses strength training to help golfers improve their golf-game while becoming stronger and more resilie...
Jan 2018 Q & A - How to find a goal? Saddle Sores? Why do Endurance?
31 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today is our Monthly Q & A We discuss: Mixing up your routine/normal for better results (annually) books - Athletic BookWorm Club wrapped up 'ROA...
Run Forever + Goal setting for Age-Groupers - Jonathan Beverly
23 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Beverly is a lifetime runner, coach, and student of the sport. The editor-in-chief of Running Times for 15 years, he is the author of Your Be...
Running Track & Injury Resilience - Ian Warner
17 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Warner is a 2012 Olympian and the founder of Kho Labs, which is a mobile technology that connects injured athletes with local health care provider...
Your Pelvic Health - Dr. Abby Bales
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Abby Bales is a physical therapist who owns her own practice and specializes in working with pregnant and postpartum athletes in New York ...
7 Day Healthy KickStart + Christmas Challenge Winners
02 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk about: The Winners of our ConsummateAthleteChristmas Challenge New Years, Resolutions strategies and tactics the 7 Day Kickstart Prog...
XC Life, Injury Recovery - Jenn Jackson
01 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
XC Skiing, Mountain Bike, Cross-Country, Strength, injury Jenn Jackson is an XC Mountain bike racer who won the under-23 National Title in 2017. ...
Q &A - Christmas Challenge, Crosstrain in city, Nerves, Backpacks, tri-bikes,
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a Q & A and some review/highlights from the 2017 episodes of The Consummate Athlete Podcast. Nerves, Performance, Bags, Tri-Bike, Swimmin...
How to Feel Pretty Remarkable - Dr. Kevin Jardine
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kevin Jardine joins us today to talk about health, fitness and being your best. Kevin brings years of experience at the top level of sports lik...
How to Skateboard (as an adult) - Kevin Banahan
07 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Skateboard, How to, Adult Skateboarding, Learning, Skills, Brooklyn, New York Kevin Banahan of SKATEYOGI explains how you can learn to skateboard as a...
SWIM - RUN - Maja Tesch
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Maja Tesch joins us today to talk about Swim - Run racing and training. She competes in the ÖTILLÖ Swim-Run series, which she won after transformin...
Be a Brave Athlete - Simon Marshall, Lesley Paterson
23 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Lesley and Simon Marshall the authors of 'The Brave Athlete' join us for this special episode today. We talk about many of the common issues athletes ...
Off-season, smart trainers, start to run - Nov 2017 Q&A
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today is Nov 2017 Q & A and we have got a lot of questions this month, thanks for your questions. Topics covered include off-season, smart-trainers...
XC Ski, Mountain Bike & Cyclocross - Katerina Nash
15 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Katerina Nash of the Clif Pro Cycling Team joins us today to talk about her experience as an elite Cross-Country Skiier, Professional mountain biker, ...
Pain, Biomechanics & Back Flips w. Greg Lehman
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Lehman joins us today to talk Gymnastics as an adult, running and pain science. Pain science is the study of the factors that influence pain. We...
MINDFUL RUNNING with Mackenzie Havey
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mackenzie Harvey joins us today. She is the author of the new book MINDFUL RUNNING and a long-time contributor to a variety of outlets, including Runn...
OCT 2017 Q & A - 30min workout, colds, new movements, when to start training
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
OCT 2017 Q & A —Athletic Bookworms —yoga —lifting —fall season Most Consummate Athlete thing you've done lately? Cold season: when do...
Mobility, Office Setup, Sitting - Brandon Olin
18 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Olin from Movility.co joins us to talk about ergonomics, posture, movement, and mobility. What matters, what should we do and what tools can ...
Bikes, Brewing and Kombucha - Becca Schepps
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Becca Schepps is a Creative Director & bike racer turned Kombucha brewer. As the creator/founder of Mortal Kombucha, she's based in Boulder, CO but w...
Mental Performance, Focus, Goal Setting, Visualization - Danelle Kabush
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Danelle Kabush joins us today to talk all things Mental Performance. Danelle holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology and MA in Sports Psychology. She has ...
Sept Q&A - Pushups, Beers, Weight Loss Plateau, CX World Cups
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
pushup, beer, kabush, weight loss, cyclocross, Intervals Q & A Episode with questions from the listeners. Today Molly and Peter discuss their trip to ...
Optimize your Training and Health with HRV - Marco Altini
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Marco Altini PhD, joins us today to talk all things HRV. Marco is our second return guest because all the consummate athletes out there LOVED the fir...
Learning to Jump bikes, yoga, online courses - Ryan Leech
13 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Trials, MTB, Bike Skills, Skills, Aquisition, Online Courses, Business, Coaching, Yoga Ryan Leech joins us for a 2nd time today to talk about lear...