EVOQ.BIKE Cycling Podcast
Episodes
Why CTL Is Not Race Readiness, Friendly Reminder!
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Blog post mentioned in this super fast pod: https://www.evoq.bike/blog/2019/1/25/1-massive-reason-why-obsessing-over-your-ctl-can-ruin-your-race...
The Coffee Breakaway #5: Vuelta Ecuador Stage 5: Knead The Dough
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
getting dropped at altitude immediately, having a glorious conversation about the journey of cycling, and then watching the weather turn, and destroy ...
Paceline 201: When You're The Weaker Rider
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In a group ride, but also in a race. [email protected]
"My Event Is A 5h Gravel Ride; Should My Rides Be Longer Than 1.5H?" #Cat4Questions
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These are real questions that I am simply answering; I am not taking shots at any time crunched program, but they need to make athletes aware of this ...
Celebrate The Wins. And, Getting CRITTY AGAIN!
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
[email protected]
New To This? Or Starting To Go Big? Training Volume, Episode #437
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
less nervous, more consistence.
Brody Sanderson Interview #2. Racing Multiple Disciplines. CX World Champs. Bikepacking. Fat Bikes.
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brody and Josh chat a little bit about everything. Brody raced for Canada in the CX World Championships yesterday, 1/30/22! This chat was before that ...
Skipping The Warm Up
29 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I don't want my heart rate elevated initially by the FIRST hard race efforts; I want to feel that "heart jumping out of the chest feeling" well before...
Being Comfortable With Failure
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
whether coming back from injury, or just digging into this journey; failure happens, and will help you grow!
Keep Your Friends Safe With Some Group Ride Tips
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rider on the left needs to watch both paths! Be able to touch the rider next to you. White line thoughts. Do not ride through debris. Have fun!
Ethan Batt Interview, Black Spoke Pro Cycling
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Huge thanks to Ethan for coming on the podcast!! Stoked to see some awesome results from this guy in 2022! Don't forget our sponsors: Have you tried ...
Glades Road Race Recap!
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
fun day https://www.strava.com/activities/6564609583 LactiGo!!! Best Chamois Creme Become A Supporter Free Coffee Real Mushrooms: Code EVOQ.BIK...
Easy To Fall In Love With What Got Us Initial Success
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
but the game evolves and changes, just as we do...gotta change it up PLUG: LactiGo!!! Best Chamois Creme Become A Supporter Free Coffee Real Mu...
BikeRadio: BIKE RACE! Blame Josh. Gravel. IG Questions!
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
First, plugs! LactiGo!!! Best Chamois Creme Become A Supporter Free Coffee Real Mushrooms: Code EVOQ.BIKE EVOQ Gear Join The Discord 01:00 fre...
Fixed Gears for Base Miles and Ramp Tests, #426
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
mid-podcast discovery on not-base-miles-fixie-rides had me on a slight tangent and worm hole, thanks for bearing with. ramp tests: I think you can gai...
Is The Training Sustainable? Or Burning The 🕯At Both Ends?
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
[email protected], this all has to work realistically with your LIFE.
Cycling Training and Racing Interview: Joe Laverick, Hagens Berman Axeon Pro Cycling
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Huge thanks to Joe for coming on the podcast! Before we get to the chapters, don't forget our sponsors: LactiGo!!! www.lactigo.com/brendan Best Chamoi...
Failure From Fatigue? How Do I Continue? Cat 4 Questions! Episode #423
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have just failed a workout due to (I think) fatigue, and I am unsure how to continue in my plan. I have just started a new base block, and figured I...
How Do I Break Away? Cat 4 Questions is Back!
15 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When do you go? What's the window? 1) SPEED vs. Watts 2) Using the course 3) Don't Ride at 100% FTP
You Do The First 3 To Get To The Last 2!
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
and some foofey tangents xo
Heart Rate In Different Training Phases; My 2$
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
[email protected]
Do I Need A Rest Week During Base? What About Lifting?
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cat 4 Questions, a good one.
Joshua Hunt Training & Racing Interview (w/ a special guest) #417
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Josh sat down with the current Head of Athlete Performance at Neo Pro Coaching, retired professional cyclist, and all-round good-guy, Joshua Hunt to d...
Endurance - Led To Bigger Hours and Increased FTP
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
and I go off on some tangents because this coffee has me amped to get back to training today after the rest week!! 🪐 🪐 🪐 🪐 🪐 🪐 🪐...
Changing Your Motivational Focus to Enhance Performance
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Landry here. In this podcast I discuss some of my current research at Appalachian State, specifically the two types of motivational focu...
2 Different Athletes, Big Picture, Volume, 👀
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
[email protected]
Notes From The Dojo: The Pose That May Have Unlocked It All
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
QL rehab breakthrough? ELIEL KIT ORDER: https://eev1121-1-evoq-bike2022.itemorder.com/sale LactiGo!!! www.lactigo.com/brendan Best Chamois Creme: htt...
Vuelta Ecuador Stage 4 Recap: The Coffee Breakaway
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stage 4 of Vuelta Ecuador! Before we get to the chapters, don't forget our sponsors: LactiGo!!! www.lactigo.com/brendan Best Chamois Creme: https://ge...
Tempo Training; Should We Do It?
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the link to the full blog! https://www.evoq.bike/blog/tempo-cycling-important Please subscribe or leave a review, 5 Stars is greatly appreciate...
Cycling and Men's Health; Sex Drive and Big Blocks Of Training
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Sorry Babe, I have a crusher ride tomorrow, time for bed". Chapters 00:00 Men's health 1:00 sex drive and performance 4:00 really w...
Don't Get Stuck on "Progression"; Especially in Base!
01 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Volume is King; and progression should be viewed more as maintenance before you hit a true Build Phase. Then you can look towards progression, but eve...
Our Relationship with Cycling; Is The Training Worth It?
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a good conversation to have with yourself. If you listen, listen until the end. Spotify users: please leave us 5 stars!
Racebrain: Plotting, Planning and Executing. Episode #406 🚀
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Races coming soon.
Steady Freddy: More Is Not Always Better or The Most Optimized Solution
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Athlete Comments: warmed up with 3 sets of weighted squats to wake up my legs. - felt a bit groggy after a long day yesterday (home by 9.30pm). - le...
9x National Champion and Sports Nutritionist, Debbie Milne
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks Debbie! 00:01 How was Thanksgiving 00:28 Debbie brings rollers; smart! 1:00 27F rides, NO MORE 1:45 EVOQ practices what...
Breakaway Etiquette, Composition Riding, Size in the Peloton & Pants for Cyclists. Bike Radio Ep 9
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bike Radio, episode 9, let’s go. This is our casual bike race podcast where we just chat about all different things in the cycling realm. If you're ...
So Adamant About THIS: JUST GET TO MARCH. Sometimes You Need To GRIND
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I need to clarify previous podcasts. This time of year is not all about cutting things short. FIGURE IT OUT
Not Obsessing Over Avg Watts on Z2 Ride, and Deploying Some Patience & Gratitude To Ourselves
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
🚀👀🪐
Not Chasing The Power Duration Curve; Long Tempo (meh?); Changes in What We Know; & more
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
some tangents also
Vuelta Ecuador, Stage 3 Recap!
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
letting the race come to you the break is not always “THE BREAK” electronicals vs mechanicals lol making the break for third time riding through m...
It's Time To Take Your Goals Seriously; Don't Diminish What You're Chasing
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2022.
Mountain Terrain for Endurance Rides and Manipulating Cadence
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do what we have to do to get it done! Please leave us a 5 star review on Spotify!
The Next 3 Weeks Can Give You A HUGE HUGE HUGE Head Start, #395 From Ecuador
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Holidays, cold weather, BS excuses Get outside when you can! Be malleable with the calendar. BIGGEST GOAL is getting the rides done, one day after ano...
From Quito: "I'm Jordan, and I'm Tired". Lobby Podcast after Stage 4
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Woof. The fatigue, stomach bugs, and weird late night bands are hitting hard.
Cat 4 Questions With Forrest And Matt; Rest Week Crap Feelings
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hi there really enjoyed your last podcast interview with Pablo Cruz, and picked up on your brief conversation regarding rest week and how are you feel...
Curtis White Interview: Calculating Your Training, Growth Through Experiences, & CX Skills Sessions
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Curtis White sat down with Josh to chat before the Pan American and CX National Championships. Curtis drops so much knowledge. Some highlights include...
The Coffee Breakaway. Ecuador Stage 2 Recap. All the Details.
11 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Live from the race hotel. Brendan and Matt Govero discuss Stage 2 of the Vuelta al Ecuador. Spoiler Alert - Matt won the stage. LGLGLGLGLGLG Follow Al...
Road To Recovery, JUST GO. No Ego.
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
LG!
The Coffee Breakaway. Ecuador. Pre Stage 1. The Pin Party
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Live from the race hotel. Brendan, Forrest Howard and Matt Govero discuss Stage 1 of the Vuelta al Ecuador. Follow Along; https://www.procyclingstats....
Stalking Your Competition, Fake Shimano Parts, Recovery Day Nutrition, and #ThanksgivingBeef
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bike Radio, episode 8, let’s go! This is our casual bike race podcast where we just chat about all different things in the cycling realm. If y...
Cycling Training & Racing Podcast With Olympian Scott Bowden
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This guy has done it all! From BMX to Triathlons, to Olympic Mountain Biking and Road Racing. Hailing from down under in Australia, but spending some ...
Interval Mindset Part 2 (?): Patience
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cat 4 Questions is back! I think it would be really interesting to hear about your and other peoples mental approach for difficult workouts and race...
Is All of Base Season At Endurance Pace?
04 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A 30,000 foot view is very beneficial at this point of the year, and how to apply this to our future training cycles.
An Athlete's Mantra That Pain Is Temporary; And How To Implement It At Breakfast!
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Supra FTP? VO2Max? Get the mind right at BREAKFAST.
❄️ Need Some Winter Motivation For Indoor Training? ❄️ #383
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It comes down to how badly do you want to set yourself up for success in the spring and summer. Yes, you can zwift race and ride too hard until your h...
Indoor Cycling Training, Avoiding A Group Ride Crash, Strength Training For Cycling, Coffee. Bike Radio 7
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bike Radio is back with Episode 7! This is our casual bike race podcast where we just chat about all different things in the cycling realm. If y...
FREE POWER FILE ANALYSIS!!! Yes, it's free
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to have an EVOQ coach analyze your data for free? Want to know what your strengths and limiters are in relation to your goals? Get a free ...
Cycling Endurance Podcast: Physiology 101, Cadence Work, PMC Chart, Surviving The Indoor Trainer
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Owen reached out and wanted to chat about some endurance topics which are quite appropriate this time of year, as many athletes enter a base phase of ...
Some Thoughts on Strength Training at Home
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh shares his personal experiences with strength training at home. What has worked? What hasn't worked? If you're interested in trying some at home ...
Maximize VO2Max and VLaMax At The Same Time?
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday night Cat 4 Questions
Leveling Up + Finding W's for 2022
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh breaks down his 2021 CX reason recap with what he has learned and what he plans to work on for 2022. Time to level up and get working. Ques...
Do Watts Per KG Matter?
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes.
BIKERADIO 6: Vuelta al Ecuador, Altitude Tents, Selfish Training, Group rides, Fixed Gear Bikes
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brendan and Josh discuss a bunch of random cycling topics but the focus is mainly on the upcoming Vuelta al Ecuador. Brendan is gearing up for this la...
My Training Philosophy (Brendan's)
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's always a work in progress as we continue to learn and grow as athletes and coaches, but here are six bullet points that I feel can be aptly appli...
Pro Cycling Tips, Pre-Race Planning, Cycling Training Plan Philosophy, and more with Andi Bajc!
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This was an awesome podcast with one of our newest coaches and pro cyclist, Andi Bajc. Topics include: Court awareness The game is...
How Do You Motivate When The Plans and Periodization Completely Change? #372
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
quick pod, couple thoughts to get the thoughts stirring. Have a great Sunday!
“Long Ride” ≠ Whole Kitchen. Also, When To Cut. My Breakkkkyyy
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Watts are made in the👩🏽🍳
Some Thoughts on VLamax, Episode #370
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Measurement, application, do we need it?
Today's Ride: Remember The Big Picture
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
link to ride: https://www.strava.com/activities/6275010751 Fatigue? Still crawling out of base? Just one of those days? See the big picture, don't st...
BIKERADIO: Winter Motivation, Cycling Offseason, Rest Weeks For Life, Frequency vs Duration, Zwift Peeing
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
BIKERADIO is back! In this episode: Wimpy winter riding. 50F is not winter. Motivation, waning? Rest weeks for life things. ...
Success Progression. It Might Not Be A New PR, Episode #367
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This athlete's response to "What did you most improve on this past year?" was a great one! Have an awesome week! New Format: Interviews on Mondays,...
Podcast Interview: World Tour Coach & Cycling National Champion: Claudio Cucinotta
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
HUGE thanks to Claudio for sitting down and chatting. It was awesome to hear from someone that has RACED in some of the biggest races in the world, wo...
Cat 4 Questions: How Much Should I Tell My Coach?
13 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Love this one.
Zwift Chat with the #1 Ranked Male eSports Racer: Racing. Training. Gear. Tactics.
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh sat down with some Zwift pros to chat all things Zwift. Everything from entry level questions to Premier League tactics! Huge thanks to eve...
How Hard Should You Push In The Third Week?
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about the end of the training block. And some 🚩 🚩 🚩 that came up with this athlete. Let's get fasterrrrrr! Join the discord today...
Cameron Mason Interview: European Champs. Caffeine. Racing on the road. Gravel.
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cameron sat down to chat a few days before the European CX Championship and fresh off of his 2nd place finish at Koppenbergcross! So many great topics...
Openers! Do you need them? What's the opportunity cost? Do the pros do them??
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh breaks down openers and questions whether or not you actually need them... Get on the Discord! https://discord.gg/Vt2s7UxfxV [email protected] | @mr...
Kerry Werner Interview: Racing in Europe. Iceman. Unbound 100.
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kerry Werner sat down and discussed his CX season so far, his European race plans, bike-packing as CX prep, racing Iceman Cometh, and potentially raci...
Should I Do Some Anaerobic Training Now?
06 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
this audio post is a follow up to this blog: https://www.evoq.bike/blog/anaerobic-capacity-cycling #AD, if you do it, use LactiGo! It makes a huge dif...
Should I Increase My FTP? Endurance Feels Easier. Episode 358
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Link to the discord: https://discord.gg/ThTYry6kuE
EVOQ Coach Interview: Alex Sankovic Part 2
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh chats with fellow EVOQ coach Alex about his experiences with weight loss, eating disorders, training burnout, external and internal pressures and...
Eating When on Vacation. And a lot of tangents!
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last tip might have been the best one. Let me know. [email protected]
A Few KOM Hunting Tips, Episode #355
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
if you enjoy VLOGs, here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ckytS1DtrA Please leave us an iTunes review, or Follow Us On Spotify.
Cody Kaiser Interview: UCI Points, Race Season Travel, West Coast CX Races
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cody and Josh sit down and talk all things cross + some MTB & tech chat at the end. Big thanks to Cody for taking the time to chat and drop...
Post ride Comments & PLANNING.
30 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The planning is so important.
Brody Sanderson Interview: Elite World Cups, MTB Training for CX, Sven Nys Racing Tips
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brody and Josh chat about everything cx related! Brody just got back from racing all three UCI World Cup CX races in the U.S. so the conversation focu...
Hill Climb Pacing; Use W' / FRC WISELY!!!!
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.evoq.bike/blog/2019/4/11/how-to-pace-a-time-trial-in-cycling It's all about course recon, managing the surges to keep your speed high, avo...
Sprint Workout Day, Podcast Edition: How To Beat A Sprinter. Does PMAX Even Matter!?
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another VLOG, with some podcast extras. In this video episode, https://youtu.be/GXmsAykqS7w, I give a quick run down of the bike (might be changing t...
BikeRadio Episode 4: KOM Training, Cyclocross Racing, Base Miles = Only Endurance? Sweet Spot.
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with Episode 4, the BikeRadio show, with Josh and Brendan. Topics include, a lot, but majority of: Race travel Music while riding? Cyclo...
CBD & Cycling; I'm Skeptical. Brendan dives into his journey with Hello Blue CBD Owner Matt Singley
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is Matt's history with CBD? I was skeptical; you read up on CBD and it cures everything; how did they separate out the different product lines? ...
Permission to Dial It Back; no, we weren’t hacked 😆
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
[email protected]
BIKERADIO Episode 3: Holiday Eating. Zonhoven CX. Riding by RPE. Race Day Prep.
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Three of our new Live Show. Live on Facebook! Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/nawj3JNNnX Topics Discussed; Winter ...
Cross Talk: Race Day Routine + Packing
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Josh breaks down what he packs for CX race day and what he does as a pre-race routine. So many options here - see what works for you! Checkout the You...
Alexey Vermeulen Interview: Gravel, MTB, World Tour and Everything In-between
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alexey and Josh chat about Alexey's racing journey; from his learning experiences racing in European kermesses as a Junior, to his current race schedu...
What To Eat & Drink While Cycling Blog; is it 101? Episode #343
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
.https://www.evoq.bike/blog/cyclist-nutrition-guide-what-to-eat-drink-while-cycling Is it really Cycling 101? A lot of us can optimize this! Also, my ...
BIKERADIO Episode 2: All Things Endurance. Why is Endurance confusing? Long Term Progress. No Shortcuts + Riding in the Winter
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Two of our new Live Show. We were live on the Cycling Discord - be sure to join! Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/nawj3JNNnX Topics Includ...
Toms Skujiņš Interview: Pro Cycling Training and Racing
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Huge thanks to Toms for sitting down and chatting about all of his cycling training and racing. Loved this! We all hit all the usual training and raci...
BIKERADIO Episode 1: Gravel. KOM Hunts. World Cups. Zwift. How Long can I Ride Hard Til Base Season?
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode One of our new Live Show. We were on Facebook live, but looking into Youtube options. Topics Include (A LOT): Gravel sand KOM s...
Lots of Endurance Questions. Come Monday, In The Discord!
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
https://discord.gg/ThTYry6kuE
Am I wrong about Sweet Spot? Let’s Look At The Power Files (Details Below)
16 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gravel Worlds 2018 Gravel Worlds 2019 Land Run 2019 2 State Champion Road Races 2020 Recent KOM Training Ride Another athletes Gravel Loop and Leadvil...