EVOQ.BIKE Cycling Podcast

Might Need A Road For Intervals

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As much as this might not sound like fun, having a road dedicated to specific types of intervals can really help out your execution, which is going to...

2 Crits In 1 Day? The Nutrition and Between Time

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Free Coffee: https://s.trdcfe.me/BWnL3 LactiGo!!! https://www.lactigo.com/brendan 100% Guaranteed, Money Back Best Chamois Creme: https://getcbd.pro/B...

Two A Days? LB & BH Smashing The Discord Dojo

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

did you hear about the IGNITE Coaching Program? 8 and 12 week semi-custom coaching programs! email [email protected] for more info! [email protected] br...

For My Newbs: RACING IS HARD. BE PATIENT.

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

we are not talking enough about early disappointment, especially when you're learning so much. Racing is hard; don't expect to just show up with your ...

Group Ride Crash; Know How To Rub Wheels

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not being preachy here, but to be safe: Protect your front wheel Know how to rub wheels and not crash Stay away from the yellow line Stop passing cars...

Don't Complain About 5th; Patience + Humility Will Take You Much Farther

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A look back on Team USA member's first 2 race years (guess whom). Patience.

Very Easy To Make It Complicated; Or Hyperfocused

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Free Coffee: https://s.trdcfe.me/BWnL3 LactiGo!!! https://www.lactigo.com/brendan 100% Guaranteed, Money Back Best Chamois Creme: https://getcbd.pro/B...

VO2Max Training and Gravel; Where To Place It?

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Landry and Brendan answer one of the Discord Dojo Questions!

Need To Change Your Goals? Shift Riding Time? A Couple Examples

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

when Ultra goes more Gran Fondo. When 150 miles gravel shift to 80 mile road. THERE ARE SO MANY WAYS TO HAVE FUN AND ACHIEVE THINGS ON THE BIKE

Talking Through This Workout & What It Means Moving Forward LGLGLG 🛸🪐🪐🚀🚀🚀🚀

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Free Coffee: https://s.trdcfe.me/BWnL3 LactiGo!!! https://www.lactigo.com/brendan 100% Guaranteed, Money Back Best Chamois Creme: https://getcbd.pro/B...

Almost To Racing; Dojo Notes: Need To Stay Hungry!! Stoke High, Be Prepared

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

🚀🪐👀 [email protected] Free Coffee: https://s.trdcfe.me/BWnL3 LactiGo!!! https://www.lactigo.com/brendan 100% Guaranteed, Money Back Best Cham...

200 Mile Gravel Races: NOT Consistent, Sub-FTP Long Efforts

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the front group....also, not the best training strategy even if you're just attempting to have your best day. Reconsider the time you're spending o...

Shifting To Endurance At End of Block When 😴

12 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to your body. TRY, but if you're getting crushed, throw it into zone 2, ride some endurance, and finish out the block.  Some caveats: are ...

Watts AND KGs Matter....per (?). Real Life Examples

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Going to hammer this home: STOP FOCUSING ON ONE, TWO OR THREE METRICS ALONE. BIG PICTURE.

New Training Regimen: Rouleur, George Bennett

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

https://www.rouleur.cc/blogs/the-rouleur-journal/george-bennett-the-difference-between-pogacar-and-roglic-is-often-the-difference-between-their-helper...

Road Race: Breaking Away, NOT At 100% FTP!

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It takes a lot more to breakaway from the peloton or your compatriots in a road race.  I had a question come in after I posted about this on Tik ...

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...