The Roadman Cycling Podcast
Episodes
Lessons We Can Learn For A Healthier, Happier & Longer Life From Marcus Aurelius
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus was Roman emperor from 161 to 180 AD and a Stoic philosopher, we have an incredible insight into his mind and convictions as...
The Impossible Route with Tyler Pearce, The Vegan Cyclist
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Pearce is also known as The Vegan Cyclist but don't let his dietary preference put you off, he's not preachy, just chooses to eat this way. He h...
The Best Female Cyclist Ever? Beryl Burton - A Profile
04 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beryl Burton was so good she held the Mens 12 hour British Record for two years, her list of victories and through her long career are mind blowing. &...
Shocked, Horrified & Dismayed By Cyclists - Newbie Questions With Sarah
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah is disturbed by a poll she ran on twitter this week and shares her trauma on todays Newbie Questions podcast. Anthony is also in the middl...
Cycling Content Creator, Podcast Host & Sports Analyst - Benji Naesen
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From his love of cycling as a spectator Benji has quickly become an authority on cycling and his commentary, knowledge and ability to really study and...
Watts Per Kilo Is A Myth & 6 Other Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Cycling
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The folklore and myths around this beautiful sport are legendary but what are the training practices that are absolute lies and in some cases unhealth...
Stepping Up To The Big Time with Rory Townsend
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish Road Race Champion Rory Townsend joins me today to talk a crazy past 12 months. Last time we sat down to chat Rory was on the brink of walki...
6 Sneaky Habits That Are Slowly Ruining Your Life
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Habits define our outcomes more than anything else. Today I want to lift the curtain on 6 habits (that you're probably doing) which are having a huge ...
This ONE Change Will Help You Become Stronger, Faster & Leaner - With Sarah
28 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want more energy, more strength, faster metabolism, stronger bones? Yes? In todays podcast Sarah talks about the huge gains that are available ...
Winter Miles, Summer Smiles? - Newbie Questions With Sarah
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are winter miles still the best way to build a foundation for summer riding? Or are there new approaches in coaching that can mimic this old tra...
Time For The Next Chapter with Alex Howes
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Howes has called time on his professional cycling career. Joining EF Education, in its previous incarnation as a junior and growing with the team...
7 Habits Of Highly Energetic People
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wanted to improve your energy levels? Energy is created by using habits. Today I walk you through 7 habits you can adopt to improve your energy l...
Founders Series: Rob Gitelis - Factor Bikes
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Gitelis is the Founder of Factor Bikes. Rob, an early pioneer of carbon as the primary construction material in bikes gives us a unique insight in...
Breaking The Hold Of Social Media & Reducing Phone Usage
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our average daily screen time is north of 10 hours. This shocking statistic prompted todays discussion on the pearls of excess screen time and how to ...
Fear Of Failure & How To Overcome It - With Sarah
21 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah talks about her fear of failure that negatively affected her entire life for years. She shares how she has over come this mentality in rec...
Bike Handling Tips, Cycling Club Drama & More - Newbie Questions With Sarah
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Newbie Questions have been coming in thick and fast over the last few weeks. Sarah and Anthony try to get through as many as possible today....
How I Lost 75 lbs, Became An Ironman & A Coach (And You Can Do It Too) - Matt Izzo
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt lost 75lbs three times but kept putting it back on. He finally learned how to embrace a lifestyle based on fitness and healthy eating and healthy...
Six Steps To Build Unshakeable Self Esteem
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're going to talk about the six pillars of self-esteem, as outlined by Canadian-American psychotherapist, Nathan Branden in his b...
Founders Series: Changing The World Of Coaching with Jordan Kobert
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Jordan Kobert. Jordan rolled his experience from working inside Google & Strava & married it with a lifelong passion for cycl...
The 3-2-1 Sleep Method - Do This To Super Charge Your Recovery
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We know we need more sleep, nothing new there! But what are the actionable steps we need to take to get more sleep, but not only that...better quality...
The Mindset Hack That Professional Cyclists Use To Win - With Sarah
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A high level mindset is key to becoming a better athlete and succeeding in cycling. But what is it and how do you get it? Sarah outlines the too...
Need a fix of Sarah-tonin? - Newbie Questions With Sarah
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does bicarbonate soda loading work and if so is the topical cream as effective as ingesting it? A listener wants to know. Also covered today on Newbie...
40% Of Women Who Are Victims Of Sex Trafficking Are American Indian With Shayna Powless, Pro Cyclist
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shayna Powless is current professional cyclist for DNA Pro Cycling & former rider with LEGION. She's from one of the most famous cycling families ...
13 Weight Loss Strategies That WORK (Some Of These Will Surprise You)
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At the Roadman Cycling Podcast we don't like to labour on peoples weight or losing weight but there has been an influx of emails from listeners since ...
Dan Jones From The legendary Orica-GreenEdge’s Backstage Pass
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Jones made a name for himself in the cycling world through his work with Orica-GreenEdge producing videos such as their famous Backstage Pass seri...
How To Fix The Three Most Common Mechanical Problems On A Bike
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Roadman Cycling Club group ride this weekend was cursed with puncture after puncture & mechanicals. This prompted Anthony to share his t...
The Free and Accessible Way To Boost Your Performance - With Sarah
07 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Top athletes have really caught on to the power of mindfulness and meditation to improve endurance, recovery, sleep and a host of other benefits. Sara...
Is "Roadman" An Offensive Term? - Newbie Questions With Sarah
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A listener has a BIG problem with the term Roadman and Anthony explains the origin of the name. There's loads more questions from listener...
Around The World in 80 Days with Ultra Cycling Legend - Mark Beaumont
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Beaumount is an ultra cycling legend. We chat about what it takes to define a genre and set some of the craziest records in sports history. ...
How To Improve Work / Life Balance By Mimicking The Way Top Athletes Train
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're trialing a new and exciting approach in The Roadman Cycling Podcast Team inspired by Anthonys coaching ethos of 3 weeks intense work and a deloa...
Founders Series: Josh Poertner, Silca (One of Cyclings Oldest Brands)
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From a diverse background, including motorsport, Josh is best known for his work at Zipp where he worked a long time and had his hands and mind on man...
World Tour Rider Profile - Primož Roglič
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah profiles Primož Rogličs glittering career so far and delves into some of his big wins and the characteristics that have brought him so far in ...
Romance Is Not Dead & Riding Through Deep Puddles - Newbie Questions With Sarah
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we wrap up our year of Newbie Questions a listener wants to know the cost of moving away from cycling training for a few months. Anthony ha s...
Using Psychedelic's To Heal Trauma with Matt Zemon
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The author of "Psychedelics for Everyone" Matt Zemon joins me to chat about the power of plant medicine and its many applications. Today's show ...
How To Create A New Year Resolution You Won't Break
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
95% of New Year Resolutions are broken in the first 14 days of January. In today's episode I give you a 3 step formula I used to complete my 2022 reso...
Founders Series: Billion Dollar Lessons with James Louttit
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest companies in the world have designed systems to minimise failure and maximise productivity & efficiency. James Louttit joins me ...
How Cut Throat Is Anthony When He's Racing? - Newbie Questions With Sarah
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony tells us the one thing he NEVER wants to talk about if you're out on a spin with him. A listener wants to know how to ride with a group of cyc...
The Voice Of Cycling - Ned Boulting
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ned Boulting joins me on today's show. You'll instantly recognise Ned's voice as the one which has commentated on many of the iconic moments in cyclin...
What You Didn't Know About Training the Day After Drinking Alcohol
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Christmas period is almost upon us. Alcohol & Christmas seem to be so synonymous with each other but if you're planning a big block of r...
Founders Series: The Training Peaks Story with Joe Friel
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Friel is an endurance sports coach best known as an elite triathlon and cycling coach and author of the ICONIC "The Cyclists Training Bible". He h...
5 Skills You Need To Master On The Bike
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Skills work is something you need to keep working on every week no matter what level of a bike rider you are. The best piece of cycling advise I...
The Effects Of Exercise On Brain Health & Ageing - With Sarah
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The brain in a complicated piece of kit! We know so little about it but a widely studied research topic is that of the effects of exercise on the brai...
Newbie Questions - World's Fastest Shoe & Sock Combination
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Its Newbie Questions but this week we're without Sarah. The show goes on. We answer all your burning questions from a busy week in the weird & won...
From Gangland To Hollywood With Richie Stephens
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Richie Stephens is a Hollywood actor. He may well be the only actor in Hollywood who plays a gangster, who actually was a gangster. This is a cl...
Why We Need To Think About Death
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I had a friend pass away during the week. I spent a full day sulking & the following day alone, writing. That reflective time has given me a...
Bringing Formula 1 Science To Cycling Aerodynamics With Barney Garrood, Aerosensor
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Barney Garrood PhD has many years of experience as a Formula One aerodynamicist at teams including Ferrari and Mercedes, with experience of wind t...
The MOST CHAOTIC Thing I've Ever Seen In A Bike Race - This Is Why CX Rocks
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The best riders in the world gathered in Dublin to fight it out on this 3km World Cup Cyclocross race and it was a fight in snow & mud that brough...
NEVER Quit Ever Again - With Sarah
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah uses these three strategies to stay motivated and never miss sessions. She talks about using our new understanding of the brain to program...
The ULTIMATE Cyclists Christmas Gift Guide - Newbie Questions With Sarah
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah has compiled her list of amazing gifts for cyclists. Anthony is brutally honest about her picks and gives a big thumbs down to some of the...
Cyclocross: Everything You Need To Know About Dublin World Cup
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest show in the world of Cyclocross rolls into Dublin this weekend. I preview the favourites, the course, the weather and what we can ex...
Success Is Never A Straight Line With Zak Hanna
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zak Hanna is one of the best Mountain Runners in the World. He was 5th place in the recent World Championships but his road to success hasn't been an ...
Founders Series: Building Stages Cycling With Pat Warner
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Warner, Vice President of Stages Cycling joins me to bring us inside the quest to bring power to the people - making power meters affordable. Befo...
Why You Should Design A Boring Life
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of my quests in life is to design the ultimate day. What does the ultimate day look like? What activities have to be included? In this podcast i'l...
Marginal Gains, Everest Hacks & 8am Wake Up Calls - Newbie Questions With Saran Ann
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah is back with another edition of Newbie questions. Are you tempted with by an Everest Challenge, wondering how to sneak some aero gains for...
The Long Path: How Our Decisions Echo Through Time With Ari Wallach
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ari Wallach is an American futurist with a unique take on how we should be viewing the world. Zoom out, think long term. It sounds simple but wh...
FACT: I Now Understand The Spirit Of Gravel
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We always hear people refer to "the spirit of gravel". For a long time I wasn't sure what that meant but I have figured it out. Today I reveal f...
Founders Series: Diarmuid McSweeney (Gym + Coffee)
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The second guest on the Founders Series is Diarmuid McSweeney , the Co - Founder of Gym + Coffee. Gym + Coffee founded in 2017 is an Irish based...
Junk Miles: Are You Wasting Your Time Training?
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a danger that the training you're doing is having no effect or worse is actually making you a slower rider. Tune in today to make sure ...
Profiling The Biggest Team In The World - INEO Grenadiers
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah looks into the team famous for marginal gains and an obsession with numbers. While the ex Team Sky have brought many great advances to cyc...
I Always Knew I'd Be Famous Someday - Newbie Questions with Sarah Ann
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with another newbie questions. We talk Cyclocross, Tom Piddock, Badlands & under what circumstances you should ride in your drops. ...
Britain's Newest Star - Fred Wright
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Wright is the up and coming hope for the U.K. He really showed the world that the future is bright for British Road Cycling with some amazi...
5 Ways To Ruin Your Motivation
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I love the expression, learn from mistakes but they don't have to be your mistakes. These five pitfalls are sure to ruin your motivation, i've f...
Founders Series: Michael Brandt (HVMN Ketones)
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's show is a new concept - The Founders Series. I'll drop this series each Tuesday. I'm aiming to interview and get inside the minds of tho...
How To Get The Most From Your Commute To Work
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Commuting to work is a really time effective way to improve your fitness. In this episode Anthony gives tips on how to structure your commute so it ac...
21 Tips That Will Give You More Speed Than A $14,879 Carbon Bike - With Sarah
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's episode 600 of The Roadman Cycling Podcast and Sarah is sharing 21 of the most important things to get right if you want to be faster (and happie...
The SRAM SCAM SHAM (People Are Getting Ripped Off) - Newbie Questions With Sarah
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should your seat height, reach, stack set up etc be different on your road bike and your gravel bike? The demands of the two disciplines are phy...
My Struggles With Getting "In Shape " and Finding Balance & Fulfilment - With Siobhán O'Hagan
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Siobhán O'Hagan is a Personal Trainer specialising in helping people who are struggling with their training and nutrition. Siobhán's totally h...
Staying Motivated Through The Dark Winter Months
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation can ebb & flow. We're entering a time of the year where motivation is typically quite low. Today I give you some strategies to ge...
"I Hit The Tree At 52 km/hour" - Recovering After Crashing With Ed Veal
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Veal joined me on the podcast a few months ago and it proved to be one of our most popular podcasts ever so we had to get him back. It's bee...
Five Ways, You Probably Didn't Know, To Stay Warm On The Bike
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Staying warm is key to your enjoyment on the bike. Through the years i've ridden in some pretty harsh climates and learned some lessons along the way....
Don't Make These Winter Training Mistakes (You've Been Told)
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Winter...the "off season". But it's no time to relax. The training you do over the winter is different, nuanced, slow and deliberate and it can make o...
Can a Gravel Bike Moonlight as a Road Bike?- Newbie Questions With Sarah
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A listener writes in to know if it is ok to use their road bike for gravel too, Anthony gives his take on it. Why In Gods Name Are Wheels So Exp...
From Triathlon to Pro MTB and The Becoming The Gravel Queen - Winner Of Leadville Hannah Otto
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Otto fell in love with sport and competing from a really young age and started triathlon at the age of nine. After a successful career in...
Should You Workout Twice In The Same Day?
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is it beneficial to ride twice in the same day? Is there a mental benefit? A physical benefit? Or should this practise be best left to runners & s...
Road Racing Vs Gravel Racing With Alex Howes EF Education-EasyPost
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Howes rides with EF Education-Easy Post and has won stages at the USA Pro Challenge, the Colorado Classic, and the Tour of Alberta, as well as th...
An Unexpected Lesson From Rouleur Live
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I spent the past few days over in London at Rouleur Live, what an amazing event. I came away with an unexpected lesson which I'll carry with me as I j...
The Iconic Col du Tourmalet & The Tour de France Femme
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a companion podcast to last weeks episode on the Tour de France Hommes, we have the Tour de France Femme and it's a cracker. The second year ...
What Makes A Good Bike Rider? How Do I Get The Cycling X-Factor? - Newbie Questions
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A listener wants to know how he can become a “Smooth Rider”, that beautiful graceful cycling that some cyclists seems to have and all cyclists wan...
Physically Recovered But Emotionally & Mentally Finished With Pro Cycling - Tanja Erath
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tanja Erath has ended her pro cycling career this year after a crash in the Tour Of Britain that left her with a broken rib, a broken collarbone and t...
Why Did Aristotle Sleep On A Hard Floor?
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a society where it's rarely necessary to experience discomfort. We aren't the only ones in history to have experienced such luxury but some...
Hallucinations From Lack Of Sleep - How Ultra Bike Packing Pushes You To Your Limits With Sofiane Sehli
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sofiane Sehil is one of the most accomplished ultra distance bike racers and has toured over 100.000km, visiting more than 40 countries on 5 continent...
Sarah Is About To Pee Her Pants With Excitement - Tour de France 2023 ANNOUNCED!
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Tour de France 2023 route for the male and female cyclists has been announced. Sarah can hardly control herself as she gives a run down of the epi...
The One Thing I Wish I Knew When I Started Cycling (It's Not What You Think) - Newbie Questions With Sarah
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's Newbie Questions a listener wants to know what is the best cadence for weight loss, there's a lot of confusing information around this topi...
Inclusivity In Cycling - The Amani Project With Mikel Delagrange
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The AMANI project brings together initiatives aimed at enhancing inclusivity in cycling and creating opportunities for riders based in Africa. Founder...
Building A Super Power - Just Show Up
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show I talk about a habit you need to cultivate - showing up. Showing up and putting the work in when you're not motivated, when you'...
Bike Packing Aerodynamics With Badlands Winner Sebastian Breuer
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I chat with the winner of Badlands Sebastian Breuer. We talk about preparation, aerodynamics, training and the mentality it takes to get through...
Six Strange Cycling Superstitions
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cycling is a traditional European sport and even though we are now seeing the modernisation of the sport by technology, it still has some pretty old s...
The Gravel Cycling Grand Prix - A Series Of Incredible Twists & Turns
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This year saw the inaugural Gravel Life Time Grand Prix that included six of the best known and toughest gravel and mountain bike races. Cyclist...
My Saddle Hurts My Testicles, Is This Normal? - Newbie Questions With Sarah
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A listener writes in about a very delicate subject. Anthony and Sarah do their best to advise him! How fragile is a carbon frame, Sarah is...
Matt Stephens - A Masterclass In Reinvention
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Stephens is one of the most recognisable voices & faces in the world of cycling. He was a former British Pro Rider who gambled back in ...
Forgiveness & Re-Birth With Tyler Hamilton (Previously Unheard Audio)
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I went into my first chat with Tyler Hamilton carrying baggage and expectations. Within minutes of chatting I knew I had it all wrong. Whatever your s...
7 Ways To Fall In Love With Indoor Training
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony had a long and well documented hate for the indoor trainer for years but that has all changed. The indoor bike has become an integral pa...
Three Essential Productivity Tips To Help Fit Your Training In Around Work & Family
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's show I'd like to share "Three Essential Productivity Tips" which I've learnt from previous guests to help me be more productive and fit my ...
"The Weekends Are For Cycling, Not For Farmers Markets" - Newbie Questions With Sarah
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How long should a winter break be? A listener wants to strike a balance between losing form but also earning some brownie points with his wife by taki...
What Causes Foot Pain While Cycling & How To Fix It
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Foot pain can ruin your cycle. It can manifest itself as pins & needles, hot foot or numbness. Whatever the manifestation it is a horrible feeling...
Is Monitoring Blood Sugar The Key To Next Level Performance with Dr David Lipman
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we glance inside the cutting edge of tech wearable development. We chat with Dr David Lipman, director of Applied Science at Super Sapiens. ...
Does Gravel Need The UCI?
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had a chance to watch the first ever UCI Gravel World's at the weekend. Now the dust has settled we can discuss whether the gravel community needs ...
Aaron Kearny - Star of Badlands and The Chamois Time Tour
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays long anticipated episode Anthony and Aaron reunite to chat about Badlands Gravel Race and their epic 2,000km ride through Spain. Aaron...
It's All About Gravel - Gravel Worlds & Lakeland Gravel Grinder.
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I took part in my final race of 2022 yesterday and it was so much fun - The Lakeland Gravel Grinder. I talk about how it went, should you do it,...
What The Hell Is Cyclocross!?
08 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Sarah runs through what the wonderful but sometimes seemingly nuts discipline of Cyclocross is all about. Can she convince yo...