FASTER Cycling

Oct 15 2024 118 ep. 51 mins 230

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If you're into road cycling, triathlon, gravel cycling, or mountain biking, this podcast will help make you faster. We find industry experts on a wide range of topics to educate you on getting faster.

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Using Visualization to Improve Sports Performance

Oct 15 2024 41 mins

Many world class athletes can be seen with their eyes closed before a major event. I often wondered what they were doing and I've learned that most are visualizing. Visualization is a sports psychology technique that is proven to improve sports performance. In this episode of FASTER we discuss confidence and trust which are the building blocks of visualization and then discuss ever

Using Mushrooms and Adaptogens to be a Faster Cyclist

Oct 01 2024 60 mins

Most people in the west think of two things when discussing mushrooms. Food and hallucinogens. However, mushrooms have been used in the east for thousands of years for health. Recently, a cycling team used cordyceps mushrooms to help their athletes improve VO2 Max and studies show humans do get a VO2 Max boost from mushrooms. In this episode of FASTER we talk with Danielle Ryan Daw

Must Listen - 2025 FLO Factory Team

Sep 06 2024 15 mins

We've got exciting news about the 2025 FLO Factory Team. For 2025 we are bringing the management of the team in-house. There are lots of exciting changes in store and we want to share them all with you. Listen to this episode to learn all about the FLO Factory Team and how you can become a member.

Gravel Wheels are Faster Than Road Wheels and Dollars/Watt

Jul 16 2024 17 mins

Did you know that the fastest disc brake wheels we make are our gravel wheels even through they are 23mm shallower than our deepest road wheel? In this episode we discuss why and have a detailed conversation about Dollars/Watt when looking at gear. Most people look at the cost and the number of watts saved but time needs to be considered. We break down the math and show you how to

Pelvic Floor Health for Cyclists

May 28 2024 55 mins

Pelvic floor health may be something you've never heard of. While pelvic floor physical therapists been around since the 70s many issues go misdiagnosed by clinicians unaware of this specialty. Most pelvic floor work has focused on women's health but men are also impacted by pelvic floor issues. Listen to this episode of FASTER to learn all about pelvic floor health and how you ens

Natural Testosterone for Cyclists

May 14 2024 56 mins

Testosterone generally has a bad name when it comes to cycling and endurance sports. Steroids, TRT, and other options have landed cyclists in a lot of hot water. However, testosterone is a key part of our make-up and it is important to have enough to perform as a cyclist. In the episode of FASTER we talk with Mike Mahler of Mahler's Aggressive Strength about testosterone, hormones,

Vibration Masterclass for Cycling

Apr 30 2024 37 mins

Vibration plays a critical role in cycling yet many people do not understand its importance. We've been studying vibration at FLO for years and working vibration reduction into the design of our wheels. Today on FASTER we talk with Matt Chase the vibration expert who helped with on road testing at FLO for measuring vibration and natural frequencies. Listen to this episode to get a

Managing Pain for Cyclists to Ensure Longevity In the Saddle

Apr 16 2024 37 mins

As we age pain can increase during physical exercise. However, pain is not always a sign to stop. It may mean we need to push through or find new ways to keep moving. Old theory states that as we age we must slow down but new research proves that the more we move the longer we live and the better quality of life we have. In this episode of FASTER Dr. Kyle Buth from Crafted Wellness

Spine Alignment During Sleep and How It Impacts Performance

Apr 02 2024 42 mins

Have you ever considered how your spine alignment during sleep impacts your performance? We'll Dr. Martone has created a whole career on helping people improve the position of their spine during sleep to improve performance and prevent injury. Dr. Martone a practicing chiropractor and mountain biker herniated a disc which had him re-evaluate everything he knew and was teaching his

Sleep For the Cyclist, Sleep Timing, Sleep Pressure, Training vs. Sleep and More

Mar 19 2024 62 mins

Dr. Chris Winter makes his second appearance on FASTER to discuss more on sleep. As more is discovered about sleep more can be applied to becoming faster. In this episode we discuss the optimal time to train around sleep, sleep pressure, coffee use, sleep with kids, sleep enough vs missing a workout, the use of saunas and cold showers, fasting and much more. Listen to this episode