The Roadman Cycling Podcast

Apr 16 2025 1134 ep. 27 mins 312

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We share tips, strategies & insights on how you can use cycling as a tool for health, for happiness & longevity. World Tour riders, authors & academics - every weekday.

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Fuel, Tactics, Suffering: Alex Wild’s Full Sea Otter Debrief

Apr 16 2025 36 mins

Kicking off the Lifetime Grand Prix series in style, Alex Wild joins us fresh from his 6th-place finish at Sea Otter. In this tell-all episode, Alex opens up his files and shows exactly what it takes to be at the sharp end of the most competitive gravel race in the U.S. We break down his preparation, in-race fuelling, tactics, and the crazy dynamics of Sea Otter’s early-season ch

The Cost of Discipline: Burnout, Body Image & the Hustle Myth With Brian Keane

Apr 13 2025 108 mins

What happens when the identity that once drove you starts holding you back? In this honest and wide-ranging conversation, Anthony reconnects with Brian Keane—author, speaker, and ultra-endurance coach—to explore the line between discipline and dysfunction. They dive into self-doubt, social pressure, and the reality of rebuilding when your goals shift. Brian shares what a decade

I Changed My Fitness in 6 Months—Here’s Exactly What Worked

Apr 11 2025 26 mins

Ever feel emotionally flat after a big ride? Or wonder why mid-morning sessions hit different? In this week’s Rider Support, Anthony and Sarah dive into the sneaky science behind your best—and worst—training windows, the psychology of post-workout slumps, and why skipping sessions might not be failure but feedback. We also talk safety in racing: are organisers doing enough, o

Dowsett's Aero Masterclass At Astana - What Amateurs Don’t Know

Apr 09 2025 60 mins

Alex Dowsett shares the aerodynamic strategies he learned during his time at Team Astana—insights that helped shape some of the fastest riders in the world. From bike setup to body position and marginal gains, this aero masterclass reveals what truly separates pros from amateurs. If you're chasing speed, this is the deep-dive you didn’t know you needed.Our S&C Plan - �

Athlete 2.0 - Train Less, Live More

Apr 08 2025 7 mins

In this episode of the Roadman Cycling Podcast, Anthony shares a deeply personal reflection on what it means to evolve as an athlete beyond competition. Sparked by a quote from Naval Ravikant — “Specialization is for insects” — he explores the danger of over-identifying with a single role, like "the cyclist." From chasing KOMs to chasing sovereignty, Anthony unpac

Is Road Racing Dead?- Rider Support

Apr 04 2025 33 mins

Is road racing dead? This week, Anthony dives into the decline of traditional road racing—not just in Ireland, but across the UK and US too. We talk about what’s changing, why gravel and fondos are booming, and whether road racing can bounce back. Plus, it’s race season, and we’re helping first-timers get dialed: from pre-race routines and what to pack, to warm-ups, nutriti

Dylan Johnson on Building the Perfect Training Plan

Apr 02 2025 52 mins

Today, Anthony welcomes Dylan Johnson back to the podcast for a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of endurance training. Dylan breaks down how he structures his own training plan, from the big-picture macro cycles all the way down to the finer details of meso cycles. They discuss how to balance intensity and volume, why tapering is often misunderstood, and how to time it right for

How To Fix Numb Hands On The Bike - Rider Support

Mar 28 2025 33 mins

Numb hands ruining your rides? This episode is for you. Anthony breaks down the real reasons behind hand numbness on the bike and offers practical fixes you can try without splashing out on a pro bike fit. We also dive into how to fuel properly for multi-day races without wrecking your gut, why club culture sometimes undervalues personal milestones, and whether mixing cycling kit b

"If I Could Start Over" - Double Olympic Gold Medalist Alistair Brownlee on His Biggest Lessons

Mar 26 2025 54 mins

Alistair Brownlee is a name that defines triathlon greatness—two Olympic gold medals, countless victories, and a career that reshaped the sport. But what does he wish he had known at the start of it all? In this episode, Anthony sits down with Alistair to talk about the highs, the hard lessons, and the things he’d do differently if he could go back. From competing alongside his

Boosting Blood Flow for Endurance Gains with Steve Allende

Mar 23 2025 33 mins

This week, Anthony sits down with Steve Allende, founder and CEO of PLASMAIDE—a game-changing supplement built to support endurance, recovery, and performance through better blood flow. They dive into the origins of the product, the science behind its key ingredients (including pine bark extract), and why nitric oxide is such a big deal for athletes. Steve shares what sparked the