Making Shift Happen podcast
Bonking isn’t just annoying - it limits your performance, enjoyment, and confidence. Get this right, and you’ll ride stronger, feel faster, and stay powerful late into the ride. Plus: fewer bonk stories, more race-day wins. Episode highlights: WHY bonking happens....
Life doesn’t always follow your training plan, and that’s okay. In this episode, I’ll teach you how to pivot your strength and cycling workouts when work, family, or stress throw curveballs. You’ll learn my “3 R Framework” (Reduce, Replace, Reschedule) so you can stay...
You’ve seen HRV pop up on your stats screen. Now, meet your new secret weapon. In this episode, I break down what Heart Rate Variability (HRV) really means, why it’s the ultimate gauge of balance between “fight or flight” and “Netflix & chill,” and how it matters...
Durability isn’t just about going the distance - it’s about how well you hold up during it. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, I share how cyclists (whether you’re a mountain biker, gravel grinder, or roadie) can build true, long-lasting durability, both mentally...
Many cyclists obsess over VO₂max, but what if that number isn’t telling the full story? In this episode, I break down what VO₂max actually measures, its limits as a performance predictor, and which metrics (like FTP, lactate threshold, and durability) can matter more...
What if strength training could actually make you a better—and more durable—mountain biker? In this episode, I chat with Jessie Duppler, a physical therapist and fellow rider from Chain Reaction Physical Therapy in Prescott, AZ. We talk about how strength training...
Feeling stuck in the “intermediate” zone with your MTB skills on the trails? Do you want to ride more confidently, tackle tougher features, or maybe (finally!) try racing? This episode is your guide to making BIG gains in your mountain biking skills—without the...
Today, I’m talking about protein supplements, amino acids, surgery, and recovering from injury.🤕🩼 If you’ve ever wondered whether a scoop of whey or a few grams of essential aminos in a protein supplement could help someone recover faster from hip or knee replacement...
Today, we’re diving into something everyone is talking about without even realizing it… but few actually understand: metabolic flexibility. Think of metabolic flexibility as your body’s ability to shift gears efficiently, burning fat when it makes sense, using carbs...
Knowing how to fuel for early morning training can help you maintain performance and power on and off the bike and in and out of the gym. It can also help you learn how to recover properly since you aren't under-fueling before harder training efforts. Give this...
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