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The Fast Talk podcast offers the best guides to cycling performance and endurance sports training from world-class experts. Cohosted by cycling coaches and sport scientists Trevor Connor and Rob Pickels, Fast Talk episodes feature fascinating conversations with world-class experts discussing the endurance sports topics they know best: the best ways to train, effective workouts, questions on polari... more

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For decades, Dr. Timothy Noakes and Dr. Louise Burke have debated the best diet for performance, from opposite ends of the spectrum. In a series of new articles, the two nutrition pioneers continue the discussion.

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Sports psychologist Dr. Kate Bennett joins us to discuss the “Way of Champions” psychological framework that leads to happier, healthier, better-performing athletes and people.

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Science isn’t perfect; humans can bring bias and poor design. Today, Dr. Stephen Cheung helps us understand the potential pitfalls of scientific inquiry, and the things we can trust.

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We discuss whether a couple of heat training sessions a week has any reward (or risk), why lower back pain seems to be on the rise in cyclists, and Grant details his crash at a local race.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Stephen Cheung
Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
Stellar Lab/IJSPP
Episode: 424: “Backed by Science” Doesn’t Mean What You Think, with Dr. Stephen Cheung
Dr. Michael Rosenblatt
Statistician, researcher at Sylvan Adams Sports Institute
Sylvan Adams Sports Institute
Episode: 424: “Backed by Science” Doesn’t Mean What You Think, with Dr. Stephen Cheung
Pat Warner
Vice President of Product at Stages Cycling
Stages Cycling
Episode: 422: The Science of Power Meters, with Stages Cycling’s Pat Warner
Chris Horner
Professional cyclist and commentator known for smart racing analysis
Episode: 420: Cycling Race Craft and Tactics with Chris Horner
Andrea Schwartz
Registered Dietitian, founder of ABS Nutrition and Fitness
ABS Nutrition and Fitness
Episode: 419: How to Lose Weight in Season Without Hurting Performance
Stacey Brickson
Professor of exercise physiology, bike fitter PT, founder of Draft Responsibly Coaching
Draft Responsibly Coaching
Episode: 417: What Makes the Pedal Stroke So Unique, and Why Strength Training Is So Important
Jamie Whitfield
Professor in the Center for Human Metabolism Performance, Australian Catholic University of Melbourne
Australian Catholic University of Melbourne
Episode: 417: What Makes the Pedal Stroke So Unique, and Why Strength Training Is So Important
Siren Seiler
Coach and physiologist
Episode: 417: What Makes the Pedal Stroke So Unique, and Why Strength Training Is So Important
Carter Smith
NICA coach
National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA)
Episode: 416: Setting the Example for Youth Development with NICA

Hosts

Trevor Connor
Host of the show and cycling coach/sport scientist
Chris Case
Co-host and journalist/commentator; long-running host
Julie Young
Co-host; cycling coach

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 843 ratings
  • Infomercial channel ?

    Fast Talk used to be a source of good training information but lately it has been an infomercial podcast. One week they “interview” a future podcast sponsor. This has been a pattern lately that has made me unsubscribe.

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    Infomercial padcast
    United States24 days ago
  • Disappointed loyal listener

    I have been listening to Fast Talk for several years. I have found it invaluable as a reliable source of information on training related science. However I was very disappointed in the episode on gut health and micro biomes. Although I have some knowledge of the topic, this episode was too science heavy. It was also too heavy on the use of probiotics at the expense of what might constitute a good diet for gut health. To cap it all the last few minutes were an open door for the guest of the show ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RW19UK
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • I love that they're having this discussion and I don't think that they're idiots, but the red flags in the first study are just insanely loud. The paper makes it clear that causality is not even close to proven, and even says retrospective in the title, but the discussion starts right off with the clickbait about this being applied prospectively, which is just confusing for people who don't know the difference between an experiment and a AI generated regression

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    stereoman
    6 months ago
  • Most fun to listen to

    Gosh I love listening to you guys. No matter how bad my day- sports is my temple and workouts are therapy. You raise all this to another beautiful level - thank you folks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1_2_Travl
    Ireland8 months ago
  • superb

    Entertaining and very informative.

    I feel i can trust what these people say - its not just the latest fad but information driven by science and years of experience.

    The best endurance podcast by far (IMHO).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    quintilation
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the depth on physiology and performance but some downsides include sponsor integration feel and occasional audio quality issues.
High-quality, science-based training content with practical coaching takeaways.
Positive sentiment around expert guests and actionable advice, with a few critical voices about balance between science and marketing.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#94
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Apple Podcasts
#135
Norway/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#151
South Africa/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#188
Singapore/Health & Fitness
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#196
Finland/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#240
Switzerland/Health & Fitness

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419: How to Lose Weight in Season Without Hurting Performance
Q: What is a safe target weight for an endurance athlete losing weight in-season?
Targets should be modest and individualized, typically around 0.25 to 0.5% of body weight per week, with most athletes focusing on maintaining fueling around workouts and tracking monthly trends rather than chasing aggressive weekly changes.
417: What Makes the Pedal Stroke So Unique, and Why Strength Training Is So Important
Q: So Dr. Brickson, I know before we dive into this, there's some terms that you need to define for the conversation.
We define recruitment, activation, and synchronization: recruitment is the order in which motor units are recruited from slow‑twitch to fast‑twitch; activation is the firing rate and calcium dynamics that elevate force; synchronization is how closely the different motor unit groups come online, improving efficiency.
406: Tech vs. Wild – How Augmented Reality, GPS, and Other Technologies Are Reshaping the Way We Adventure, with Chris Burkard
Q: How do you maintain your level of stoke, even amidst some of the most brutal conditions?
I find myself drawn to those experiences because they strip away the irrelevant aspects of life, helping me see what's truly important and appreciate the internal space.
403: Celebrating American Cycling Success in 2025, with Jim Miller
Q: What new programs or strategies are being implemented in USA Cycling?
USA Cycling is developing a team focused on medical, sports sciences, and technology.
403: Celebrating American Cycling Success in 2025, with Jim Miller
Q: How are you handling the challenge of discovering new talent?
Talent identification on the road is challenging; mountain biking is performing well with juniors.

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What is Fast Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven show that blends sports science with practical coaching insights, focusing on endurance performance, cycling strategy, nutrition, and rehabilitation. Episodes often feature researchers, coaches, and industry insiders who translate complex science into actionable takeaways for athletes, coaches, and teams. Notable strengths include rigorous discussion of study design, wearable tech, and real-world training applications, along with occasional deep dives into nutrition, biomechanics, and performance psychology. The format regularly pairs expert guests with hosts who help translate research into coaching practices, and sponsorship integrations are common, reflecting close ties to cycling science and athlete development communities... more

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1. Dr. Stephen Cheung
2. Dr. Michael Rosenblatt
3. Pat Warner
4. Chris Horner
5. Andrea Schwartz
6. Stacey Brickson
7. Jamie Whitfield
8. Siren Seiler

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