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The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

Ignition Coach Co
Endurance Training
Cycling
Nutrition
Mountain Biking
Cycling Performance
Heat Training
Goal Setting
Altitude Training
VO2 Max
Strength Training
Endurance Sports
Training
Lactate Threshold
Leadville 100
Zone 2 Training
Interval Training
Power Meters
Coaching
Cyclocross
Gravel Racing

The Matchbox podcast presented by Ignition Coach Co - a cycling show that covers training-related topics in a discussion-oriented format. Show hosts, Adam Saban and Kaitlyn Maddox, are endurance coaches with Ignition Coach Co who share a passion for expanding their knowledge of endurance training. They have also competed as elite cyclists across various disciplines and often lean on their experien... more

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to set yourself up for a successful taper into that late season race as ... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about whether there are gains to be had from nasal breathing while training, what ... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking to the co-founder of Hexis, Dr. Sam Impey.

As always, if you like what you hear, ... more

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking to the founder and CEO of Tymewear, Arnar Larusson about all things training with ... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Impey
Founder/Co-founder of Hexis, nutrition platform for cycling
Hexis
Episode: Episode 206 - Periodized Nutrition and the Real Science Behind Fueling the Worlds Best Athletes w/ Dr. Sam Impey
Arnar Larusson
Founder and CEO of Tymewear
Tymewear
Episode: Episode 205 - How Athletes Are Training Smarter Than Ever Using Ventilation Metrics w/ Tymewear Founder Arnar Larusson
David Van Orsdel
Ignition Coach Co colleague, exercise science expert
Ignition Coach Co.
Episode: Episode 195 - Coaching Up Ignition Co-Founder Drew Dillman as he Takes On His FIRST Leadville 100
Ross (Massachusetts)
Listener question poster about post-ride recovery
Massachusetts, USA
Episode: Episode 192 - Late-night Training and Nutrition Timing, Polarization Nuances, and New Bike Day vs Run What You Brung
Jesper (Denmark)
Listener asking about intensity priorities in polarized training
Cycling athlete
Episode: Episode 192 - Late-night Training and Nutrition Timing, Polarization Nuances, and New Bike Day vs Run What You Brung
Justin McQuerry
Ignition coach with a unique backstory in sports
Ignition Coach Co
Episode: Episode 191 - Durability vs Recoverability, Longevity, and Training for BIG CLIMBS
Tristan from North Carolina
Listener who asked about travel tips and lodging
Episode: RERUN: Episode 146 - Travel Tips, CTL, and RLT
Gary (UK)
Listener asking about red light therapy and grounding
Episode: RERUN: Episode 146 - Travel Tips, CTL, and RLT
Jeremy Norris
Professional racer and coach
Hard Excel Pro Cycling
Episode: Episode 176 - Balancing Training with Family and Home Life

Hosts

Adam Saban
Co-host and endurance coach with Ignition Coach Co; brings coaching experience and competitive racing background.
Kaitlyn Maddox
Co-host and endurance coach; contributes coaching perspective, athlete experience, and race-day insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • Knowledgeable and fun to listen

    Great knowledge base! Great to hear some different training perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _moore_matt_
    Canada3 years ago
  • The best cycling science podcast.

    Thanks so much for this podcast.

    I got so much out of it before becoming a coaching client of yours.

    P.S sign up for coaching everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aaronselkrig
    Finland3 years ago
  • Informative and relevant

    This is a great training oriented cycling podcast. I appreciate having coaches that race different disciplines and the perspective they offer. I like the more recent short episodes but think when we get into race season it’s fun to hear updates on host races, results, etc.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    acularw
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative coaching podcast

    I appreciate how the coaches try relate their personal training experiences, how it worked for them, and why they would recommend it to athletes they coach.

    Being able to email questions and listen to the coaches go through their thought process on why they would recommend a particular course of action, has a lot of value for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomcnc
    United States4 years ago
  • All in

    Love the show. Great vibes and the best advice. Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daddy_leams
    United States4 years ago

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Some listeners compare it favorably to other cycling science shows, while a few prefer more entertainment-focused pods.
Audience enjoys the blend of coaching depth with real-world racing stories.
Listeners praise the knowledgeable, practical coaching insights and the variety of topics across episodes.

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Apple Podcasts
#188
Norway/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#235
South Korea/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#244
Poland/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 206 - Periodized Nutrition and the Real Science Behind Fueling the Worlds Best Athletes w/ Dr. Sam Impey
Q: What are the onboarding questions Hexis uses to personalize recommendations, and why are they important?
The onboarding asks about age, height, weight, gender, training hours per week, activity level outside training, and body composition goals to tailor macronutrient targets and overall fueling plans.
Episode 204 - Chain Efficiency, Executing Intervals Outdoors, and Muscle Mass
Q: Does more muscle mass have the potential to be more powerful, and how should strength work be periodized for cyclists?
Muscle size and strength are related, but for endurance athletes the focus should be on neuromuscular efficiency and sustained endurance power. The optimal approach often involves a build-up phase with heavier lifting to gain strength while managing volume, then a maintenance phase during peak cycling training. Mass gain is not the primary goal; instead, improving strength while preserving endurance is emphasized, with caution not to overdo hypertrophy.
Episode 199 - Balancing Weight Loss / Performance and Coaching Advice
Q: When to prioritize weight loss over power gains for Big O?
Balance but lean toward cycling phases: allow weight loss in base/off-season, but protect high-quality training during peak and race blocks; monitor metabolic impact and adjust deficits accordingly with professional nutrition support.
Episode 198 - Does Following a Training Plan Really Matter and Estimating Your Lactate Turn Points
Q: Do training plans actually matter for someone who struggles with consistency?
Plans matter as a framework to create consistency; even a flexible schedule with key workouts can help maintain structure and progress toward goals.
Episode 193 - Is AI Coming for Our Jobs?!
Q: With all this talk of AI and coaching, how should we use it correctly for training given that I'm self-coached?
Use AI as a support tool rather than a replacement for foundational knowledge and personal judgment. Start with a strong knowledge base (foundational texts like Joe Friel's Training Bible), set clear goals, and treat AI outputs as prompts or frameworks to be refined with your own experience and, if possible, coach input for accountability and nuance.

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This show centers on endurance training for cycling, exploring practical coaching strategies, periodization, nutrition, altitude adaptation, wearables, and data-driven decision making. Episodes frequently balance rigorous science with real-world coaching experience, offering listeners actionable guidance for planning blocks, selecting gear, and managing fatigue across endurance events from gravel and MTB to Leadville-style altitude races. A standout pattern is the blend of athlete-focused insights with coach perspectives, plus candid discussions about the impact of technology, AI, and wearables on training decisions.

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1. Bonk Bros
2. FasCat Cycling Training Tips Podcast
3. Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad
4. The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
5. With Pace

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Recent guests on The Matchbox include:

1. Sam Impey
2. Arnar Larusson
3. David Van Orsdel
4. Ross (Massachusetts)
5. Jesper (Denmark)
6. Justin McQuerry
7. Tristan from North Carolina
8. Gary (UK)

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