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The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

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Cycling Performance
Cycling
Endurance Training
Strength Training
VO2 Max
Nutrition
Cadence Training
Pedal Stroke
High RPM Workouts
Muscle Tension Intervals
Breathing Techniques
Low RPM Workouts
Bike Fit
Athletic Transformation
Aerobic Capacity
Training Readiness
Fitness
Cycling Challenges
Longevity
Endurance Performance

Coach Adam Pulford delivers actionable training advice and answers your questions in short weekly episodes for time-crunched cyclists looking to improve their cycling performance. The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast (formerly The TrainRight Podcast) is brought to you by the team at CTS - the leading endurance coaching company since 2000. Coach Adam pulls from over a decade of coaching experience and... more

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OVERVIEW

Annual Training Plans are big-picture, long term plans that map out training phases to bring the athlete into key races, events, or time periods with peak form and freshness, which helps optimize performance. For some, these can be fun to ma... more

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The Holidays are just about over and the New Year is about to begin. If you had a ton of fun over the Holidays and you're feeling a bit soft around the middle and bit slower than you'd like, Coach Adam Pulford has some good news! You're fitn... more

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Anaerobic capacity is the work you can do above your lactate threshold. Another term for it is Functional Reserve Capacity (FRC), and it acts like a battery that contains a finite amount of energy that runs out quickly and must be recharged ... more

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VO2 max or maximum aerobic capacity is your performance ceiling, but it is trainable and you can not only increase your VO2 max, but also the power you can produce at VO2 max, how long you can sustain that power, and the amount of work you c... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Cusack
U23 professional cyclist and CTS athlete
EF Education-Aevolo
Episode: Going Pro: The Data Behind Nathan Cusack's Journey From Juniors to EF Education-Aevolo
Dmitry Rossoshansky
CTS athlete and Deaflympic athlete
Deaf Team USA
Episode: Cycling While Deaf: How This CTS Athlete Trains, Wins, and Prepares for the Deaflympics
Nicole Rubenstein
Dietician who specializes in sports nutrition
Episode: Creatine: What Cyclists Need To Know To Benefit From Creatine Supplementation
Christopher Blevins
Cyclist and 2025 UCI Men's Cross Country Series Overall Champion
Episode: Before They Were Champions: Revisiting An Early Interview With A Young Christopher Blevins
Camilo Lopez
Masters Racer and 2025 Maryland Grand Fondo Champion in the 45 to 54 age group
Episode: Training, Strategy, and Demands of Timed-Segment Racing vs. Traditional Racing
Sarah Scozzaro
Pro coach specializing in ultra running and strength training for endurance athletes
CTS
Episode: Can Rucking With A Weighted Vest Make You A Stronger Cyclist?
Cody Stephenson
Head of education at TrainingPeaks with a background in exercise physiology and extensive experience in endurance sports analysis.
TrainingPeaks
Episode: Is FTP Dead? Is Critical Power the Cyclist's Next Great Training Metric? (#270)
Christie Aschwanden
Former elite athlete, author, and recovery guru.
Episode: Are "Recovery Scores" Accurate? Does Recovery Slow With Age? Find out from Christie Aschwanden (#269)
Emma Trott
High Performance Director on EF Oatley-Tannondale
EF Oatley-Tannondale
Episode: TDF Femmes Podcast - Stage 7 & Physical Demands at the Front vs. the Grupetto

Host

Adam Pulford
Coach Adam Pulford delivers actionable training advice and answers to listeners' questions, drawing on over a decade of coaching experience to inform time-crunched cyclists seeking to maximize their performance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 239 ratings
  • Tour de France Femmes 2025

    Great start to an exciting week of racing and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill in Roxborough
    United States6 months ago
  • Thanks

    Hi Adam,

    Thanks for your talk with Jason Koop, very inspiring!

    Peace,

    Steven in Houston

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Merlin2/14
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great resource!

    Lots of great training advice- ty all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AK0008
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Most Informative Cycling Podcast

    This is without doubt the best cycling specific podcast available. Please keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loooppy
    Australia2 years ago
  • Thanks

    Hi Adam,

    I discovered your pod thru the Koopcast recently. I like the short to the point topics.

    Peace,

    Steven in Houston

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Merlin2/14
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is well-received as a go-to resource for competitive and recreational cyclists alike.
Feedback suggests a strong emphasis on evidence-based training strategies, with many expressing gratitude for the usable insights.
Some critiques mention a desire for more scientific depth in certain discussions, while others find value in the varied expert insights.
Listeners appreciate the actionable and concise training advice provided, which is particularly helpful for busy cyclists.

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#109
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Apple Podcasts
#117
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Apple Podcasts
#164
Spain/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#184
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Apple Podcasts
#232
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Step-by-Step Guide to Building An Annual Training Plan (#288)
Q: What are annual training plans, and how do I map one out?
Annual training plans are long-term plans that map out training phases to optimize performance for key events. You should identify major events, assess your fitness level, and use planning tools.
Cycling While Deaf: How This CTS Athlete Trains, Wins, and Prepares for the Deaflympics
Q: What are some of the challenges you face in races when riding with normal hearing people?
There are challenges like communication and reliance on body language, as many hearing riders may not understand the need for visual cues.
Cycling While Deaf: How This CTS Athlete Trains, Wins, and Prepares for the Deaflympics
Q: How big is the Deaf Cycling community and how the heck do you ride your bike when you can't hear?
The number of Deaf cyclists is pretty small, with less than 10 specializing in racing. Communication relies on sight and intuition.
Before They Were Champions: Revisiting An Early Interview With A Young Christopher Blevins
Q: What advice would you give to young athletes pursuing their dreams?
Engage with your community, understand your motivations for pursuing your goals, and don't lose sight of why you started in the first place.
Before They Were Champions: Revisiting An Early Interview With A Young Christopher Blevins
Q: What are the main differences in training for BMX racing versus cross-country mountain biking?
BMX races are much shorter and require different skills, focusing on sprint work and strength, while cross-country mountain biking requires endurance and longer training sessions.

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2. Dmitry Rossoshansky
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4. Christopher Blevins
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6. Sarah Scozzaro
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