FasCat Cycling Training Tips Podcast

FasCat Cycling Training Tips Podcast


Latest Episodes

Timing is Everything: The What, When, and How of 2021 Training
September 25, 2019

As the age-old adage goes, timing is everything. As we’re winding down the 2020 “season” and beginning to look towards 2021, it’s a critical thing to consider when planning our calendar. Choosing A vs. B races, when to…

Training for the Iceman Cometh MTB Race
September 18, 2019

by Jake Rytlewski,  September 2019 If you have ever heard of or been to Kalkaska, Michigan chances are you have done or heard of the Iceman Cometh. The Iceman Cometh is a 27 mile point to point mountain…

Everything Phil’s Cookie Fondo with Phil Gaimon
September 14, 2019

Phil returns to the FasCat Podcast to chat about his upcoming fondo happening in 6 weeks! Frank and Phil talk about his comeback from a terrible crash suffered earlier this year, what the vibe is like at the…

Reviewing Your Season to Be Faster Next Year
September 05, 2019

As the offseason for most cyclists (sorry, ‘crossers) and fall approaches, it’s time to look back and reflect on your season to see what worked and what didn’t, take stock of your nutrition and training strategies, and use…

Dirk Friel, Co-Founder of TrainingPeaks
August 29, 2019

This week, Coach Frank sits down with Dirk Friel, the co-founder and Chief Evangelist of TrainingPeaks…the essential software for athletes. It’s what we use to coach our athletes, and what is used by countless other coaches, athletes, and…

SBT GRVL Recap, Offseason Talk, and the Future of USA Cycling
August 22, 2019

It’s a busy time of year for cycling, so we’re back at it with a 3-part podcast covering 3 very different but interestingly related topics: Steamboat Gravel [SBTG], cyclocross prep and the importance of taking an offseason as…

Ask FasCat #6!
August 15, 2019

We’re back for a long awaited Q&A episode, answering questions about everything from weight loss to full gas intervals to altitude adjustment…it’s a good one (we even get a call from Mr. Gaimon)! Thanks to everyone for submitting…

Rebecca’s Private Idaho Race Analysis
August 08, 2019

Rebecca’s Private Idaho has quickly risen to one of the top gravel race weekends in the country. Based in the small ski town of Ketchum, Idaho, RPI was started by endurance mountain bike legend and Ketchum local, Rebecca…

Six Weeks till Cyclocross – how to train for cyclocross
August 01, 2019

It’s August 1st, which means #crossiscoming in approximately 6 weeks. It’s time to get serious about training, honing cross-specific skills, and prepare the body for the demands of cyclocross. Have no fear our “oh shh*t six week cyclocross…

Steamboat Gravel (SBTGRVL) Pre-Race Course Recon, Training, and Equipment Tips
July 25, 2019

We’re about 3 weeks away from the inaugural Steamboat Gravel race, and Coach Frank recently pre-rode the critical 100 miles of the 140 race. From pacing and training to equipment and course conditions, we’re here this week on…