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229. Why Your Low Back Hurts on the Bike (and How to Fix It)
If youve ever felt that familiar low back pain mid-ride, youre not alone... but it doesnt have to be that way. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, Coach Jen breaks down the real reasons your lo
228. Ride Longer, Burn Smarter: Lactate Threshold Training Made Simple
Ever wonder why your legs suddenly feel like molten lava halfway through a long climb? You can thank your lactate threshold for that. In this weeks episode, Im breaking down lactate threshold trai
227. Fueling Success: The Story Behind Flow Formulas with Hannah Reese
Join me in this episode as I dive into the inspiring journey of Hannah Reese, the visionary founder of Flow Formulas. Discover how Hannah transformed her personal challenges with food allergies into a
226. Off-Season Strength Training for Cyclists: Build Your Best Season Yet
Fall is here, the days are shorter, and your rides might be winding down - but your fitness doesnt have to! In this episode, Im talking about why the off-season is the perfect time to start strength
225. Why Gravel + MTB Rides Wreck You (And How to Recover Smarter)
Gravel and mountain bike riders - do you ever wonder why your rides may wreck you? This episode is for you. I'm unpacking what happens to your body when you leave smooth roads behind and enter the wor
224. How to Finally Stop Bonking Mid-Ride
Bonking isnt just annoying - it limits your performance, enjoyment, and confidence. Get this right, and youll ride stronger, feel faster, and stay powerful late into the ride. Plus: fewer bonk stori
223. How Busy Cyclists Can Adapt Training When Life Gets Messy
Life doesnt always follow your training plan, and thats okay. In this episode, Ill teach you how to pivot your strength and cycling workouts when work, family, or stress throw curveballs. Youll le
222. Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Cyclists: The Key to Smarter Training and Recovery
Youve 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 its the ultimate gauge of balance betw
221. How to Develop Durability on the Bike
Durability isnt just about going the distance - its about how well you hold up during it. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, I share how cyclists (whether youre a mountain biker, gravel grinde
220. Why VO₂max Isn’t Everything for Cyclists
Many cyclists obsess over VOmax, but what if that number isnt telling the full story? In this episode, I break down what VOmax actually measures, its limits as a performance predictor, and which me





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