Ten Minute Tips #77: How Not To Break Up With Your Bike This Season
In this episode of the Empirical Cycling Podcast, host Kolei Moore and coach Gidamina dissect why many cyclists hit a motivational and performance slump around May‑July, often feeling like they’re "breaking up" with their bike. They explain that cumulative fatigue from long‑term training, unnoticed bad habits (like poor sleep, nutrition, or creeping intensity), and life stressors combine to erode performance. The coaches stress the importance of periodization, balanced training that mixes structured work with fun, unstructured rides, and regular rest, highlighting how a well‑timed break can actually boost fitness. Gidamina draws on her coaching experience to show how personalized plans and honest communication with a coach can keep riders motivated and sustainable throughout the season.
Watts Doc #63: Confronting Uncertainty In Training And Data
In this episode, host Coley Moore and coach Gita Minas explore the inherent uncertainty in athletic training and how coaches can use data and experience to make better predictions. They critique the "algorithmic" mindset that promises guaranteed results, arguing instead...
Ten Minute Tips #76: Building Race Fitness
In this episode of the Empirical Cycling Podcast, host Coley Moore and coach Gidaminas break down the transition from a general aerobic build phase to race‑specific fitness. They compare generic endurance work—like FTP intervals and sweet‑spot rides—to the nuanced, discipline‑specific...
Ten Minute Tips #75: The Art Of Autoregulation (Training To Vibes)
In this episode of the Empirical Cycling Podcast, host Coley Moore and coaches James and Gediminas explore "vibes training"—a form of auto‑regulation where athletes adjust workouts daily based on sleep, nutrition, mood, weather, and other real‑time factors. They contrast rigid,...
Ten Minute Tips #74: FTP Training Mistakes (And Solutions)
In this episode of the Empirical Cycling Podcast, hosts Coley Moore, Erica, and Fabiano dissect common mistakes cyclists make when trying to improve their Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and offer practical solutions. They discuss flawed testing protocols, the danger of...
Watts Doc #62: Setting Up Your N=1 Training Experiment
In Watts Doc #62, hosts dive into how cyclists can design and run their own n=1 training experiments, covering the fundamentals of hypothesis formulation, data collection, and analysis. They walk listeners through selecting variables, establishing baselines, and using tools like...