The Second Echelon

We all know we're supposed to have goals, but a goal isn't simply an idea or ambition- it's a carefully designed challenge! Set yourself up for success by setting S.M.A.R.T. goals and tracking your p…

In the final episode of 2020, Christian and Noah draw on their experience directing and racing in professional development programs respectively, as well as direct USAC National Team experience, to p…

After some time away from the microphone, we're back in the saddle to answer the burning question - will racing be back in 2021?

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We're taking it back to core principles and evolution on nutrition this week! How do you feed a human? More importantly, how do you feed an endurance athlete? It's not just calories in, calories out.…

The 2020 racing season is officially derailed, so what to do now? In this episode, Christian and Noah tackle how to maintain sanity and continue to improve performance- without racing to use as a tar…

There are still major races to tackle this Fall, and that doesn't leave a lot of breathing room between the holidays and the start of the 2021 season. Manage your form and your confidence with the ri…

What do we mean when we say "fatigue"? What roll does that play in designing a plan or managing peformance? What do YOU need to know about it as an athlete? Today we're picking apart a frequently mis…

Cycling may be timeless, but the machines used to bring our passion to life exist in a fast-paced world of survival of the fittest. In the late 20th century, differences between bikes within each dis…

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When it rains, it pours. In this episode, Christian and Noah discuss strategies for dealing with faltering motivation, taking on new physical challenges, and tips on having a healthy relationship wit…

Out of motivation? Frustrated at the lack of racing? Whether you've set the bar higher during isolation or lost the plot and gained a few pounds, now is the perfect time to evaluate your relationship…

The light may slowly begin to materialize at the end of the tunnel. Indeed, a racing calendar has been set, at least for the pro's. We discuss the implications it will have on teams, riders, and the …

It's true, you can only train as hard as you recover. In this episode, we're covering the most important elements to incorporate into your daily recovery routine, and dispelling a few common myths. A…

So, you've lost 20lb and perfected your handstand during the quarantine, right? Or, are you struggling to just get off the couch? Isolation is impacting everyone a little differently, but we owe it t…

Are Zwift races legitimate? What about indoor-specific athletes? In this episode, we're diving in head-first on the impact of virtual racing, what it means for the future, and a few tips to make sure…

A season of bike racing can bring enough ups and downs to feel like a lifetime. When you stack enough seasons together, some stand out as having a greater impact than others. Some racing seasons may …

Put your lab goggles on- we're dropping the curtain on peer-reviewed training science, cutting through all the fluffy nonsense and giving away (some) of the secrets to developing high-quality trainin…

Is there a difference between training/coaching for gravel events vs road or mountain events? What are the best strategies to battle lack of motivation? Should you avoid training to preserve your imm…

We're back! We've got some catching up, some housekeeping, some news, new thoughts on talent, and recommendations for how to make the best lemonade during this time of great lemons. We missed you! Le…

We're BACK! Since our last episode, we've had the opportunity to race the Texas State Championships. We'll dissect the race (criticism and all) and discuss how and where some aspects of negative raci…