Consummate Athlete Podcast

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• What a Saddle Sore is
• Troubleshooting Saddle Sores
• Should you wear Underwear with bike shorts?
• Choosing a bike seat.

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• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
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• "Saddle, Sore" Book by Molly Hurford - Canada
• "Saddle, Sore" Book by Molly Hurford - USA

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• Final preparations for a 24-hour solo race
• Whether Heart Rate needs to get high (>85%MHR) during intervals
• Workarounds for using TrainingPeaks Basic Account
• How Much Group Riding is too much?

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• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
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• Camel Bak Chase Vest
• Molly Race report from Sulphur Springs 2025
• Molly Leadville DNF post
• Scott Frey Episode mentioned for mental skills
• Molly's Sulphur springs 100 miler (PODCAST)
• Luke Way discussed respiratory training and Corey Wallace 24 hour racing/training
• Kristen Legan - on the Unbound 200 and XL - great for long distance racing

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• Whether it is worth augmenting 'normal' cycling training (or using 'hacks' )
• What specific training might mean
• Fitting Strength into a busy summer or 'competitive season' of cycling

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• Molly on Boring Training in Runners World Magazine
• Molly on QueenStage Podcast
• Molly on Bicycling Magazine Tour De France Coverage
• Dan John on Strength Training For Cycling Podcast
• Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudsen

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview Dr. Scott Frey of Cerebral Perforformance

• The art and science of self-talk - how to talk to yourself and boost performance
• How cognitive load affects training and racing
• How to survive a peak
• Decision Making and cognitive load

💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast

• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
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• Instagram for Cerebral Performance
• www.cerebralperformance.com

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• What are different names for rest weeks? (deload, Down etc)
• Why take rest weeks and days
• What to do for tests and rides in a rest week
• rest weeks vs. post-race week recovery vs. off-season

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• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
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• Molly Bicycling Tour De France Coverage 2025
• Molly with N89 Run Clinic July 21 2025
• Rooted MTB Fest 2025 Women's Festival New York
• David Roche Article on Rest weeks/days in year

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview Selene Yeager of Feisty Menopause and the 'Hit Play Not Pause' podcast. Topics include:

• Updates on reasearch and best practices for Menopause
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) updates and misconceptions
• Ways a coach can serve those experiencing menopause symptoms
• Training adjustments for menopause
• Mindset and Identity through Menopause transition
• Fueling mistakes for menopausal women

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• Submit your question for a future episode with this anonymous form!
• Selene Yeager on Instagram: @FitChick3
• Hit Play Not Pause Podcast link
• menopause.org
• Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today!

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• Western States Running Race take-a-ways
• How to prepare for a stage race 1-week out (joking but not ?)
• Preparing for low rpm / high effort of long steep climbs on European cycling trip
• Balancing summer fun vs. training

💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast

• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
• Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form!
• Watch western states live stream
• David Roche Youtube Series - Road to Western States
• BC BIKE RACE - 150 spots open Tues July 2nd for last chance 2026 race
• Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today!

Connect with Molly & Peter

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• MTB Workouts - how to train on mtb if its rainy or not have access to trail?
• How to get better at climbing
• Why isn't your actual TSS matching prescribed TSS?
• Tips to keep cycling and running cost reasonable?
• What to do in workouts when not prescribed exactly (e.g. warmup and between interval)

💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast

• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
• Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form!
• Becoming a Consummate Athlete Book by Molly Hurford and Peter Glassford
• Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today!
• Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudsen
• HRV4Training App
• Post about Climbing on Consummate Athlete

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter interviews Alex Larson R.D. about fueling big endurance challenges like gravel races and Gran Fondos. Be sure to check out Alex's new podcast 'Endurance Eats'.

• How and R.D. can help with your fueling for endurance sports
• Common fueling errors for gravel cyclists
• The challenge of weight loss and training - can you do both?
• Creatine, Baking Soda and more !

💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast

• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
• Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form!
• ALN Nutrition - Alex Larson R.D. Website
• Alex Larson Instagram
• Alex's new podcast 'Endurance Eats'.
• Camel Bak Chase Vest
• Big water bottles are getting more popular
• Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today!

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• 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here

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In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• Molly's Run training leading to her win at Sulphur springs 100-miler run
• How to train and thrive while working shift work
• How to warmup and common mistakes

Ask Your Question for a Future Episode! Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast

• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
• Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form!
• Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today!
• Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudson
• Book - The Happy Runner - Megan and David Roche
• Molly Race report from Sulphur Springs 2025
• Molly Leadville DNF post
• Nigh shift work with Dr. Jim Slauson

Connect with Molly & Peter

• Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter
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