In this conversation, Brendan Housler and Greg Henderson discuss various aspects of professional cycling, including team dynamics, rediscovering passion for the sport, the importance of race reading skills, and the role of position in sprinting. They delve into the differences between track and road cycling, highlight career achievements, and share insights on training approaches, nutrition, and the mindset required for success. Greg emphasizes the significance of fun in training, the importance of building a successful lead-out train, and the transition from amateur to professional cycling. The conversation concludes with advice for aspiring cyclists and reflections on the evolving nature of the sport.

Thanks, Greg! Find him on IG and X here:

https://www.instagram.com/greghendersonnzl/

https://x.com/greghenderson1

Chapters:

0:00 Welcome!

2:16 Finding the Love for Cycling - The Ups and Downs of a Pro Career

8:18 Reading the Race and Mastering the Sprint

14:10 Track vs. Road Cycling

17:01 Building a Long and Successful Career

23:01 Staying Active and Preparing for the Next Season

26:01 Big Gear Work and Developing Strength

37:01 Zone 2, Specificity, and Anaerobic Reserve

46:01 Embracing Suffering and Building Resilience

51:06 Separating Hype from Reality

56:35 Optimizing Nutrition for Peak Performance

59:22 From Amateur to Pro

1:00:56 Inspiration and a Shared Passion for Cycling