RERUN: Original Recording Date 6.24.25

Episode 146 - Travel Tips, The (debatable) Importance of Tracking CTL, and RLT

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about tips for keeping your legs fresh while traveling, whether or not we keep a close eye on CTL, and red light therapy.

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Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various travel tips for athletes, focusing on how to maintain performance during long drives. They emphasize the importance of breaking up travel time, staying hydrated, and managing workouts before travel. The discussion then shifts to the concept of Chronic Training Load (CTL) and its relevance in training, highlighting that CTL is not the sole indicator of fitness. Finally, they explore innovative recovery techniques such as red light therapy and grounding, weighing their potential benefits against traditional recovery methods.

Chapters

00:00 Travel Tips for Athletes

15:34 Understanding CTL in Training

32:35 Exploring Recovery Techniques

32:53 Grounding and Sleep Quality

35:02 Skepticism and Personal Experiences

37:51 Red Light Therapy: Myths and Realities

42:38 Inflammation and Recovery

47:25 Hydrogen Tablets and Antioxidants

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking with one of our coaches, Justin McQuerry, about his journey navigating the world of elite bike racing while managing life with Type I Diabetes.

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Summary

In this conversation, Drew and Justin McQuerry discuss the challenges and triumphs of living with Type 1 Diabetes as a competitive cyclist. Justin shares his journey from diagnosis at a young age to becoming a high-caliber racer, emphasizing the importance of managing diabetes through careful planning, technology, and nutrition. They explore the role of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), the high carb movement in endurance sports, and the necessity of backup plans for nutrition and insulin management during races. Justin's insights provide valuable lessons for athletes and anyone living with diabetes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Justin McQuerry and His Journey

01:58 Living with Type 1 Diabetes

06:55 The Intersection of Cycling and Diabetes Management

10:49 Navigating Sports and Diabetes

11:03 Early Memories and Self-Motivation

13:25 Real-Life Challenges of Managing Diabetes

16:11 The Role of Technology in Diabetes Management

19:02 Consumer vs. Medical Grade CGMs

23:04 Understanding Insulin Placement

23:57 Demystifying Diabetes

25:49 The Impact of Blood Sugar Levels

27:36 Insulin Management Strategies

29:34 Navigating Food Choices with Diabetes

31:14 Insulin Timing and Dosing

34:15 Technology in Diabetes Management

36:12 Challenges During Races

38:04 High Carb Movement in Cycling

41:10 Managing Blood Sugar During Races

43:19 Life on the Nova Nordisk Team

44:55 Community and Support Among Diabetic Athletes

46:50 High Carb Movement in Endurance Sports

48:41 Trial and Error in Nutrition Management

50:05 Backup Plans for Nutrition and Insulin

52:47 Leveraging Diabetes for Performance

56:08 Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Racing

59:32 Importance of Backup Plans

01:03:22 Justin's Unique Achievements in Cycling

Episode 176 - Balancing Training with Family and Home Life

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about balancing family life and training.

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about all things Leadville.

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Summary

This conversation provides an in-depth look at preparing for the Leadville race, covering essential topics such as fitness markers, training strategies, altitude acclimatization, nutrition, and equipment choices. The speakers emphasize the importance of understanding individual fitness levels, adjusting power targets for altitude, and maintaining a consistent nutrition strategy. They also discuss the significance of pacing and the mental preparation needed for first-time racers, making this a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to tackle the Leadville challenge.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadville Preparation

01:18 Understanding Fitness Markers for Leadville

04:07 Power Durations and Training Focus

11:47 Weekly Volume and Tapering Strategies

18:28 Altitude Acclimatization Strategies

24:46 Adjusting Power Targets at Altitude

36:06 Nutrition and Fueling Strategies

41:19 Equipment Choices for Leadville

Episode 174- Heat Training for the Cold, New Cyclists, and Repeatability Training

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about heat training for racing in the extreme cold, periodization for new cyclists, and how to orient your workouts around repeatability. 

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Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of training for cycling events, particularly focusing on preparing for cold weather races, building endurance and FTP for long rides, and the importance of threshold power versus repeatability in climbing. They emphasize the need for specific training plans tailored to individual goals and conditions, while also addressing the psychological aspects of training and racing. The conversation concludes with strategies for success and the importance of maintaining a balance between training intensity and recovery.

Chapters

00:00 Heat Acclimation vs. Cold Acclimation

11:10 Training Structure for New Cyclists

22:20 Structuring a Cycling Season

25:00 Threshold Power vs. Repeatability

25:52 Training for Climbing Performance

36:44 Race Strategy and Preparation

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we have part 2 of our goal setting mini series. Tune in to hear about each of our personal goals for 2026 and some roundtable feedback.

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Summary

In this episode, the hosts delve into their personal and professional goals for the year, focusing on various aspects of goal setting, including racing ambitions, health recovery, and lifestyle changes. Dylan shares his focus on improving his racing performance while managing health issues related to iron levels. The host discusses the importance of daily training and family involvement in fitness, while Kaitlyn expresses her excitement about new racing opportunities and community initiatives. Drew reveals his aspirations to write a book about fitness and faith, alongside his racing goals for the upcoming season.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goal Setting

01:15 Dylan's Focus on Racing Goals

03:04 Dylan's Health and Recovery Goals

09:58 Training Methodology and Iron Levels

14:21 Host's Personal Goals and Lifestyle Changes

17:22 Daily Training and Early Workouts

24:25 Family Involvement in Fitness

26:58 Kaitlyn's New Racing Goals

28:51 Community and Coaching Initiatives

34:34 Drew's Book Writing Aspirations

37:42 Drew's Racing Goals for the Year

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about our individual approach as athletes and coaches to goal setting.

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Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss the significance of goal setting as they enter the new year. They explore various approaches to setting goals, emphasizing the importance of process goals and daily habits over merely focusing on outcome goals. The discussion highlights the balance between having lofty aspirations and the practical steps needed to achieve them, as well as the role of accountability in the goal-setting process. The conversation culminates in a commitment to share their personal goals in the next episode, reinforcing the idea that articulating goals can enhance motivation and focus.

Chapters

00:00 New Year, New Goals

03:38 The Importance of Process Goals

09:42 Balancing Goals and Habits

15:22 The Role of Expectations in Goal Setting

21:34 Defining Success and Performance

26:21 Long-Term Vision and Daily Actions

31:47 Setting Goals for Accountability

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to train for a race series and specific preparation for extreme bucket-list climbs.

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about two-a-day training, finding motivation, and coaching junior cyclists.

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Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of cycling training, particularly for stage racing, and how to balance training with family life. They explore the importance of endurance and base training, the debate between two-a-days versus longer rides, and the Norwegian method. The conversation also touches on adapting training plans for life events, the role of cross-training, and the impact of social media on young athletes. They delve into structured training for teens, the balance of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and the philosophy of pursuing sports. The hosts emphasize the importance of enjoyment in sports and the role of parents in youth sports, cautioning against over-specialization and highlighting the value of team sports.

Chapters

00:00 Maximizing Training Time for Stage Racing

02:40 Balancing Training and Family Life

05:13 The Importance of Endurance and Base Training

07:49 The Debate on Two-a-Days vs. Longer Rides

10:29 Understanding the Norwegian Method

13:10 Adapting Training Plans for Life Events

15:54 The Role of Cross-Training in Cycling

18:43 The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes

21:30 Navigating Structured Training for Teens

24:12 The Balance of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation

26:57 The Philosophy of Pursuing Sports

29:48 The Importance of Enjoyment in Sports

32:28 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports

35:04 The Dangers of Over-Specialization in Sports

37:49 The Value of Team Sports vs. Individual Sports

40:20 Final Thoughts on Youth Training and Development

Episode 169 - Adapting Your Training to BIG Life Changes

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about how to adapt your training when life throws you BIG changes.

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Summary

In this conversation, Dylan shares his journey of recovery and training after being hit by a truck, discussing the challenges of burnout and the importance of mental health. The group reflects on how to prepare for the upcoming 2026 season while balancing family responsibilities and training volume. They explore the benefits of commuting as a training strategy and debate the best times for workouts, emphasizing the need for individual variability in training approaches. The discussion concludes with insights on parenting and the importance of being present for family.

Chapters

00:00 Dylan's Recovery Journey

02:41 Reflections on Burnout and Therapy

05:11 Training Adjustments for 2026

07:59 Commuting and Volume Training Strategies

15:06 Maximizing Efficiency in Commuting and Training

19:41 The Benefits of Morning Workouts

24:10 Finding Your Optimal Training Time

28:33 Balancing Training Volume and Rest Days

32:29 Life Lessons from Parenting and Training