Performance Cycling Podcast

In this episode, Todd and Jason discuss the gut microbiome and probiotics. The human body is complicated, including the bacteria in our intestines. How does our intestinal composition affect our performance?

Show Notes:
Probiotics and athletes review
Study on probiotics and athletes
Gut microbiota in athletes and physically active people
Observational study on gut microbiome of elite cyclists

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In this episode, Todd and Jason discuss the ketogenic diet for the cycling population. There are some potential health benefits for the keto diet, but does the diet work for cyclists?

Show Notes:
Insulin response in endurance athletes vs sedentary
Keto and Exercise Performance
Off-road cyclists
Tim Noakes 1
Tim Noakes 2
Body Composition


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Check out our article on a good dynamic warm up!

Does your cadence matter? Today, Todd and Jason explore a few studies regarding cadence and look to decide on their optimal cadence for performance.

CORE STRENGTH PROTOCOL ARTICLE - JOIN OUR RESEARCH

Show Notes:
Efficiency in cycling: A review
Cadence and performance in elite cyclists
Interactions between cadence and power output effects on mechanical efficiency
Relationship between cadence, pedalling technique and gross efficiency in cycling
Optimal cadence selection during cycling: review article

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Check out our article on a good dynamic warm up!

How do our genes affect our ability to use caffeine? Todd and Jason explore caffeine and other ergogenic aids and their ability to influence your performance.

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In today's episode, Todd and Jason cover high intensity interval training (HIIT). Starting at the root of the research and following through to modern papers, HIIT and its variations are explored. The Tabata protocol is specifically mentioned and discussed.

ARTICLES:
Tabata Cycling Workout Protocol and Background
Cycling Core Strength Protocol - JOIN OUR RESEARCH STUDY HERE

Show Notes:
IZUMI TABATA FOLLOW UP PAPER FOR SPORT SCIENCE NERDS
First noted HIIT paper
Early HIIT paper on skeletal muscle fibers
First time the term 'HIIT' was used
Izumi Tabata's famous paper
Tabata's follow up paper ~6 months later
Poorly done VO2max interval study
Triathlete HIIT study
HIIT Enjoyment - Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale
Overweight and obese patient HIIT study
HIIT acute heart rate recovery and anaerobic power
6 HIIT sessions in 5 days study

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