Episodes

In the last two episodes, you learned all about how to fuel before and during bike rides, and in this episode, we are talking about how to fuel after bike rides! You will want to aim for a 4:1 ratio of carbs to protein ideally, and I will talk all about this and give you some examples of what to eat, and what I like to eat. I also give you some tips on what to do when you don’t tolerate eating or chewing after bike rides or hard efforts. Here are two other episodes to listen to related to fuel...

In the last episode, you got a sneak peak into how to fuel before bike rides, and in this episode, we are talking about how to fuel during bike rides! In this episode, I give you a specific range of carbs to aim for in your snacks on the bike, especially for bike rides lasting longer than 2 hours. Of course, this is based on a few variables, but please know that this is why it is important to experiment and test things out for yourself! And guess what? You can do that on your next bike ride. 😉 ...

Learning how to fuel before bike rides can impact your performance not only on, but also off the bike. It doesn’t have to be complicated, either. In this episode, I break it down to the bare essentials of things to focus on, so you have actionable things to try before your next rides. Here are two other episodes to listen to related to fueling effectively: 76. Can You Diet for Too Long? 69. Meal Prep Made Easy in 3 Steps Do You Want to Work With Me? If you’re ready to make some lasting and su...

Stress is all too real for many of you right now, myself included. Ask yourself: do you need to modify training when highly stressed? Current events and news can really damper your mood, making you feel helpless and overwhelmed… not leaving much in the energy tank for yourself and your training. But what if you still have training you want to do? how do you handle all of it when stress is high? Let’s talk about it, using the 4 questions I share to check-in with yourself. Here are some other ep...

Can you diet for too long? The short answer is YES! Let’s dive in deeper on this topic to see if you diet for too long, have signs of under-eating, and what you can do about it. There are ways you can avoid dieting for too long and still see the results you seek, while not jeopardizing your performance and results. Here are the links referenced in this episode for calculating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) in order to help you get a better idea of your...

Who do you want to be? Habits help you determine how you show up for yourself every day. Are you showing up for the person you want to become? If your goals are not being met, or you’re having a difficult time establishing new habits, then you may need to look at who you want to be instead of only focusing on your “why.” In today’s episode, I break down the framework for habits and building simpler and more accessible habits, while also determining who you want to be. Here are some other episo...

Are you overtraining without realizing it? Do your legs ever feel heavy (like I talked about in my last episode), or are you bored, have a difficult time concentrating, difficulty sleeping, low energy, or any of the other symptoms I share in this episode? If so, then you may be overtraining and not overreaching, which is putting you at risk for illness, injury, and burnout. Listen to this episode to learn how to identify overtraining and what to do about it. Here are some other episodes to list...

It’s that time of year again when most of you are riding your bike more, and maybe you’re noticing your leg fatigue while mountain biking. In this episode, I break down the potential causes of leg fatigue, and what you can do to address each of these things, one step at a time. Here are some other episodes to listen to related to some of the ideas I talk about to prevent leg fatigue while mountain biking: 69. Meal Prep Made Easy in 3 Simple Steps 7. Is Strength Training Important for Cyclists?...

You don’t have to race if you don’t want to. But just because you don’t want to race doesn’t mean that you can’t have any goals set in regards to your mountain or gravel biking. Think about something you’d like to accomplish in your biking – the options are endless – and listen to my tips in this episode to learn how to break that goal down into manageable pieces. Here are some other episodes to listen to related to habits and goals: 60. Habits + What Deserves Your Attention 5. Process Goals ar...

Figuring out your WIN (What’s Important Now) is one hell of a way to win you week. With a bit of planning, you can come out on top of your week so you don’t feel like your days are owning you. Learning how to win your week helps you show up as your best and most present self for your family, work, and love/relationships in your life. Here are some other episodes to listen to related to planning for your success every day and week: 14. Master Your Morning to Manage Your Stress 10. Get More Done...

Should, have to, must, need to – these are all words that take away our power. The good news is that there are other, more empowering words you can use, along with a few simple steps to take to change your language towards a positive shift. Here is another episode to listen to related to mindset: 23. “Have to” Versus “Get to” Want to Work With Me? Visit my website at www.shifthumanperformance.com to learn more about my coaching and what I offer for you to make sustainable and lasting changes ...

Is meal prep overwhelming for you? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, I share three tips to help make meal prep more simple and accessible, even for the busiest and overwhelmed of humans. Here are other episodes that you may want to listen to related to nutrition and meal prep: 54. Simple Nutrition Tips for Fat Loss 49. Four Ways to Eat More Protein Want to Work With Me? Visit my website at www.shifthumanperformance.com to learn more about my coaching and what I offe...

Joining a group mountain bike ride is a LOT of fun, and it can even help you make some new friends! But, do you ever get nervous to join a group mountain bike ride? It can happen! In this episode, I offer five tips to help you shake off the nerves to have a successful group ride. Here are other episodes that you may want to listen to related to mindset and the Rider to Racer program from VIDA MTB Series: 67. Stop Saying Sorry 66. How to Go From Rider to Racer JOIN RIDER TO RACER! Again, learn...

Stop saying sorry! If there are two words I wish I could remove from the English language, it’s “I’m sorry,” especially when it comes to mountain biking. In this episode, I share how you can replace that defeating language with something more empowering. Here are other episodes that you may want to listen to related to mindset and the Rider to Racer program from VIDA MTB Series: 66. How to Go From Rider to Racer 30. Race to Finish Mentality JOIN RIDER TO RACER! Again, learn more about and joi...

Full credit for inspiration for the title of this episode goes to VIDA MTB Series for the name of their incredible program, Rider to Racer! In this episode, I talk about the top five things you need to get dialed in order to have your best first race. If you’d like to register for all of the fun and knowledge bombs in this year’s Rider to Racer program, then check out the details and register here. There are three different options that include or don’t include races this season where you can t...

You can’t control everything in life (like the weather, time, the way your partner loads the dishwasher, or how someone passes you on the trail), but there are a couple of things you can control. In this episode, I talk about two things you can control, and how. Here are other episodes that you may want to listen to related to this topic: 60. Habits + What Deserves Your Attention 43. Saying “no” in Order to Say “Yes” If you found this episode helpful, then please subscribe and share it with y...

As you probably already know, mindset is key. It can make or break an athlete’s mind, especially when you reflect on your own inherent abilities. Today, I’m talking about how to have a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset. These thoughts I’m sharing with you are all derived from Carol Dweck’s book, Mindset, which I highly recommend you check out sometime if this is of interest to you. Dr. Dweck is a researcher at Stanford University. Today, lucky for you, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on this b...

To meet your goal, you need to reflect on what you are willing to sacrifice to meet it. If you want to add things to your day to accomplish, then you must be willing to sacrifice some things in your day in order to make these things fit. So, what are you willing to sacrifice to make your goals a reality? And no, this is not some “Rah-rah, you must sacrifice everything in your life for your goals!” type of BS mindset. 😉 Here are other episodes referenced in this episode that you may want to list...

In episode 61, I talked about 10 tips to overcome fear after a crash – visualization was one of those tips. In this episode, I expand on how you can use visualization. It is a fantastic success tool used by some of the best mountain bikers and athletes around the world. The good news visualization doesn’t have to be some strange or elusive tool, either. To help, I’ll give you some easy steps to start visualizing your way to success. Use this skill the next time you come across a feature on the t...

Fear after a crash is natural – it helps keep you alive. Instead of trying to banish fear, change your management of fear by using these 10 tips. If you want to learn more about the professional mountain biker that I talked about, Rémy Métailler, check out his YouTube here. He does some wild things on the bike! Some mental health professionals I trust about performance include Dr. Lisa Lewis, Dawn Fletcher, and Dr. Ricki Walker. Finally, if you want to learn more about the Rider to Racer prog...

It takes time to establish habits. One thing that hands-down helps me stay focused on a goal or a habit I’m trying to establish is to ask myself one simple question, which I share in today’s episode. Spoiler alert: It all boils down to your habits and attention, and discerning between the things that deserve your attention. Here are some other episodes you may want to listen to related to this topic: 59. You Don’t Have to be Good at Everything 51. How to Slay Your Goals in the New Year If you...

You don’t have to be good at everything. You can do things simply because you enjoy doing them. I know this may sound mind-blowing, but imagine if you had hobbies and sports you did because you simply enjoyed doing them. How amazing would that feel? = Here are some other episodes you may want to listen to related to this topic: 58. Should You Aim for Better or Best? 51. How to Slay Your Goals in the New Year If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and share it with your social med...

As we’re in the midst of February, motivation can be low right now – so, considering the perspective of aiming for better or best is worth a look. In this episode, I discuss extrinsic versus intrinsic motivation, and how focusing on mastery instead of victory can make a difference. So, ask yourself: will you strive to be better or the best? Here are some other episodes you may want to listen to related to this topic: 52. What to Focus on in the Off-Season 51. How to Slay Your Goals in the New ...

Learning how to recover from multiple active days in a row is key to ensuring that you can keep showing up, no matter what. Today, I share my top three tips to help you recover every day you put in an effort – on and off the bike, trail, or doing whatever brings you absolute joy. To read more about the meta-analysis on tart cherry juice for endurance sports performance and recovery, read more here. If you’re looking for an eye mask to help with your sleep, check out Manta Sleep here or find a ...