The ZNehr Coaching Podcast

Zach Nehr

The ZNehr Coaching Podcast is a cycling performance podcast hosted by Zach Nehr, professional cycling journalist and founder of ZNehr Coaching. Episodes cover training science, race analysis, coaching methodology, and interviews with professional cyclists, coaches, and physiologists. New episodes every week.

Episodes

  1. Sep 10

    Can Heat Training Make You a Better Cyclist? Aline Barre of CORE Has the Answer

    Aline Barre, Endurance Performance Lead at CORE, explains heat, performance, and why every serious cyclist should be tracking core temperature. - Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Daily Routine 03:03 Triathlon Journey and Competitive Level 05:48 Heat Training Insights and Experiences 08:46 Heat Training Protocols and Recommendations 12:01 Hydration Strategies for Endurance Athletes 15:06 Heat Training Equipment and Its Effectiveness 18:10 Weight Management and Performance in Sports 20:52 Dehydration and Its Impact on Performance 25:58 Understanding Heat Training and Its Effects 29:58 Gender Differences in Heat Adaptation 35:10 Core Temperature Measurement Techniques 40:12 Real-Time Monitoring in Racing 45:01 Cooling Strategies During Races 51:06 Heat Training Protocols for Beginners 55:59 Advanced Heat Training Strategies 59:36 Balancing Heat Training and Recovery 62:07 Adapting to Heat Training Over Time 63:54 Strategies for Effective Heat Training 67:07 Heat Adaptation in Different Athletes 70:07 Maintaining Heat Adaptation 71:54 Heat Training During Stage Races 75:09 Practical Tips for Heat Training 77:54 Hydration and Nutrition in Heat Training 81:14 Heat Training Beyond Endurance Sports 84:02 The Importance of Heat Training for Amateurs 87:10 Integrating Heat Training into Your Schedule - 1:1 Coaching and Custom Training Plans ZNehr Coaching | https://zachnehr.com/ ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 🚲 Lauf | @LaufCycles https://www.laufcycles.com (DM me to inquire about road, gravel, and mountain bikes) 📈 TrainingPeaks | ⁨@trainingpeaks⁩ https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 💪 Strava | @stravainc https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=ZACH (20% OFF a Strava Subscription. Use code "ZACH") 💺 Posedla | @posedla_cc posedla.com/ZNEHR10 (10% OFF at Posedla. Use code "ZNEHR10" at checkout) 🟢 CORE | @corebodytemp https://corebodytemp.com/ (DM me for discounted heat training sensors) - Aline Barre (adren_aline_machine) CORE (@corebodytemp) - My social tags Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zachnehr/ Twitter https://x.com/zachnehr Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/2722597 Email: https://zachnehr.com/contact-us/

  2. Sep 10

    Joe Friel on 50 Years of Coaching, Training, and What Actually Makes Cyclists Fast

    Joe Friel, co-founder of TrainingPeaks, breaks down everything from training and coaching, to freelance writing and the future of cycling performance - Chapters 00:00 The Biggest Mistake in Endurance Training 03:44 Defining Training Zones and Aerobic Base 06:57 The Future of Wearable Technology in Endurance Sports 09:29 Understanding Data: Lactate, Heart Rate, and Power 12:34 The Importance of Perceived Effort in Racing 14:21 Workout Prescription: Balancing Data and Feel 18:25 Generational Differences in Training Approaches 22:06 Transitioning from Athlete to Coach 26:55 The Journey of Becoming a Writer 33:54 The Unexpected Path to Writing Success 38:29 The Evolution of Writing Skills 46:02 The Importance of Lactate in Training 49:21 Navigating Information Overload in Training 51:57 Listening to Your Body: The Key to Training 58:12 Understanding Age-Related Performance Changes 70:56 Identifying and Overcoming Limiters in Training 78:13 The Importance of Sleep for Athletes 84:08 Nutrition and Lifestyle Leading Up to Races 90:39 Tapering and Achieving Peak Performance 100:11 The Role of Supplements in Athletic Performance 106:41 Building a Support Team for Athletes 109:02 The Benefits of Double Workouts 110:35 Favorite Workouts for Endurance Training - 1:1 Coaching and Custom Training Plans ZNehr Coaching | https://zachnehr.com/ ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 🧋 The Feed | @TheFeedMe https://rstr.co/the-feed/16507 (40% off for first-time customers at The Feed by clicking on this link) 🚲 Lauf | @LaufCycles https://www.laufcycles.com (DM me to inquire about road, gravel, and mountain bikes) 📈 TrainingPeaks | ⁨@trainingpeaks⁩ https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 💪 Strava | @stravainc https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=ZACH (20% OFF a Strava Subscription. Use code "ZACH") 💺 Posedla | @posedla_cc posedla.com/ZNEHR10 (10% OFF at Posedla. Use code "ZNEHR10" at checkout) 🟢 CORE | @corebodytemp https://corebodytemp.com/ (DM me for discounted heat training sensors) - Joe Friel (joef.riel) TrainingPeaks (@trainingpeaks) - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zachnehr/ Twitter https://x.com/zachnehr Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/2722597 Email: https://zachnehr.com/contact-us/

  3. Sep 10

    The Man, The Myth, The Legend: Farmwatts | Episode 1 of the ZNehr Coaching Podcast

    Hayden Pucker is one of the few riders in the world with a 500w FTP. This is the story of Farmwatts. - 1:1 Coaching and Custom Training Plans ZNehr Coaching | https://zachnehr.com/ ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 ZNC Training Plans on TrainingPeaks | 📈 https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 🧋 The Feed | @TheFeedMe https://rstr.co/the-feed/16507 (40% off for first-time customers at The Feed by clicking on this link) 🚲 Lauf | @LaufCycles https://www.laufcycles.com (DM me to inquire about road, gravel, and mountain bikes) 🥗 Hexis | @hexis_live https://www.gj4bt5vt.com/GZHPZ/2CTPL/?creative_id=1&source_id=Youtube&sub2=videoname (Link gives you 25% off the personalized fueling app) 🔬 INSCYD | @INSCYD https://zachnehr.com/inscyd-testing/ (50% off INSCYD Performance Testing) 📈 TrainingPeaks | ⁨@trainingpeaks⁩ https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/zachnehr#about 💪 Strava | @stravainc https://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=ZACH (20% OFF a Strava Subscription. Use code "ZACH") 💺 Posedla | @posedla_cc posedla.com/ZNEHR10 (10% OFF at Posedla. Use code "ZNEHR10" at checkout) 🟢 CORE | @corebodytemp https://corebodytemp.com/ (DM me for discounted heat training sensors) - Hayden Pucker (@farmwatts_) - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zachnehr/ Twitter https://x.com/zachnehr Strava https://www.strava.com/athletes/2722597 Email: https://zachnehr.com/contact-us/

About

The ZNehr Coaching Podcast is a cycling performance podcast hosted by Zach Nehr, professional cycling journalist and founder of ZNehr Coaching. Episodes cover training science, race analysis, coaching methodology, and interviews with professional cyclists, coaches, and physiologists. New episodes every week.