The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

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The Matchbox podcast presented by Ignition Coach Co - a cycling show that covers training-related topics in a discussion-oriented format. Show hosts, Adam Saban and Kaitlyn Maddox, are endurance coaches with Ignition Coach Co who share a passion for expanding their knowledge of endurance training. They have also competed as elite cyclists across various disciplines and often lean on their experiences competing at the highest level to provide unique perspective into the world of bike racing. Tune in each week to find out how you can find that extra match for your next race.

  1. 8H AGO

    Episode 183 - Multidisciplinary Training, Balancing Parenthood and Quality Plan Execution, and Training Platform Nuances

    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 whether or not adding weekly volume at Z3 is beneficial and should you be using those handy side bib pockets if aero is your number one concern?   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/    Summary   In this episode, hosts tackle a listener’s complex training schedule that involves preparing for both trail running and ultra bikepacking, while also managing late-night training routines as a busy parent. The discussion offers actionable insights on balancing multi-discipline training, periodization, strength maintenance, and optimizing sleep and recovery.Main Topics Covered: Strategies for training simultaneously for trail running and bikepacking events The importance of periodization and training ratios (running vs cycling) Incorporating strength and mobility work effectively Managing late-night training sessions and routines as a parent The nuanced use of critical power versus FTP for training zones Tools and platforms: WKO5 vs Vekta for training analysis In this episode: We analyze how to periodize training around a 30K trail race and an 800-mile bikepacking race spaced out over months Discussion on prioritization: focusing on the main event while maintaining fitness for the secondary event The role of strength training, plyometrics, and mobility in endurance performance Tips for late-night workouts, sleep considerations, and routine creation as a parent Insights into training tools, zones, and metrics, including Vecta's adaptive zones and the W prime metric Tips for athletes balancing intense training with life's obligations Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to multi-discipline endurance training challenges 01:11 - Can you train effectively for both trail running and bikepacking simultaneously? 02:25 - Importance of training ratios: near 50-50 split or tailored approach 03:13 - Prioritizing running for injury prevention and muscular efficiency 04:08 - Cycling complements running; form and nutrition focus for trail run 05:38 - Periodization strategies: focusing on the main event and maintaining secondary fitness 06:48 - Incorporating strength training and its timing relative to the season 08:11 - Reducing gym volume as race approaches, maintaining strength efficiently 12:58 - Role of mobility and plyometrics in injury prevention and running performance 14:39 - Challenges of fitting training into busy schedules; structuring routine 17:49 - Impact of late-night training routines on sleep and recovery 20:50 - How to adapt training around parenting schedules; morning vs night workouts 25:33 - Coaching insights: Using Vecta and critical power zones 29:44 - Comparing training platforms: WKO5 vs Vecta 32:40 - Final tips: balance, discipline, and leveraging tools for progress

    32 min

  2. APR 3

    Episode 182 - Season Transitions, Breck Epic Training, and All Things Sea Otter

    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 transition between racing seasons, best training practices for Breck Epic and stage racing, and all things Sea Otter Gravel   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/

    40 min

  3. APR 1

    Episode 181 - Adding Volume with Z3 and Are Side Pockets Killing Your Aero Game

    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 whether or not adding weekly volume at Z3 is beneficial and should you be using those handy side bib pockets if aero is your number one concern?   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/

    19 min

  4. MAR 20

    Episode 180 - Balancing Training with Demanding Jobs, Night Race Fueling, and XERT Breakthroughs!

    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 night racing, training with demanding jobs, and XERT!   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/

    39 min

  5. MAR 13

    Episode 179 - Training while traveling, carb intake fluctuations, and torque 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 training while traveling, carb intake fluctuations, and torque training.   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/

    51 min

  6. MAR 6

    Episode 178 - HR Zones, Racing in the Base Season, and Hilly Terrain

    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 heart rate zones, whether or not you should be racing during the base season, and navigating hilly terrain on zone 2 days.   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/

    35 min

  7. MAR 2

    RERUN: Episode 146 - Travel Tips, CTL, and RLT

    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.   As always, if you like what you hear please share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com with the topic of discussion in the email title or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form. You can also sign up for the Matchbox Patreon and get priority placement for your submitted questions.   Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/    The following was generated using Riverside.fm AI technologies           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

    47 min

  8. FEB 20

    Episode 177 - Navigating Elite Racing with Type I Diabetes ft. Justin McQuerry

    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.   As always, if you like what you hear, share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at matchboxpod@gmail.com or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form.    Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox     https://patreon.com/MatchboxPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/    The following was generated using Riverside.fm AI technologies   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

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The Matchbox podcast presented by Ignition Coach Co - a cycling show that covers training-related topics in a discussion-oriented format. Show hosts, Adam Saban and Kaitlyn Maddox, are endurance coaches with Ignition Coach Co who share a passion for expanding their knowledge of endurance training. They have also competed as elite cyclists across various disciplines and often lean on their experiences competing at the highest level to provide unique perspective into the world of bike racing. Tune in each week to find out how you can find that extra match for your next race.

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  • Creator
    Ignition Coach Co
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

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