In today’s episode where we are honoured to chat with a true cycling icon, Ned Overend. Celebrated as a trailblazer in mountain biking, Ned's illustrious career boasts multiple national and world titles. He continues to fuel the global passion for cycling with his enduring enthusiasm for the sport. Today, we will explore Ned’s personal journey, his…

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Howard Luks. Regular listeners know I've long sought answers about longevity and health. Dr. Luks stands out as one of the most insightful voices I've encountered. A renowned orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine expert, he's also a pioneer in using digital platforms and social media to simplify complex medical…

On todays episode of rider support a listener questions whether Tadej Pogacar is doping given his performances are so superior to all the other riders in the peleton. More listeners write in with questions around Time Trial Helmets, heart rate training and how to become more in-tune with riding your bike. These question plus much more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today Anthony has Alison Tetrick back on the show, and he isn't afraid to admit that she is one of his favourite guests to talk to. She is the Host of Wedu podcast, former pro, winner of unbound and one of the strongest advocates for female cycling that we have, promoting greater participation and equality in the sport. She's a prominent figure in …

Today's guest is John Wakefield, a top-tier cycling coach globally known for his pivotal role at Science to Sport, where he honed athletes like Matt Beers and Ashleigh Moolman Pasio into world-class competitors. He has since joined the performance coaching team at Bora Hansgrove, directly enhancing the prowess of cyclists such as Roglic and Jay Hin…

Are Strava segments really that important? Anthony and Sarah get a question from a listener who's Strava segment was taken by a club mate... but not in a classy way. Anthony gives an un-biased opinion on the best tire out there for road riding and gravel riding, are built in visors on helmets cool, how to descend safely and loads more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today we're joined by the remarkable Ken Cook for a discussion on the widespread environmental toxins that pervade our daily environment—from the food we consume to the air we breathe—and their effects on our health. Ken will explain the methods used to detect and measure these toxins, the enduring impacts of low-level exposure, and the steps we ca…

Today, I'm speaking with Dan Lorang, one of the worlds top coaches. His former clients include triathlon legends such as Jan Frodeno and Lucy Charles Barkley. Currently, he's the head of performance at the World Tour team Bora Hansgrove, working closely with athletes like Primoz Roglic and Pavel Sivakov. In this discussion, I aim to draw on Dan’s e…

In todays episode of Riders Support Anthony and Sarah talk about the Decathlon road bike and how it is upending the bike industry. How can you treat a saddle sore, when you should ditch indoor training and 5 things pro’s do that amateurs don’t. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to…

With us today is James Herrera, a US army veteran, whose transition from military life to promoting veteran welfare through cycling is truly inspiring. We will delve into the vital skills developed during his service, the significant psychological impact of military responsibilities, and how cycling has emerged as a healing activity for veterans. ⁠…

Frank Vandenbroucke, who was nicknamed "God", is the focus of today’s discussion with Andy McGrath, who penned "God is Dead" exploring Vandenbroucke's life. We delve into Frank’s extraordinary capabilities, the immense pressures of his fame and his life outside the racing circuit. From his celebrated win at Liège to the significant challenges he en…

What are the wind speeds that are just too dangerous to go and ride your bike in, how are the cobble stone sections in the pro races graded, what are does Anthony recommend for a bike in the $5 - $7k range and do we really believe that motor doping is really happening? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

In todays podcast Anthony chats with Iñaki de la Parra, Ultraman World Champ, about "true" fitness. This embodies much more than mere specialisation; it's about cultivating a well-rounded set of physical attributes. This holistic approach encompasses strength, balance, mobility, endurance, and speed, ensuring that an athlete can perform across a va…

Todays guest is Nutritionist Uri Carlson and during this chat we aim to answer one fundamental question, how cyclists can lose weight without sacrificing muscle and power. We'll explore the essentials of weight loss, nutrition strategies, and the timing of nutrient intake. Expect insights on protein's role, hydration, and managing calorie deficits …

In todays episode Sarah and Anthony answer this weeks listener questions. A question that comes in over and over is about how to get and stay fit after 40 so today that question is tackeled! Also covered is how to recover from a high volume training block and finally an environmentally safe chain lube! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today we chat with cycling coach Kolie Moore from Empirical cycling. If you’re a detail orientated you’ll enjoy the deep dive into zone 2 training, metabolic flexibility and principles for constructing your own micro & macro training plan. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elevate your per…

Todays guest is Jack Burke and this episode really becomes a very very unique conversation, a conversation about how to become a pro cyclist. It’s a roadmap. A step by step guide on what it takes to excel in cycling and arrive at the highest level of our beautiful sport. It's a strategic plan for achievement, one I would have valued greatly when I …

In todays episode a listener writes in to share details of how a motorist was convicted and sent to jail for hotting him when he was out cycling, there’s loads of questions too on fasted rides, expensive Vs cheap helmets and complicated bike technology. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elev…

In today's episode Anthony chats with Dr Peter Martone. They discuss all things spinal health which is such an important topic given that screens play such a dominant role in our lives. In this episode we dive into how this digital lifestyle impacts our spine and what we can do to counteract these effects without giving up our gadgets and Dr. Marto…

Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas joins Anthony on today's podcast to chat about high performance, dealing with all the pressures that his insanely fast paced job entails plus his love for cycling. He is the co-founder of FNLD GRVL and RADL GRVL races and we discover how he believes cycling has made him a better F1 driver! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Pe…

In todays episode Anthony and Sarah chat about the moments that will go down in cycling history for all the wrong reasons. There’s loads of questions too - Why don’t all cyclists wave back, how to recover from pains in your butt after a long ride and is altitude training worth it if you’re not a pro? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today Anthony delves into the thrilling realm of virtual cycling with Zach Nehr, a leading figure in e-racing. Zach's impressive power figures are just the beginning of what he offers. He provides deep insights and expertise on virtual racing's dynamics, addressing its unique challenges and the allure of competing in this digital space. Our discuss…

Dr Meg Fisher joins Anthony to recount her harrowing story, which may be the greatest comeback story in sport. Meg almost lost her life in a tragic accident where her partner sadly passed away. Meg suffered shocking injuries including the loss of her leg. This isn't a story about tragedy though, it's a story about triumph. Meg has accomplished spor…

In todays episode Anthony and Sarah tackle of your listener questions. Should bike weight limits be increased? Which sauna is best to buy? Does Anthony mullet make him a better cyclists!? All these plus loads more chat. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pillar Performance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're ready to elevate your performance and sleep quality, why no…

Today, we delve into the remarkable story of John McAvoy, a life steeped in redemption, resilience, and metamorphosis. Previously ensnared in criminal activities, John discovered his salvation through the unexpected medium of rowing during his time in prison. This critical juncture signalled the start of a significant personal transformation. Trans…