Zwift PowerUp Cycling Podcast

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Episode 33 - Ella Harris on Life in the Pro Circuit Jul 26, 2019

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With Zwift Academy just around the corner, Kev chats with 2018 Zwift Academy winner Ella Harris about the program and her new life as a pro cyclist. Plus, the podcast has a new guest host: 3x Olympic Gold Medalist Kristin Armstrong!

Episode 32 - Geraint Thomas on the Tour de France vs the Olympics Jul 09, 2019

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Hear what it takes to win the Tour de France with current champ, Geraint Thomas. In Episode 32, he opens up about the kind of prep that goes into the greatest bike race on Earth. Periodization, training phases, so on and so forth. The two-time Olympic Gold Medalist also compares the demands of the Olympics versus the Tour de France. Plus, we get into his favorite Zwift course and first time racing at 14.

Episode 31 - Jolien D’Hoore On Balancing Uni And Racing Jun 25, 2019

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At 29 years old, Jolien D’Hoore has racked up an impressive number of achievements. Olympic medalist. World and European Champ. Belgian National Champion, 33 times over. She stops by in Episode 31 to chat with the crew about balancing her life as a pro while pursuing a university degree, as well as her favorite course on Zwift.

Episode 30 - All About the 2019 Giro d'Italia Jun 11, 2019

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Welcome to our recap of the 2019 Giro d’Italia.

Matt, Greg, and Kev go over the highs and lows of the year’s first Grand Tour. From crashes and missing team cars to Marco Haller and Miguel Angel Lopez getting into it with fans, there were a lot of standout moments from this year’s Giro. The crew also discuss Zwift and eSports getting in on the Giro action and how technology helps the sport improve. Plus, predictions for the 2019 Tour de France and the usual Q&A.

Episode 29 - Part 2: Joshua Poertner on Marginal Gains, 3D-Printed Helmets, and More May 24, 2019

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Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Joshua Poertner.

The Silca Velo CEO continues to offer his insight into marginal gains, those little performance improvements that can be made when everything that goes into riding a bike is considered. Episode 29 then pivots to pro cyclist Victor Campanaerts’ new UCI Hour Record, 3D-printed helmets, and heat loss through your wrists! We also get into Kev’s favorite gear—the granny gear—and why you might use it.

Episode 28 - Joshua Poertner on Marginal Gains, Wind Direction, and More May 15, 2019

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What are marginal gains?

These are those slight adjustments you make to your training that add up, giving you that extra boost. The precise diet. The course recon.

The constant hand-washing.

Joshua Poertner, CEO of Silca Velo and previous technical director of Zipp, visits the crew in Episode 28 to discuss where the concept of marginal gains came from as well as how wind direction can impact optimum tire pressure. Plus the usual Q&A where Matt explains the terms “Allez” and “Ho.”

Episode 27 - Spring Classics May 02, 2019

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Episode 27 is all about the Classics. Special guest Marco Haller of Team Katusha-Alpecin drops by and shares his experiences.

We’ll also hear what the hosts think ofboth Zwift’s newest route and the Tour of Watopia.

Discover Greg’s “World Record” (that Mattand Kev don’t buy), along with the usual Q&A!

Episode 26 - KISS Super League Wrap-Up Apr 12, 2019

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Matt and Kev talk KISS Super League (KSL) with Zwift Community All Stars cyclist, Adam Zimmerman. He opens up about what the KSL means to him, the pressure of representing the Zwift community, team dynamics, as well as the physical demands and tactics for sprinting on Zwift.

Afterwards, we get into the McCarthy Special workout and whether wearing a base layer on Zwift is worth it. Find out Matt and Kev's thoughts, plus the usual Q&A section that we got Greg out of bed for!

Episode 25 - Cape Epic Apr 07, 2019

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In Episode 25, Cape Epic founder Kevin Vermaak, opens up about what makes the Cape Epic a world-class event, the legacy it leaves across the Western Cape, South Africa, and how Kevin used Zwift to train for this year’s event.

Episode 24 - Power Up Training Camp Mar 20, 2019

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In Episode 24, we dive into season prep—fromtraining camps to the benefits of double days.We also recap our very own Power Up Training Camp in Banyoles, Spain.

Six lucky Zwifters joined the coaches of Rocacorba Cycling to get in tip-top shape for their upcoming seasons.

Finally, co-owner of Rocacorba Cycling and professional cyclist Ashleigh Moolman Pasio offers insight into the world of women's pro cycling.

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