Velo Performance Cycling Podcast

In this Podcast, I sit down with a great mate called Rich. He talks very frankly about his experience of getting AFib, all the tests he went through to make sure he could continue to ride his bike safely, and some of the ups and downs. He shares how he emotionally dealt with it, and how he’s come out the other side understanding AFib a lot better, not worried, but very aware of what he should and shouldn’t do to remain healthy and keep riding.
Because he’s mindful, eats well, trains consistently, listens to his body, and uses tools like WHOOP, he’s learned how his body deals with fatigue, sleep, hydration, and nutrition. Afib has not stopped him from racing at a high level on Zwift or tackling big solo challenges like riding through France on his gravel bike. 
So hopefully Rich’s story inspires others who might be going through the same thing.
Keep on keeping on, Simon

In this interview with an experienced cardiac nurse, we break down the heart health risks cyclists should understand, especially as we get older. 
You’ll learn the clear difference between AFib (often manageable) and VFib (a medical emergency), why endurance athletes can be more prone to AFib, and how to reduce risk with smart, consistent training and better habits around hydration, sleep, stress, alcohol, and caffeine. 
We also cover what to do if you feel palpitations on a ride, including when to stop, when to get checked, and when to call 999. This is education, not medical advice, so always speak to your GP if symptoms are recurring or worrying.

In this episode, I’m sharing the exact training strategies master cyclists should be focusing on in the Autumn / Fall months and WHY if they want to really see improvements in 2026
This is the audio from my latest YouTube video, now in podcast form so you can listen on the go. 
If you want to dive deeper or check out any of the resources I mention in the episode they are all in the description below. 
Keep on keeping on.
Simon.
How long it takes training adaptions to take effect (more than you think) 
https://youtu.be/wDJN3O0lkpY?si=FZ9q_8ucayipa80S
How to get started on your diet to get lean and never BONK again
https://youtu.be/qKcWTymdjMQ?si=s9PIOGXMKOCdpoQQ
Velo Performance Instagram
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Velo Performance YouTube
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In this video, Konstantin the CEO of Inferno and I sit down to talk about the Inferno Event Series. 3 events for 2025 all with a common theme. 

110 miles with 5500 meters of climbing on each stage. It's a great insight into how all the events from Inferno Swiss to France and The Dolomites are put together. 

We discuss the company's evolution with new and exciting locations for 2026. 

If you are interested in any of the events as a pair or solo rider you can find a link to the Inferno Race Series below. 

https://infernoseries.com/inferno-series-2025/

What's the point of training, Why don't we just ride our bikes to get fit?

From experience coaching master cyclists and myself using the methods I'm just about to talk about they are all stronger, faster better climbers than anyone who "Just rides their bikes"

If you want to improve your average speed over longer distances and climb hills faster stay tuned

My core focus in my own training and the cyclists I coach is to 

Grow strength
Increase Vo2 Max 
Increase lactate Threshold 
Increase Lactate Clearance
Develop an aerobic engine to go faster with less effort 

All this is possible as we age. You know that to be true because there are master cyclists out there still smashing in exceptional times in sportives, Time Trials and cracking out stunning PB's on KOMS

One thing is for sure older cyclists who stay fast and strong up hills are not JUST RIDING their bikes week in and week out they are being focused, specific and consistent 

In this episode, I talk about the training that got me fast and give examples of sessions that helped me stay fast up hills. I'm trying a new shorter format. I hope you like it.