Velo Performance Cycling Podcast

17 episodios

Beating AFib: Rich’s Story Of Cycling Resilience
21/12/2025 | 34 min
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
Heart Health Through The Decades: Preventative AFib Triggers Explained By Cardiac Nurse
17/12/2025 | 1 h 2 min
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.
The biggest mistakes masters cyclists make in the off season- and the fix!
21/9/2025 | 14 min
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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The Inferno Event Series || Swiss - France - Dolomites
15/12/2024 | 39 min
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/
Training sessions that make masters cyclist faster climbers
12/3/2024 | 10 min
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.

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Hey there, welcome to the Velo Performance cycling podcast aimed at master cyclists. As an experienced cycling coach in my 50s, I understand the unique challenges faced by master cyclists. Certainly from my own experience, I'm pushing back on age, I lift heavy, regularly include hard efforts on the bike and eat well.One of my biggest ambitions with this podcast is to empower cyclists and people in their 40s, 50s and 60s to challenge the conventional wisdom that age limits our potential. My interviews with nutritionists, fitness professionals, and seasoned master cyclists who are still killing. Together we will uncover what is possible for all of us when we unlock the evidence, educate and inspire you to continue riding your bikes hard and fast, increase your health span, and live fuller, longer, and more active lives as you age.So, if you're NOT interested in defying the odds and living your best life, this isn't for you. If however, you are interested in stepping up to push your boundaries then Join me on this journey to challenge the status quo and learn how to stay fit, healthy, fast on your bike and strong well into your 40s, 50s and 60s.

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