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OVERVIEW: Longtime pro cyclist Heather Fischer joins Adam Pulford to discuss short-term and long-term motivation, both what it takes to get out the door today and what it takes to fuel your passion for training year after year. Perfect for the end of the season and the impending winter, this conversation provides insights into how you can make the most of the coming months and put yourself on track for a great season next spring and summer.
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Heather Fischer has been a professional cyclist for more than 10 years, earning Collegiate and US Pro National Championships, top-10 finishes in UCI World Tour races, and competing in gravel events like Unbound, FNLD GRVL, Crusher in the Tushar, Rock Cobbler, BWR, and The Rad Dirt Fest. A resident of Boulder, CO, Heather works as a cycling coach and is coached by "Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast" host Adam Pulford.Links
Heather's IG: https://www.instagram.com/heather_smash/Host
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform
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OVERVIEW: Kerry Werner has been packing, unpacking, and traveling with bicycles for nearly two decades, and now he advises people on traveling with bicycles for BikeFlights. He talks with Coach Adam Pulford about how to pack a bike, whether to ship or fly with your bike, recommended bike cases and boxes (and cases he doesn't recommend), and much more.
How do people travel with their bikes?Top bike case product recommendationsWhat to look for in a bike caseHard shell vs soft sided casesBike cases Kerry does not recommendCardboard bike boxes vs. casesHow BikeFlights worksInternational travel with a bicycle
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Kerry Werner has been at the top of the US cyclocross and mountain bike racing scene for more than 10 years. He has ridden on multiple World Championships teams for XC MTB and Cyclocross. His palmarès includes: 33 UCI wins, U23 XC MTB National Championship, 3 time Division One Collegiate CX National Championships, and a Pan American CX Championship. When he is not racing or producing his very popular vlog content, Kerry is the Event and Marketing Support Specialist for BikeFlights.Links
Kerry's IG: https://www.instagram.com/kerryw24/ Kerry's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KerryWernervlog Bike Flights: https://www.bikeflights.com/ Packing videos from BikeFlights: https://www.bikeflights.com/pack/Host
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform
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OVERVIEW
When is it appropriate to do mostly Zone 2 training?Why NOT to do just Zone 2 trainingProgression at Zone 2Aerobic decouplingHow to increase Zone 2 power outputIndoor vs outdoor for Zone 2 rides
Overview: Zone 2 training is all the rage, but there's a point at which more Zone 2 or exclusively training at low intensity is no longer productive. Time-Crunched Cyclists reach this point sooner than time-rich athletes because you don't have the training volume to continue creating a training stimulus. Coach Adam Pulford shares his solutions for developing aerobic fitness using a mixed-intensity training method for Time-Crunched Cyclists.
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Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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OVERVIEW: Sports Dietitian Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD is back to discuss exactly how sodium bicarbonate can improve cycling performance, how much to consume, when to take it, and what workouts or races it works best for. Coach Adam Pulford and Kristen also discuss new research showing that using sodium bicarbonate during an 8-week training program improves training adaptations.
What sodium bicarbonate does in the bodyWhat's the problem with sodium bicarbonate?What athlete types benefit from sodium bicarbonate?Is sodium bicarbonate safe?How much sodium bicarbonate should you take?Multi-day loading with sodium bicarbonateSodium bicarbonate in long-term training plan
Key topics in this episode:Guest
Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD is a registered dietitian (RDN), retired professional cyclist and Women's Development Road Director for USA Cycling. She is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD) and is a Level 1 USA Cycling coach. Her private practice nutrition counseling business focuses on sports nutrition for women athletes.Links
Kristin's WebsiteKristin's InstagramReferences:
2020 Study on Individualization of Sodium Bicarb Ingestion: Meta Analysis:Extracellular Buffering Supplements to Improve Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-analysis | Sports MedicineAsker Jeukedrup Summary: Sodium bicarbonate, cheap and effective?Why Top Olympic Athletes Use Baking Soda to Boost Performance The effect of sodium bicarbonate mini-tablets ingested in a carbohydrate hydrogel system on 40 km cycling time trial performance and metabolism in trained male cyclists - PubMed Knowledge is Watt articleHost
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform
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Demands of training for long efforts vs. short effortsTraining blocks to use across a 16-week programWorkout details and weekly training structurePeak phase training with an effective taper
Overview: Let's say you have cycling event coming up that requires both steady, sustained power and short, punchy accelerations or climbs? How do you train to optimize both? Coach Adam Pulford describes the structure of a 16-week training plan he would use for this scenario.
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Cycling champion Caroline Manning joins us for an inspiring conversation about her journey from teenage cyclocross star to an incredible professional career marked by five French National Championships and a silver medal at World Championships. Caroline opens up about the personal battles she faced during her peak years, including the trials of an abusive marriage, and how she managed to leverage these challenges into a competitive edge, and the personal and professional prices she paid later.
Caroline's early progression to elite cyclingPros and cons of fueling athletic performance with personal painRedefining the role of training and competition in lifeRedefining what "success" looks like
Host Adam Pulford and Caroline discuss the burnout and pressure of maintaining high performance, compounded by age's inevitable effects on drive and passion. As she shifts focus from racing victories to personal growth and coaching, Caroline shares invaluable insights on longevity in sports. The concept of chronic adaptation allows seasoned athletes to maintain their edge with reduced training loads, emphasizing the power of consistency and self-awareness in training preferences. Caroline highlights the need for moderation, challenging the “all or nothing” mentality that often leads to burnout. Her story is a beacon for those seeking to redefine success and find fulfillment as we mature in sport.
Key topics in this episode:Guest
Caroline Mani began competing at age 6, started as a competitive cyclist at 15, and has been racing every since. She won the French Cyclocross National Championships five times and earned a silver medal at the 2016 UCI Cyclocross World Championships. After a period of personal and professional hardship, Caroline rediscovered her joy for competition, cycling, and coaching and she is now a CTS Cycling Coach, manager of the Groove Offroad Racing Team, and founder of the race support company Velomafia.Links
Caroline's SocialsIG: https://www.instagram.com/carolinemani1987/X: https://x.com/carolinemaniFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084694856253
Resources:Groove Auto: https://www.grooveauto.com/VeloMafia: https://www.instagram.com/velomafiallc/CTS: https://trainright.com/coaches/caroline-mani/Host
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform
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OVERVIEW: Sports Dietitian Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD works with busy amateur and elite athletes who sometimes struggle to optimally fuel for performance and recovery. In this episode, Kristen and Coach Adam Pulford break down practical, easy, quick, and effective tips and tricks you can use to fuel and perform at your best.
Fueling for early morning trainingFueling for longer ridesFueling morning workouts without pre-workout mealFueling for people who don't like breakfastTiming of fluid intake for hydration and fuelingThe post ride mealsTips for daily nutrition intake Food delivery service tips
Key topics in this episode:Guest
Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD is a registered dietitian (RDN), retired professional cyclist and Women's Development Road Director for USA Cycling. She is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD), received her master’s in human nutrition (MS) from the Ohio State University and is a Level 1 USA Cycling coach. Her private practice nutrition counseling business focuses on sports nutrition for women athletes.Links
Kristin's Website Kristin's Instagram
References from the episode
DC Sustainable Meals: Vegetable & the Butcher The Rounds sustainable mealsHost
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OVERVIEW: In the second of two podcast episodes, Coach Adam Pulford talks with Lindsay Golich, a senior sport physiologist at the US Olympic and Paralympic Training Center, about specific heat acclimatization protocols athletes can use without complicated equipment. They also discuss whether heat acclimatization protocols can or should be used year round to improve training and racing performances.
Why and How to increase plasma volumeNative Heat protocolSauna protocolHot bath/hot tub protocolShould you use heat acclimatization year round?
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/sportsciencelindz/FB: https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.hyman.7X: https://x.com/SportsSciLindz
Lindsay’s Socials:Heat Training Resources:
Image discussed in the podcastKoop’s: Ultrarunners' Heat Acclimation Cheat Sheet - Jason Koop Asker’s: Beat the Heat – a hot bath after exercise boosts performance in the heat Stacy’s: Heat Regulation For Women | Dr. Stacy SimsASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST
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Lindsay Golich is a senior exercise physiologist for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. She has also been a CTS Coach since 2003. Currently, she manages the USOC's Athlete Performance Lab and the High Altitude & Environmental Training Center at the Olympic Training Center. Lindsay has developed protocols for laboratory and field testing, and has coached more than 15-National Champions and multiple Olympic and World Championships medalists.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Can heat training be the secret weapon in unlocking peak athletic performance? Coach Adam Pulford talks with Lindsay Golich, a senior sport physiologist at the US Olympic and Paralympic Training Center. Lindsay reveals the preparations undertaken by Team USA for the Paris Olympics, detailing how they managed heat stress in extreme conditions. From sustainable designs in the Olympic Village to using core temperature pills for gathering data, learn how innovations help athletes excel on the world stage.
For everyday athletes, Lindsay and Adam discuss practical aspects of heat training, how athletes should balance heat exposure with other training priorities, how long it takes to acclimate to the heat, and when to start your heat training prior to important events.LINKS
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sportsciencelindz/FB: https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.hyman.7X: https://x.com/SportsSciLindz
Lindsay’s Socials:Heat Training Resources:
Image discussed in the podcastKoop’s: Ultrarunners' Heat Acclimation Cheat Sheet - Jason Koop Asker’s: Beat the Heat – a hot bath after exercise boosts performance in the heat Stacy’s: Heat Regulation For Women | Dr. Stacy SimsASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST
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Lindsay Golich is a senior exercise physiologist for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. She has also been a CTS Coach since 2003. Currently, she manages the USOC's Athlete Performance Lab and the High Altitude & Environmental Training Center at the Olympic Training Center. Lindsay has developed protocols for laboratory and field testing, and has coached more than 15-National Champions and multiple Olympic and World Championships medalists.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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OVERVIEW
Common pre-season training mistakes Skill and technique mistakes in trainingWhat to look for in a cyclocross training groupWork/life balance with cyclocross racingMistakes in equipment selectionRace day strategiesCyclocross-specific interval training
Overview: 'Cross is coming! Coach Adam Pulford talks with Chris Merriam, Team Manager of CXD Trek Bikes, about all things cyclocross, from mistakes 'crossers make to equipment recommendations, key workouts, and race day strategies.
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CXHairs IG = https://www.instagram.com/cxhairs/
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CXHairs Bulletin on Substack: https://cxhairs.substack.com/
DCCX: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057314694024HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Polarized vs. SweetSpot definitionsSweetSpot pros and consPolarized training pros and consPractical recommendations for Time-Crunched Cyclists
Overview: The sports science debate between training methodologies seems to pit Polarized training (e.g., hard days hard, easy days easy) against Tempo/Sweetspot training (e.g., high aerobic training, often derided as "the middle ground"). For real athletes, all intensities matter and how you use them depends on your available time and your goals. Here's how to figure it out.
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Complete Guide to Polarized TrainingSweet Spot Training In The Winter/Base Phase: Yes Or No? Zone 2, Sweetspot, and Polarized Training
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Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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How to start post-event recoveryWeek 2 of post-event recoveryWeek 3 of post-event recoveryHow you know you're ready againQuestion 2: Key Metrics to Track for Training?3 broad areas to focus onSpecific metrics to track
Overview: Big goal events take a lot of you, both physically and mentally. A couple days off won't cut it. Here's how to structure an effective post-goal event recovery.
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Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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IntroIntensifying training to add speed and powerKey workouts for aerobic glycolysisProgression of workouts for improving aerobic glycolysis
Overview: After a long period of developing base aerobic fitness, how and when should Time-Crunched Cyclists add intensity for greater speed and power?
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Quick Answers to Listener QuestionsBenefits of short sessions of Zone 2 trainingBlock training for Super Time-Crunched CyclistsThreshold workout exampleTraining plans with 2-3 workouts per weekAnnual periodization plan for Super Time-Crunched Cyclists
Time-Crunched Cyclist programs are typically 6-8 hours of training per week, but a listener asks. "What if I have only 4 hours per week?"
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IN THIS EPISODE
Carbohydrates and durabilityWhat are Critical Power and W PrimeResearch review: Critical Power at rested vs. fatigued state with CHOFueling for increased durabilityFueling by percentage of hourly expenditureNutrition timing and periodizationLINKS
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Gabriele Gallo earned his PhD in sports science and also recognized that scientific literature - including his own research - is complicated for non-scientists to read and comprehend. As a result, he created the Knowledge Is Watt Substack and Instagram account. He has dedicated himself to translating scientific papers into more easily digestible content to be read, understood and easily applied by all athletes and coaches.
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Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Durability and Fatigue Resistance Testing ProtocolsDoes everyone benefit from durability training?Independence of VO2 and durabilityTraining development for shorter distance athleteDurability for long gravel, road, and MTB racersEmerging research on training strategiesLINKS
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Gabriele Gallo earned his PhD in sports science and also recognized that scientific literature - including his own research - is complicated for non-scientists to read and comprehend. As a result, he created the Knowledge Is Watt Substack and Instagram account. He has dedicated himself to translating scientific papers into more easily digestible content to be read, understood and easily applied by all athletes and coaches.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Peak Fat Oxidation and FatMaxFax oxidation effect on fatigue resistanceEffects of sex and fitness on peak fat oxidationTraining with low and high carbohydrate availabilityOptimizing fat oxidation for Time-Crunched CyclistsZone 2 training benefits beyond fat oxidation
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Gabriele Gallo earned his PhD in sports science and also recognized that scientific literature - including his own research - is complicated for non-scientists to read and comprehend. As a result, he created the Knowledge Is Watt Substack and Instagram account. He has dedicated himself to translating scientific papers into more easily digestible content to be read, understood and easily applied by all athletes and coaches.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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In Part 2 of our conversation with legendary coach Joe Friel, Adam and Joe discuss four key topics around training for older athletes: Consistency, Intensity, Motivation, and Habits.
4 Takeaways for Older AthletesThe Value of ConsistencyThe only 3 things an athlete can focus onIntensity - balancing hard days and easy days"Recovery on Demand" Motivation changes for older athletesMaintaining good habits with age
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Suggestions for the Aging Athlete - Joe FrielMotivation: Thoughts on Training #5: Motivation - Joe FrielConsistency: Thoughts on Training #3: Consistency Is Key - Joe Friel FastTalk, Joe’s New Training Bible Joe Friel’s Website and BooksASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST
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For endurance athletes and coaches, Joe Friel needs no introduction. A legend in the endurance coaching profession, Joe is the author of some of the most successful books on endurance training, including "The Cyclist's Training Bible", "The Triathlete's Training Bible", and "Fast After 50". He was a founder of Peaksware, creator of TrainingPeaks software. As a coach, his clients have included elite amateur and professional road cyclists, mountain bikers, and triathletes and duathletes.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Unlock the secrets to maintaining peak performance at any age with our special guest, Joe Friel, the mastermind behind "The Cyclist's Training Bible" and "Fast After 50." Joe delves into the crucial role of anabolic hormones and their impact on athletic performance. Discover how a long-term dedication to training can help maintain higher hormone levels and slow the decline in VO2 max as we age. We also discuss the invaluable wisdom and strategies that experienced athletes employ to compensate for physiological changes, emphasizing the importance of exercise, sleep, and diet in maintaining peak fitness. Tune in for a treasure trove of tips to train hard, train smart, and achieve your athletic goals, no matter how old you are.
Healthspan vs. LifespanHormonal changes affecting aging athletesAge-related physical declinesImportance of weight lifting and varied activitiesEmotional responses to aging as an athleteDo older athletes respond to training?
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Suggestions for the Aging Athlete - Joe FrielMotivation: Thoughts on Training #5: Motivation - Joe FrielConsistency: Thoughts on Training #3: Consistency Is Key - Joe Friel FastTalk, Joe’s New Training Bible Joe Friel’s Website and BooksASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCAST
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For endurance athletes and coaches, Joe Friel needs no introduction. A legend in the endurance coaching profession, Joe is the author of some of the most successful books on endurance training, including "The Cyclist's Training Bible", "The Triathlete's Training Bible", and "Fast After 50". He was a founder of Peaksware, creator of TrainingPeaks software. As a coach, his clients have included elite amateur and professional road cyclists, mountain bikers, and triathletes and duathletes.
HOST
Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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Role of electrolytes in the bodyDo we need sodium in sports drinks for performance?Why is sodium in sports drinks?Do we need sodium in sports drinks for 1-3 hour events, or only longer events?The role of electrolytes in crampingSodium testingPre-exercise sodium intakeSodium loading for fluid retention before specific eventsSodium bicarbonate
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-Podcast: Fueling Endurance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fueling-endurance-nutrition-for-runners-cyclists-triathletes/id1542030768
Twitter: https://twitter.com/nxtlvlnut
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Dr Alan McCubbin works in the Department of Nutrition Dietetics & Food, Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash University as a Senior Teaching Fellow. He is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Accredited Sports Dietitian, and in 2021 was awarded Fellowship of Sports Dietitians Australia for his combined research and education contributions to the profession. Alan completed his PhD at Monash, focussing on the dietary sodium intake practices of endurance athletes, and the likely implications for health and performance during exercise.
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Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.
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