The Cycling Performance Podcast

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• Lachlan Morton: Finding Your Own Path in Cycling 03.06.2026 53dk

  In this episode, Nathan Haas and Colby Pierce sit down with one of cycling's most distinctive and influential figures, Lachlan Morton.From his early days as a promising WorldTour talent to becoming the pioneer of alternative racing and adventure cycling, Lachlan reflects on a journey that challenged many of the sport's conventional expectations. Together, they explore how his relationship with cycling has evolved from a singular focus on winning to a deeper pursuit of curiosity, self-expression, and meaningful experiences on the bike.The conversation dives into burnout, motivation, identity, and the pressures that athletes face when external expectations begin to outweigh personal fulfilment. Lachlan shares insights on creating a sustainable relationship with performance, why enjoyment and exploration remain central to his riding, and how athletes at every level can reconnect with what first drew them to the bike.Whether you're chasing podiums, personal bests, or simply the joy of riding, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on finding your own path in cycling.Topics covered:- Lachlan's evolution from WorldTour racer to adventure cyclist- Burnout, identity, and rediscovering purpose- The difference between external expectations and internal motivation- Why enjoyment and performance don't have to be opposites- Sustainable approaches to training and racing- The role of curiosity, exploration, and self-expression in cycling- Building a lifelong relationship with the bikeFollow Team EF Coaching for more conversations at the intersection of performance, science, and human potential.
• 29. Jonathan Vaughters- Art vs Science 20.05.2026 1sa 4dk

  In the return episode of The Cycling Performance Podcast, presented by Team EF Coaching, Nathan Haas and Colby Pearce sit down with EF Pro Cycling founder Jonathan Vaughters for a deep conversation on the evolving relationship between sports science, intuition, and human performance in cycling.JV reflects on decades in professional cycling. From being one of the earliest adopters of SRM power meters in the 1990s to building one of the longest-running professional cycling teams in the world. Together, the group explores why coaching remains as much an art as a science, even in today’s hyper-data-driven era.The conversation covers tapering mistakes, Grand Tour rest days, training intuition, racing as preparation, and why data alone can’t explain elite cycling performance. Featuring insights from decades inside the World-Tour, this episode dives deep into what really makes athletes faster, beyond the numbers.
• 28. Coach Call with Andreas Klier on new tech for 2025 01.02.2025 40dk

  A special podcast episode for you, slightly different than our usual format...' Coach Call' our coaches have a regular call with the EF Pro Cycling sports science team to get insight on developments in within the peloton so that they can use that to advise our coaching clients on the latest tech, nutrition and other performance trends. In this episode our Technical Operations Manager, Andreas Klier talks with our coaching team about the latest developments in tech for 2025. Joining him on the call - coaches Zack Morris, Colby Pearce, Alex Howes, Coryn Labecki, Lauren Stephens, Nicki Sorensen, Ken Vanmarcke, Chad Haga, Daniel Holloway, Spencer Miller and Christian Parret. Please note we've redacted some of the information shared as it is not publicly available (though our coaches will be using the information to help their clients). /// Head to www.teamefcoaching.com and get coaching informed by the highest level of the sport.
• 27. The Movement Podcast 07.01.2025 1sa 28dk

  As we launch our new Skills Academy courses, Team EF Coaching's Zack Morris & Colby Pearce have in-depth discussion about movement patterns on and off the bike - how they affect each other and how you can make sure you don't develop bad habits. Skills Academy - coming very soon to Team EF Coaching. ///
• 26. The Power Meter Podcast 03.09.2024 1sa 23dk

  Join us for a special episode all about Power Meters. Zack Morris, Colby Pearce and Nicki Sørensen share their thoughts and experience of training and racing with power meters, including a little history since Colby and JV were the among the first to own SRM power meters in the US and Nicki was an early adopter too.For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 25. Nathan Haas - Life as a pro transcends into a career in coaching 28.06.2024 1sa 10dk

  Nathan Haas is a household name in the sport of cycling having raced at the world tour level for many teams including one of the previous iterations of the EF Pro Cycling -Garmin-Sharp. He has also recently begun a successful career as a professional gravel racer as well as coming full circle and joining Team EF Coaching, this time as a coach. Zack sat down with him in his hometown of Girona to talk about getting into cycling and what he has learned from being a pro that can inspire others. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 24. Charly Wegelius - A less successful rider can often make a more successful Sports Director 14.06.2024 23dk

  Head Sports Director for EF Education-EasyPost, Charly Wegelius, had a long career as a pro cyclist before becoming an important member of the team's staff. Zack sat down to learn more about the role of Sports Director, what being an ex-pro brings to the table and lots more.For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 23. Carmen Small - The evolution of women's cycling and what makes EF different 31.05.2024 30dk

  Head sports director for EF Education-Cannondale team and ex-pro racer Carmen Small talks to Zack about how the women's peloton has changed since she raced, what attracted her to joining EF Pro Cycling and how they've built their new team. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 22. Andreas Klier - Pushing the envelope on technology, the next generation of riders and Andreas the Artist 24.05.2024 41dk

  EF Pro Cycling Technical Operations Manager Andreas Klier talks to Zack about finding the next technological advances in cycling - including tubeless, aerodynamics and more, plus what he thinks about the next generation of riders. Andreas also tells us about changing his mind on his favorite race and his other profession as an artist.For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 21. Archie Ryan - Turning pro, overcoming injury and why he chose EF Education-EasyPost 14.05.2024 18dk

  Team EF Coaching director Zack Morris chats to EF Education-EasyPost new signing Archie Ryan at our Girona training camp. The Irish rider talks about his u23 years, how knee injuries impacted his racing, his love for the Basque country and who is the better rider, him or Ben Healy?For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠⁠
• 20. Ben Healy - Finding form, learning lessons and going all-in 24.04.2024 20dk

  Irish National Champion and breakaway specialist Ben Healy of EF Education-EasyPost talks finding form, learning lessons and going all-in, plus his thoughts on the new POC Procen Air helmet. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 19. Alison Jackson - Inside the Women's Peloton 15.03.2024 30dk

  The Queen of Roubaix - EF Education Cannondale rider Alison Jackson joins the Team EF Coaching Cycling Performance Podcast from our 2024 Team Camp in Girona, Spain to share some insights on her background in the sport, perspective around racing, and goals going forward. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠
• 18. Spencer Miller - 5 Nutritional Traps To Avoid 29.09.2023 24dk

  In Episode 18 of the Team EF Coaching Performance Podcast Zack Morris sits down with our nutritionist Spencer Miller, to discuss 5 common nutritional traps that cyclists can avoid, and the alternative solutions. Learn more about our 1 on 1 coaching services at TeamEFCoaching.com For more information on Spencer visit his coaching profile
• 17. Daniel Holloway - Criterium Racing Strategy 08.09.2023 1sa 6dk

  In Episode 17 of the Team EF Coaching Cycling Performance Podcast Zack Morris sits down with former multiple time pro and elite criterium national champion Daniel Holloway to discuss criterium racing strategy, tactics, and application of fitness. More info on Daniel Holloway More information on 1 on 1 coaching
• 16. Jason Boynton PHD - Understanding The Effects of Temperature on Cycling Performance 01.09.2023 1sa 18dk

  In episode 16 of the Team EF Coaching Performance Podcast, Zack Morris sits down with Dr. Jason Boynton to discuss the performance effects of temperature on cyclist. Dr Boynton is a PHD in exercise and sports science and has a masters in exercise physiology, and completed his thesis on the effects of environmental temperature on high performance athletes. Dive into this episode and pick up some great tips to help navigate your strategy in different temperatures. Learn more about Jason Boynton Learn more about Team EF Coaching Schedule a free consultation call with Team EF Coaching
• 15. Nicki Sorensen - Perspective on racing and coaching after 1244 Professional Cycling Races 24.08.2023 46dk

  On episode 15 of the Team EF Coaching Performance Podcast Nicki Sorensen sits down with Zack Morris to discuss perspective on racing and coaching after a 16 year long career in the professional peloton. More information on Nicki Sorensen https://www.teamefcoaching.com/coaches/nicki-sorensen/ Visit us online https://www.teamefcoaching.com
• 14. Q&A Roundtable with Team EF Coaching (Audio) 30.05.2023 1sa 19dk

  In Episode 14, Zack Morris sits down with head coach Colby Pearce, and Team EF Coaching's nutritionist, Spencer Miller who joins the show for the first time to answer the questions from the Instagram comment section. This episode hosts a variety of great information for athletes of all levels as Team EF Coaching goes deep into training philosophy, nutrition, longevity, structure, and so much more, all of which is inspired by your questions. If you want to have your questions answered on air, be sure to turn your notifications on the Team EF Coaching's Instagram account so that you can submit your questions the next time we post. EF Coaching Instagram Learn more about Team EF Coaching on our Website https://www.teamefcoaching.com /// Guests Spencer Miller Colby Pearce Host Zack Morris
• 14. Q&A Round Table with Team EF Coaching (Video) 30.05.2023 1sa 19dk

  In Episode 14, Zack Morris sits down with head coach Colby Pearce, and Team EF Coaching's nutritionist, Spencer Miller who joins the show for the first time to answer the questions from the Instagram comment section. This episode hosts a variety of great information for athletes of all levels as Team EF Coaching goes deep into training philosophy, nutrition, longevity, structure, and so much more, all of which is inspired by your questions. If you want to have your questions answered on air, be sure to turn your notifications on the Team EF Coaching's Instagram account so that you can submit your questions the next time we post. EF Coaching Instagram Learn more about Team EF Coaching on our Website https://www.teamefcoaching.com Guests Spencer Miller Colby Pearce Host Zack Morris
• 13. Bill Armstrong - Cycling Nutrition with The Founder of Neversecond Nutrition 02.05.2023 50dk

  In Episode 13 of the Team EF Coaching Performance Podcast, Zack Morris sits down with Bill Armstrong to learn more about the history behind the conception of the Neversecond brand, and why their systemized product system is changing the way athletes around the world are seeing sports nutrition. Neversecond Products https://never2.com Learn more about Team EF Coaching https://www.teamefcoaching.com
• 12. Mick Habgood - Biomechanical Podiatrist on using the "power joint" 23.03.2023 52dk

  If you've ever struggled with your insoles or cycling shoes then this episode is for you. Zack Morris sits down Mick Habgood in episode 12 to understand Mick's process and unpack some great tips for all cyclists. Dive into this episode and learn if you're using your "Power Joint" and getting the most potential out of your body. Learn more about coaching https://www.teamefcoaching.com More Info on Mick https://mik.fit/cycling/#dd-tabs|1