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The Evolution of Training with Robbie Ventura [Episode 37] – Changing Gears Podcast

The Evolution of Training with Robbie Ventura [Episode 37] - Changing Gears Podcast

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The Evolution of Training with Robbie Ventura [Episode 37] - Changing Gears Podcast

In the last 10+ years, we’ve seen an evolution of sports psychology and our guest on the show for this episode is at the forefront of these changes, coaching athletes through them.

Robbie Ventura is the founder and owner of Vision Quest Coaching, providing expert training programs for endurance athletes of all levels from beginner to elite, including cyclists and triathletes ranging from 8 to 80 years old. After being a professional cyclist himself for 12 years, he decided to transfer all of his learnings into his own business, starting Vision Quest.

In this episode, Robbie and DZ talk about:
● How Robbie found out his Dad used to race bikes
● Robbie shares about his passion for hockey
● Robbie talks about what it was like to train with Lance Armstrong
● DZ and Robbie discuss training techniques and the importance of rest and recovery
● Why Robbie decided to retire from racing

Chapter titles and timecodes:
0:45 – 8:55 – Intro & Background
8:55 – 18:35 – His cycling career
18:35 – 27:45 – Robbie’s time with the US Postal team
27:45 – 33:55 – Some of Robbie’s favorite moments on a bike
33:55 – 40:55 – How Robbie started Vision Quest Coaching
40:55 – 42:50 – What technology Robbie recommends for cycling
42:50 – 46:00 – Robbie’s current training regimen
46:00 – 54:30 – Robbie explains what the Velocity platform is
54:30 – 1:00:37 – Community Involvement
1:00:37 – 1:03:25 – Sprint Round

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