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A crime of passion is rocking the gravel cycling fraternity right now and this saga continues with the lead suspect, accused of murder currently on the run.  Sarah and Anthony chat about this crazy event ahead of the biggest gravel race in the world begins.  Anthony gives some tips on how to eat to recover after training and a listener wants some cycling book recommendations.

Nick Littlehales is one of the world's leading authories on sleep and sleep optimization. He's the coach to the stars and counts the biggest clubs and athletes among his list of clients.  You'll leave this interview with a new approach to sleep and a better understanding of the importance of sleep in peak performance and long term health.  You can support this podcast by buying me a beer www.patreon.com/anthony_walsh

The days following your target event are the easiest days to get sick (as Sarah found out the hard way). Today I give you five really practical ways to improve your chances of staying healthy after you've completed your target event. https://www.patreon.com/Anthony_Walsh

The phrase "can't see me, can't be me" is so important in sport. Without icons & role models, the next generation stagnates or never emerges. For me as a kid, romantic images from George Hincapie leading Lance Armstrong up mountain passes in the Tour de France were burnt into my brain. That's when I fell in love with the sport. Without George Hincapie there would be no Roadman Cycling podcast. It is my honour to welcome one of the icons of our sport to the show. 

It's a busy start to the week. Anthony returns from London Podcast Show and makes an announcement of a huge guest on the show this week. We also recap how the final key moments of the Giro panned out - how did Carapaz crack and what does victory mean for Jay Hindley?

She did it! She completed the 750km ride in 5 days.How is she feeling? Very fatigued, sore and emotional. Also a listner writes in as they are unable to eat or drink while cycling.  Sarah gives some advice and talks about the importance of learning how to fuel while moving.

Tempted to buy a gravel bike?  Sarah and Anthony discuss the Pros & cons (there are very few cons). A listener writes in with a complicated approach to pacing his local climbs but Anthony has another take on it. And have you heard of this very quick and easy way to lose weight… just by consuming this product.  Sarah & Anthony are skeptical. 

Cath Bishop is a former British Olympian & World Rowing Champion. She speaks passionately about the concept of winning. She argues that the end cannot justify the means. We need to do more for athletes, to protect their mental health and ensure when they exit their sporting life they emerge as well rounded citizens.  Bradley Wiggins was one of the greatest cyclists GB ever produced but did the institution which created "Wiggo" do enough to protect young Bradley.  Support the podcast http://www.patreon.com/anthony_walsh Today's Show Notes http://www.roadmancycling.com/shownotes/456

The Wicklow 200 is an annual Irish Sportive. It covers the roads I ride multiple times per week in training. This survival guide is broken into two parts. Part one is principles which apply to any event which you are targetting and part two profiles the terrain to be tackled over 200 beautiful kilometers around the garden of Ireland.  Support this podcast by buying me a beer: https://www.patreon.com/anthony_walsh

Model, nutritionist and podcast host Sarah Ann Macklin joins me for an amazing chat about healthy living and mindful eating.  We  also chat about how she reinvented herself, the success of her podcast and the link between the foods we eat and how we view ourselves. Described as the Jamie Oliver of the modelling world Sarah Ann Macklin's story and message is inspiring people all around the world to change their relationship with food.  Support the podcast http://www.patreon.com/anthony_walsh Today's Show Notes and Link to Sarah's podcast http://www.roadmancycling.com/shownotes/454  

Lopez finally cracks to lose the Maglia Rosa. Carapaz makes his move but the contenders to his throne have a lot of cards still to play. This is one of the most open grand tours in years. Place your bets It has been a busy few days on the Giro. Robbie McEwan got in hot water for comments made during live TV broadcast and allegations of Ineos riders brake testing opponents to gain time. 

Sarah is setting off for her biggest cycling adventure yet, she talks about her strategy for surviving! A listener wants to know how communicate with some of the members of his group ride that they push the pace too hard when riding out front.  Sarah’s advice is sage (apart from the bit about the laxatives). Plus, have you heard of Extreme Ownership? This concept has changed Sarahs perspective on life and she talks about how you too can have this mindset shift. 

A listener writes in for some advice about getting over a case of the jitters from crashing his bike and Anthony tells a story about a very embarrassing crash he had…off the bike.  Sarah admits to only using her front brake.  Plus, Anthony asks Sarah to divulge her weight on air!

I have always felt there is a huge hole in how we access athlete readiness. Physically an athlete might be in optimum condition but mentally you could be drained. Mental fatigue plays a huge role in performance. Sun Sachs and his team at Rewire Fitness have created a product which takes account of both physical & mental fatigue to determine an athletes readiness to train.  Download the App here https://rewirefitness.app/a1

We have moments in time which change the direction of mankind. Roger Bannister breaking the four minute mile, Jesse Owens bagging four gold medals at the Berlin Olympics and busting Hitler's myth of an Arian race and now we have Biniam Girmay.  We witnessed a defining moment in cycling history. Chapeau Biniam! 

Imogen Cotter is the Irish National Road Race Champion. She had just secured a professional cycling contract and moved to Girona as a training base. Life was perfect - she was living her dream.  In an instant her life changed. A driver made a mistake and that mistake cost Imogen dearly.  This is a heart breaking story of dreams shattered but from that heart break is an uplifting tale of the power of the human mind.  Is this the first chapter in one of the great cycling comeback stories?

As the Giro d'Italia enters its first proper rest day I look back on the first week of action. Which of our pre race contenders have lived up to the billing and who is already out of contention?     

Sarah attempts to explain the intricacies of the Giro d’Italia and Grand Tour racing, yes, she fumbles in places but if you have ever wondered what the heck is happening, what the different colour leaders jerseys mean or how the climbs are categorised this episode is for you.  

What’s the difference between a Puncher and a Rouleur rider? Sarah hasn’t a clue, it’s all double dutch to her so she turns to Anthony for some answers.  Do "Go Pros" have a place in the group ride and is reporting every close pass helping the cyclists Vs motorist relationship. 

As the world entered lockdown due to Covid, Simon Parkers life fell apart. His travel journalism career vanished over night and he tragically lost a very close friend. Simon turned to the only therapies he knew - travel and cycling. Simon tells us about his amazing solo journey of optimism and hope.