Consummate Athlete Podcast
Consummate Athlete Podcast

Consummate Athlete Podcast

Molly Hurford & Peter Glassford

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Over 10 years of weekly podcasts about busy people chasing goals in gravel cycling, mountain biking, trail running and strength, plus lots of cross-training! Q&A episodes and expert interviews hosted by cycling coach and kinesiologist Peter Glassford and endurance sports author Molly Hurford. Whether you're targeting Leadville, your first gran fondo, or just want to keep getting faster at whatever age you find yourself. Find training plans, coaching, and free resources at consummateathlete.com

Recent Episodes

Dealing with DNF, Sulphur Springs
MAY 26, 2026
Dealing with DNF, Sulphur Springs
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly discuss Molly's race and DNF at Sulphur Sprin 3 things to consider before a big race like Unbound 200 mile gravel coming up this weekend Brief preview around Unbound week and weather Listener mailbag/ feedback from the 'what not to do on race day' episode last week 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form! 'what not to do on race day' episode last week supporting partner at a big race - post Queenstage womens cycling podcast Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook 🚴‍♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 consummateathlete.com/ 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! Megan Roche, Dr. Erin Ayala , Dr. Scott Frey
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Race Day Do Nots!
MAY 19, 2026
Race Day Do Nots!
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer discuss things to avoid on race day drawing from a recent local race that Peter did. Pre-Riding Warmups start time, staging and cautions for parents and supporters Intentions and goals for races - especially when you are new! Feeding and aid stations Skills like no-handed riding reflection after the event 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form! Collingwood Collective upcoming Gravel Event in Collingwood - Cranky Goat Big water bottles are getting more popular Launch of 'Ragtag Best Friends Bicycle Club' book by Marley Blonskey Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today! Our Book 'Becoming a Consummate Athlete' Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudsen Book - The Happy Runner - Megan and David Roche Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook 🚴‍♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 consummateathlete.com/ 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! Steve Magness, Erin Ayala , Alex Larson
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Leadville and Marginal Gains - Michael Hotten
MAY 12, 2026
Leadville and Marginal Gains - Michael Hotten
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly interview long-time podcaster, broadcaster and multi- time Leadville finisher and supporter Michael Hotten about: Why the Leadville 100 MTB race holds so much esteem and brings people back multiple times How to crew and support riders or runners in ultra events Biggest mistakes he has seen in big endurance races like Leadville The top 3 Marginal gains a masters rider should consider 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🚴‍♀️The 3 Months Out from Leadville Training Plan by Consummate Athlete 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form! 3 Months Out from Leadville Training Plan Leadville 55+ training Plan from Consummate athlete Marginal gains podcast https://silca.cc/en-ca/blogs/marginalgains Leadville Podcast - https://www.leadville100podcast.com/ Michael Hotten on instagram https://www.instagram.com/michaelhotten/ Camel Bak Chase Vest Big water bottles are getting more popular Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook 🚴‍♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 consummateathlete.com/ 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! David Roche, Christopher McDougall, Rebecca Rusch, Kate Courtney
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Does Everyone Get Race Day Nerves?
MAY 5, 2026
Does Everyone Get Race Day Nerves?
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer a listener question about Race Day Nerves including: Whether Race Day Nerves are common and do the best runners and bikers get nervous? Using a Pre-Performance Routine to address things you are nervous about before and after race day Optimising Arousal or Excitement Adopting a Challenge vs. Threat mindset 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form! Consummate Athlete Pre race planner https://consummateathlete.com/learn/free-tools/ Podcast with Simon Marshall (Brave Athlete) about how to use sports psychology Book - Born to run book https://amzn.to/4ur6uJJ BOOK - Brave athlete https://amzn.to/3QMjaN6 Tour de pharmacy trailer - the stakes are medium (at end of trailer) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XxpKWeX4nA Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudsen Book - The Happy Runner - Megan and David Roche Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook 🚴‍♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 consummateathlete.com/ 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here Similar Episodes to Check Out Next! Simon Marshall, Matt Fitzgerald, Christopher McDougall, Rebecca Rusch Dr. Erin Ayala , Erin Ayala Dr. Scott Frey
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10 Year Anniversary Retrospective For Consummate Athlete
APR 28, 2026
10 Year Anniversary Retrospective For Consummate Athlete
In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly Discuss some of their favorite take-a-ways from 10-years of podcasting! Concepts include: Nutrition - Focus on watts, not weight , on routine and environment Strength training - Lift heavy shit and consistency over fancy or impressive Cross training is not a crime - moving more in a variety of ways Be intentional and where to focus Train your brain ! 💬 Have a question for a Future Episode? Submit it anonymously here This Episode is Brought to You By: 🛠️ Try the Payable Add-On for your next event, project or order-form to get paid in a google form: PayableApps.com/ATHLETE – No app fees for 6 months! Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Latest Consummate Athlete Podcast 🎧 Listen & subscribe in Your Favorite Podcast App: https://pod.link/1100471297 Show Notes For This Consummate Athlete Podcast Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Submit a question for a future episode with this anonymous form! All past episodes can be searched and linked ot your favorite podcast player at https://pod.link/1100471297 Launch of 'Ragtag Best Friends Bicycle Club' book by Marley Blonskey Molly and Stevie Lynn Nutrition book called Power Up! Shred Girls BOOK 4 - Get your Copy Today! Our Book 'Becoming a Consummate Athlete' Book - Run Faster - Matt Fitzgerald Brad Hudsen Book - The Happy Runner - Megan and David Roche Marco Altini App for HRV called HRV4Training Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to the Consummate Athlete Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook 🚴‍♂️ Ready to train smarter? 👉 consummateathlete.com/ 💬 Have a question or Feedback for us? Submit it anonymously here Similar Episodes and Posts to Check Out Next! Megan Roche, Steve Magness, Dr. Stacy Sims, Dr. Stephen Seiler, Simon Marshall,Frank Overton, Dean Golich, Joe Friel, Marco Altini, Katerina Nash, Geoff Kabush, Ellen Noble, Phil Gaimon, Dr. Stephen Cheung, David Roche, Matt Fitzgerald, Dr. Marc Bubbs, Christopher McDougall, Rebecca Rusch, Kate Courtney, David Epstein ,Kelly Starrett, Juliet Starrett, Kylee Van Horn, Zoë Rom , Stevie Smith, Dan John, Dan Cleather, Selene Yeager, Marley Blonsky Dr. Erin Ayala ,
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40 MIN