Ask The Pedalist Podcast

What to Eat Before, During, and After a Ride? Nutrition tanks more rides than fitness ever does — and most cyclists are either underfueling, eating at the wrong times, or skipping recovery entirely.<br /><br />In this...

Strength Training for Cyclists — Where Do You Even Start?<br /><br />Most cyclists skip the gym entirely — worried about bulk, confused about what to lift, or just unsure where to begin. In this episode, we break down...

Think riding more days automatically means more fitness? Not quite. In this episode, we break down the real answer to one of cycling's most common questions — and it's not a number. It's about understanding how much...

Your legs feel like cement — but you slept, you ate, and you didn't even train that hard. So what's going on?<br /><br />In this episode, Mukund breaks down the four most common reasons cyclists and active people deal...

Most cycling advice gets passed around so confidently that nobody stops to ask if it's actually right.<br /><br />In this episode, Mukund takes three of the most widely followed rules in cycling — stretching before a...

Most fitness apps are designed to keep you scrolling, not training. They want your data, your subscription, and your constant attention. In this episode, I'm sharing why I built PMW Fit — a completely offline workout...

Think Zone 2 training turns you into a "fat-burning machine"? Not exactly. In this episode, we're discussing the biggest misconceptions about fat adaptation and revealing what actually happens to your metabolism during...

Why are pro cyclists racing on 36-38cm handlebars when they're over 6 feet tall? In this episode, we break down the narrow handlebar revolution that's taken over the WorldTour peloton—and whether it makes sense for you...

Transform Your Indoor Training: A Complete Guide to Virtual Cycling Platforms Gone are the days of staring at blank walls while grinding away on a stationary trainer. Virtual cycling platforms have revolutionized indoor...

Shopping for a cyclist can feel overwhelming with all the technical jargon, fit requirements, and strong gear preferences. But it doesn't have to be! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to choose...

How cold is too cold to ride? We break down the science: wind chill effects, temperature thresholds (32°F, 20°F, 0°F), gear that matters, and safety markers that mean "turn around now." No gatekeeping—just physiology...

Tired of the indoor vs outdoor training debate? In this episode, we break down the real strengths of each approach and how to use them strategically in your training. Discover why indoor training isn't just a weather...

🚴‍♀️ "If I don't cycle for a few days, I tend to lose my mind." Discover how cycling became the ultimate mental health hack in this deeply personal episode. Learn why that rhythmic pedaling motion is like therapy for...

Want to bike to work but worried about arriving sweaty and unprofessional? You're not alone – and this problem is totally solvable. In this episode, we tackle bike commuting's biggest barrier: the fear of showing up to...

Tired of hearing that lifting weights will make you "too bulky" for cycling? It's time to crush this myth once and for all.<br /><br />In this episode, we dive deep into cycling's most persistent misconception: that...