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Short, evidence-based answers to real cycling and fitness questions.
No fluff, no gatekeeping — just practical information you can use on your next ride or workout.
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YouTube: @pedalmyway
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No fluff, no gatekeeping — just practical information you can use on your next ride or workout.
pedalmyway.com
YouTube: @pedalmyway
Instagram: @pedalmyway
Bluesky: @pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok:@pedalmyway
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30 SEP 2026 · First mailbag episode. Six listener questions on weekend-only training, chain lube, cadence, saddle sores, and smart trainers — plus a correction on something I got wrong in a past episode about stretching.
Got a question? Send it in at askthepedalist@pedalmyway.com.
Free bike fit checklists, strength routines, and training tools at pedalmyway.com.
PMW FIT app is free on Google Play — no account needed.
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
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14 SEP 2026 · That 95% multiplier your FTP test spits out? It was never actually tested against real 60-minute performance — and recent research shows it's off for most riders. This episode breaks down where the formula came from, why it's reliable but not necessarily accurate, and what to track instead of obsessing over one number.
In this episode:
- The 95% FTP20 formula was never scientifically tested when proposed — it was a convenient shortcut to avoid a brutal 60-minute max effort test.
- Research shows most riders can only hold 95% of their 20-minute power for ~50 minutes, not 60 — and 90% is often a closer estimate of true 60-minute power.
- FTP20 is reliable (consistent, repeatable results) but not necessarily valid (accurate to real-world 60-min capability) — those are two different things.
- Practical fix: retest every 6-8 weeks under identical conditions and track the trend, not the exact number. Trust feel/heart rate over the formula when they conflict.
Free bike fit checklists, strength routines, and training tools at pedalmyway.com.
PMW FIT app is free on Google Play — no account needed.
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
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2 AUG 2026 · Some cyclists swear it saved their knees. Others swear it wrecked them. Both are right — and the difference comes down to four fixable things almost nobody checks.
In this episode:
🔬 Why population studies and clinic data seem to contradict each other
📏 Saddle height — the single biggest predictor of knee pain, and how to check yours in 5 minutes
👟 Cleat position — the slow, silent torque that builds tendonitis over months
📈 Why ramping up mileage too fast is the most common trigger for new knee pain
🍑 The hip and glute connection — why "knee pain" often isn't a knee problem at all
Whether you've been riding pain-free for years or you're dealing with nagging knee soreness right now, this episode breaks down what the research actually says — and what to check first.
Free bike fit checklists, strength routines, and training tools at pedalmyway.com.
PMW FIT app is free on Google Play — no account needed.
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Transcribed
7 JUL 2026 · This episode of Ask The Pedalist breaks down why chasing every ride at medium effort keeps you stuck — and why riding slower on purpose builds the engine that makes you faster.
What You'll Learn:The Ego Trap
Why treating every ride like a race puts you in a gray zone that's too easy to build fitness and too hard to recover from.
Polarized Training
The research behind the 80/20 split — 80% low intensity, 20% genuinely hard, almost nothing in between. Why this is how elite endurance athletes actually train.
Why Easy Days Make Hard Days Work
Real recovery on easy days is what lets your hard days be truly hard. Skip one and the other falls apart.
Consistency Over Intensity
Riders who train slow and steady stick with it. Riders who go hard every day burn out. Over months, consistency wins.
How To Apply It
Practical breakdown: how to structure easy days, how many hard days per week, and how to stop the group ride from sabotaging your plan.
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Transcribed
1 JUL 2026 · Trailer: What is Ask The Pedalist? 60 seconds on who this podcast is for, what we cover, and why it's different. Evidence-based cycling & fitness — no fluff, no gatekeeping. More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Transcribed
8 JUN 2026 · The indoor vs. outdoor debate never really goes away — but most people are asking the wrong question. In this episode, Mukund breaks down what the research actually says about training indoors versus outside, where each environment gives you a real edge, and how to use both without being loyal to either.
Topics covered:
- What studies say about indoor vs. outdoor physiological effort
- The heat stress problem most indoor riders ignore
- Why the trainer is actually better for structured quality work
- What outdoor riding develops that no trainer can replicate
- A practical framework for splitting your training across both
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Transcribed
27 MAY 2026 · 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.
In this episode, we break down exactly what to eat and when, from your pre-ride meal to the recovery window most riders blow right past. No supplements pitch. Just practical, research-backed fueling you can apply this week.
Topics covered:
- The pre-ride timing mistake that kills your first hour
- When fasted riding actually makes sense (and when it doesn't)
- How many carbs you need per hour on the bike
- Why plain water isn't enough on longer rides
- The 60-minute post-ride window that determines how you feel tomorrow
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Transcribed
18 MAY 2026 · Strength Training for Cyclists — Where Do You Even Start?
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 exactly why strength work matters for your riding, what your body actually needs (hint: it's not what you think), and the four foundational movements every cyclist should start with. No gym background required. Just a smarter way to ride faster, climb stronger, and stay injury-free.
Topics covered:
- Why you won't get bulky (and the science behind it)
- The glute/quad imbalance wrecking your pedal stroke
- The foundational four movements for cyclists
- How to fit strength work into your existing training week
- When you'll actually start feeling the difference
🚴 More at pedalmyway.com
📱 PMW FIT — free workout app on Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pedalmyway.workoutapp
Also visit shop.pedalmyway.com for your cycling gear.
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
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11 MAY 2026 · 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 stress your body can actually absorb and recover from in a week. You'll discover:
- Why rest and recovery are NOT the same thing
- The 80/20 rule that elite endurance athletes swear by
- How your gym sessions are secretly adding to your riding load
- Why masters cyclists (40+) need smarter spacing — not less riding
- The one non-negotiable rest day every rider needs
Whether you're riding 3 days or 6, this episode will change how you think about your training week. 🎯 Train smarter at pedalmyway.com 📱 Download PMW FIT on Google Play Ask The Pedalist is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or training advice.
🚴 More at pedalmyway.com
📱 PMW FIT — free workout app on Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pedalmyway.workoutapp
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
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27 APR 2026 · Your legs feel like cement — but you slept, you ate, and you didn't even train that hard. So what's going on?
In this episode, Mukund breaks down the four most common reasons cyclists and active people deal with chronic leg fatigue — and none of them are "just train more" or "just rest more." What's covered:
- Why rest and recovery are not the same thing
- The hydration mistake most athletes make every single day
- Why your easy days might be making you slower
- The bloodwork number most cyclists have never checked
Plus: simple, practical fixes you can apply this week.
🚴 More at pedalmyway.com
📱 PMW FIT — free workout app on Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pedalmyway.workoutapp
Website: https://pedalmyway.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pedalmyway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedalmyway/
Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pedalmyway More at pedalmyway.com | PMW FIT app free on Google Play
Short, evidence-based answers to real cycling and fitness questions. No fluff, no gatekeeping — just practical information you can use on your next ride or workout. pedalmyway.com YouTube: @pedalmyway Instagram:...
show more
Short, evidence-based answers to real cycling and fitness questions.
No fluff, no gatekeeping — just practical information you can use on your next ride or workout.
pedalmyway.com
YouTube: @pedalmyway
Instagram: @pedalmyway
Bluesky: @pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok:@pedalmyway
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No fluff, no gatekeeping — just practical information you can use on your next ride or workout.
pedalmyway.com
YouTube: @pedalmyway
Instagram: @pedalmyway
Bluesky: @pedalmyway.bsky.social
Tiktok:@pedalmyway
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| Author | Mukund Murali | Pedal My Way |
| Organization | Ask The Pedalist |
| Categories | Health & Fitness , Fitness , Health & Fitness |
| Website | - |
| askthepedalist@pedalmyway.com |
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