REACH YOUR APEX
REACH YOUR APEX
Podcast Description
Introducing The Reach Your APEX Podcast – A New Era in Coaching and Performance
Welcome to The Reach Your APEX Podcast—where cutting-edge sports science meets real-world training insights, brought to you by one of the most respected coaches in endurance sports, Neal Henderson.
From the creator of some of the cycling world’s most influential podcasts and the return of the most successful sports science podcast team, this show is designed to help athletes of all levels push their limits, train smarter, and unlock peak performance.
In our pilot episode, we set the foundation for what’s to come—deep dives into training methodologies, high-performance coaching strategies, and real conversations about what it truly takes to excel in endurance sports. Whether you're a seasoned competitor, an aspiring athlete, or just someone who loves the science behind human performance, this podcast delivers practical, actionable insights straight from the experts.
Expect:
Elite-level coaching insights from one of the world’s top sport science minds
Training strategies that actually work, backed by data and experience
The science of performance explained in a way that’s both engaging and applicable
Unfiltered conversations about the highs, lows, and realities of training at the highest level
It’s time to challenge conventional wisdom, embrace the journey, and reach your APEX.
Listen now and take the first step toward unlocking your full potential.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast focuses on various aspects of endurance sports, performance optimization, and training methodologies. Specific episode themes include the importance of strength training for endurance athletes, discussing injury prevention and resilience, as well as physiological testing for cycling potential, which explores concepts such as FTP, VO2 Max, and lactate thresholds. Each episode provides actionable insights and expert guidance tailored for both novice and seasoned athletes.
Introducing The Reach Your APEX Podcast – A New Era in Coaching and Performance
Welcome to The Reach Your APEX Podcast—where cutting-edge sports science meets real-world training insights, brought to you by one of the most respected coaches in endurance sports, Neal Henderson.
From the creator of some of the cycling world’s most influential podcasts and the return of the most successful sports science podcast team, this show is designed to help athletes of all levels push their limits, train smarter, and unlock peak performance.
In our pilot episode, we set the foundation for what’s to come—deep dives into training methodologies, high-performance coaching strategies, and real conversations about what it truly takes to excel in endurance sports. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor, an aspiring athlete, or just someone who loves the science behind human performance, this podcast delivers practical, actionable insights straight from the experts.
Expect:
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Elite-level coaching insights from one of the world’s top sport science minds
-
Training strategies that actually work, backed by data and experience
-
The science of performance explained in a way that’s both engaging and applicable
-
Unfiltered conversations about the highs, lows, and realities of training at the highest level
It’s time to challenge conventional wisdom, embrace the journey, and reach your APEX.
Listen now and take the first step toward unlocking your full potential.
What makes a gravel race start smooth—or turn instantly chaotic? In this episode of Reach Your APEX, Neal Henderson is joined by APEX Coaching’s Leah Van Der Linden, a former D1 soccer player, ski cross national champ, Ironman finisher, and now pro gravel racer.
Together, they break down the start line dynamics that define success or disaster on course. From mass starts at Unbound to rolling timed segments at Paydirt, Leah shares what she’s learned across 50+ races—including how event formats are evolving, why women’s field dynamics matter, and how she plans her nutrition, positioning, and pacing to gain a competitive edge.
With practical insight and honest storytelling, this episode maps out what every racer should know before their next gravel start line.
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