OC // 14 Sara Vaughn- #BetterwithAge #FasterTogether

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05/17/20 • 60 min

Sara Vaughn is one of my inspirations as a coach, a parent and as an athlete. She's a role model to so many athletes on how to continue to follow their dreams while being a great parent, a working professional and a partner.

Sara talks about the journey to the World's team in 2017 and how she and her husband Brent made it all work. From late night runs, to real estate showings in her running gear, Sara has bucked the trends of professional running for a decade and is hoping to continue to do so after baby #4.

We also talk about the struggles for female runners looking to start a family or continue running with one. Sara talks about what's changing in the running world for women and what she still grapples with as a professional.

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OC // 13 Why Collegiate Cycling Matters

Maxx Chance, Heather Fischer and Eric Brunner from University of Colorado join us on the podcast to talk about their collegiate cycling experience. They tell us why they think its a crucial part of developing interest, participation and talent in the United States.

We also talk to Neal Henderson from Apex Coaching and Wahoo Fitness, 2016 Olympian Mara Abbott and our friend Robin Carpenter from Rally Cycling to share their thoughts as well. From the introduction of cycling to athletes from other sports to the inclusive environment of club cycling, they share why it is so important to the sport in the US.

Load up your hotel room with teammates or hunker down in a friends aunt's basement, and give a listen. Then go spread the word and let's keep getting people into cycling and developing world beating talent.

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OC 15 // Kiel Reijnen #americanineurope #wintowork

Kiel Reijnen joins to talk about his career as a cyclist. How it began with wins in some of the biggest American races and has morphed into that of a domestique and road captain for Trek-Segafredo. We talk about the move to the Pro Tour and what it requires.

Kiel talks about what he would like to see cycling media focus their attention on more. From the team aspect of racing, the little shown early parts of races and to the intense rivalries that exist between riders and teams.

We look back at Kiel's time in Boulder, his intense rivalry with good friend Alex Howes and how they settled it once and for all. Finally, Kiel talks about his decision to move back to where he grew up and his latest project to help young cyclists on the island.