Why Pro Training Doesn’t Work for You
Every few months a story emerges about a pro cyclist pushing human limits by logging 30-hour training weeks, burning through thousands of calories, and surviving on little more than gels and grit. This story in Velo about Quinn Simmons is the latest example: huge volume, little gym work, and relentless aerobic load. It’s impressive… but for a Masters athlete, it’s a blueprint for breakdown. At Rollfast
Unlocking Your Fat Loss Potential: Dr. Bill Campbell’s Insights & The Rollfast Approach
By Christine Tanner, Rollfast Coaching Longevity & Nutrition Expert Hey Rollfast community! Christine Tanner here. I recently had the chance to dive into a fantastic podcast featuring Dr. Bill Campbell, a world-renowned expert in fat loss and protein science. The insights he shared resonated deeply with our Rollfast Coaching philosophy, especially concerning Longevity, metabolic health, and building sustainable Strength and Speed. Dr. Campbell dismantles many common misconceptions
TRT for Masters Endurance Athletes
If you’ve been around endurance sports long enough, you’ve probably heard the whispers: “So-and-so started TRT…” or “I’m thinking about getting my levels checked.” Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) has gone from taboo to normal conversation, and for good reason. But let’s be clear from the start. TRT isn’t a magic fix. It’s one lever, and it only works when the others are pulled too. Nutrition, strength training, recovery, and
Becoming Your Own Health Advocate
For decades, athletes have been guided by a set of established nutritional "rules," the most prominent being the necessity of a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet to fuel performance and the simplistic "calories in, calories out" model for managing weight. At Rollfast Coaching, we believe in Riding Faster, Being Stronger, and Living Longer, and a growing body of evidence suggests that this conventional wisdom may not only
Ride Fast, Live Long: Ditching the Carbs with Ultra-Endurance Pioneer Sean Sako
In the world of endurance sports, a simple truth seems to dominate: carbohydrates are king. The industry tells us to constantly refuel to avoid the dreaded "bonk." But what if there's another way? A path that not only fuels incredible athletic feats but also prioritizes long-term health and longevity, allowing you to Ride Faster, Be Stronger, and Live Longer? In a recent Rollfast Coaching call, we
Weight Loss for Cyclists: Beyond the Math Equation
At Rollfast Coaching, we often hear a common question: "If I just eat fewer calories, I'll lose weight, right?" While the basic principle of "calories in vs. calories out" holds some truth, our approach to nutrition goes much deeper. We believe that sustainable weight management isn't a simple math problem; it's a dynamic biological process that requires a holistic and patient approach. The Body Is Not
