Staying active and maintaining fitness is essential while on the go. But whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, navigating your fitness routine can be a challenge. As part of The Travel Series, Patrick  Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse discuss the art of exercising and training while on the road. From strategic planning and adjusting […]

Welcome to our latest series! This time, we’re focusing on strategies to reduce the impact of travel on your training, performance, health, and overall well-being. In the upcoming episodes, you’ll gain valuable insights and tips on travel from Dr. Sprouse, Patrick, and professional athletes. With extensive experience globe-trotting throughout his career, Dr. Sprouse brings a […]

From Formula 1 drivers to NBA players, prioritizing and optimizing sleep quality is at the forefront of conversations about peak performance. Matteo Franceschetti, co-founder and CEO of Eight Sleep, joins Dr. Kevin Sprouse to explore cutting-edge sleep technology and its transformative impact on the lives of elite athletes and high achievers. Matteo shares his journey […]

Assembling a top-notch support team is essential for peak performance. Join hosts Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris as they break down the key components of a high-performance team, from coaches and physical therapists to doctors and mental performance coaches. At the heart of the discussion, Kevin and Patrick emphasize the importance of establishing relationships […]

How can you get the most out of your training without overcooking yourself before your big event? Robbie Ventura, former professional cyclist turned endurance coach, joins Dr. Kevin Sprouse to discuss the delicate balance of building fitness while maintaining freshness through periodization, intensity management, monitoring recovery, and developing a comprehensive race strategy. Robbie talks through how […]

Is there an “ideal day” to set you up for peak performance? Hosts Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris outline a daily template focused on recovery, nutrition, workouts and lifestyle habits particularly tailored for professional athletes seeking those incremental gains. Learn why prioritizing our well-being can help us navigate through our day-to-day activities with greater […]

Looking for an evidence-based guide to macronutrients and other fueling best practices? You’re in the right spot. Dr. Kevin Sprouse sat down with Dr. Trent Stellingwerff, the Director of Innovation and Research at the Canadian Sport Institute Pacific, to talk about optimal nutrition and physiology for athletes. They break down macronutrient intake, with a special […]

Ever wondered why traditional New Year’s resolutions might be holding you back? Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris challenge the status quo, offering a fresh perspective on goal-setting. Learn why the mantra of “move slow and long, fast and short, and lift heavy stuff” will elevate your overall health and fitness. The key? Crafting a […]

What do a moccamaster, sauna, air quality monitor, and the Morris Perfromance Newsletter all have in common? They are all on this year’s Podium Podcast Holiday Gift Guide! Dr. Sprouse and Patrick are back with some great gift ideas for your training partner, special someone, or even yourself! They have broken the gifts up into categories ranging […]

As winter approaches, the risk of illnesses rises, fueled by increased indoor exposure and lowered immunity. Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse share practical strategies to optimize health during the challenging cold and flu season. Find out why good hygiene practices and nutritional choices play pivotal roles in prevention, along with the importance of staying […]

When it comes to optimizing daily routines, breathwork is key. As part of his philosophy and methodology, Mike Watts understands the importance of functional breathing and its impact of recovery and performance. In this episode, Mike sits down with Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse to dissect breathing patterns through the lens of performance. Watts […]

From exercise and training, to sleep and nutrition, Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse have covered it all in the Foundation Series. In this episode, they answer burning questions from our listeners to fill in any gaps in your training. Patrick and Dr. Sprouse discuss fueling strategies tailored for endurance athletes, the intricacies of periodizing […]

What role does nutrition play in creating a solid performance foundation? The answer might be more complex than you think. Hosts Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris tackle the essential metrics used in nutritional scoring, from calorie balance and protein intake to fiber consumption and Omega-3 levels assessed through the Omega-3 index test. They also […]

Can quality sleep and sleep hygiene be your competitive edge? Whether you are actively training or regularly exercising, sleep is a game changer. In this episode of the Foundations Series, Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse share essential insights tailored specifically for athletes on a mission to optimize their training.  Join them as they dive […]

How do exercise and training impact overall health and performance? Join Kevin and Patrick as they delve into the crucial distinction between exercise and training, and explore the significance of key metrics. From tracking your exercise hours per week to maximizing your VO2 max, strength training, endurance training, recovery, and minimizing sedentary time – all […]

As the seasons change and a busy year winds down, it’s more important than ever to revisit the basics. Over the next several episodes, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris will explore three crucial foundations: Sleep and Recovery, Nutrition and Fueling, and Training and Activity.  This series is a long-term resource that will provide comprehensive […]

After retiring from pro cycling in 2017, Andrew Talansky moved into the realm of triathlons, attacking Ironman events with the same tenacity that marked his cycling career. Now, Andrew’s athletic background informs his coaching style with Talansky Performance Group. In this conversation with host Dr. Kevin Sprouse, Andrew shares his experience racing in the iconic […]

World Tour, Grand Tours, and the Tour Divide – cyclist Alex Howes has done it all. He joins host Dr. Kevin Sprouse to break down his professional cycling career around the world, and his most recent adventure at the Tour Divide.  Most recently, he completed the Tour Divide bikepacking race, spanning from Canada to Mexico […]

The final stage of the 2023 Tour de France came to a climactic end and Kevin and Patrick are back with the latest updates. Join them as they delve into the physical toll and strain on riders, recovery metrics, sleep patterns, and the overall impact of the grueling race on athletes’ health. Plus, they dedicate […]

As the Tour de France enters its second rest day, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris reflect on last week’s injuries and the impact of extreme heat. From the challenges of maintaining a proper diet on the road to the intense focus on aerodynamics during the time trial, there’s no shortage of factors that can […]

As the Tour de France reaches its midway point, the first rest day provides a much-needed break for the riders to recover and prepare for the next stretch of grueling stages. Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down the first 9 stages, major injuries to riders, massages, nutrition, and recovery. Hear from EF Education-Easy […]

What does it take to get riders ready for Tour de France? Dr. Kevin Sprouse takes us inside pre-tour camp at 8,000 meters. Learn the altitude considerations, nutritional and fitness requirements, and strategy testing that goes into getting riders ready for those first crucial days of the race. Hear from EF Education-Easy Post team members: – […]

It’s Tour de France season, and for the first time in a decade, our host Dr. Kevin Sprouse is not on location – instead, he’s dropping exclusive insights throughout the month of July right here on the Podium Podcast. Kicking off on July 1 with a conversation about all the work that goes into preparing […]

Introduction to The Podium and what is to come in Season One.

The concepts of “recovery” and “adaptation” are often confused by athletes and coaches alike.  Though not mutually exclusive, optimizing for one will often lead to a decline in the other.  In this episode, we talk about when to target recovery, when to aim for adaptation, and how to ensure you do this successfully.

As athletes, our daily activities often vary.  One day may involve a long aerobic workout.  Another may consist of high intensity intervals, or recovery, or travel.  A day sitting in your office will look different still.  Too frequently though, dietary intake does not change to support these varied activities.  On this episode we will discuss […]

Many are familiar with creatine as a supplement used by bodybuilders and power athletes.  Recent research has shown that it may have benefit for endurance athletes and even for cognitive performance.

Fasting has become mainstream.  Whether it’s longer fasts of days without food, or simply compressing your feeding window (known as Time Restricted Eating or “Intermittent Fasting”), everyone seems willing to give this a shot.  On this episode, we delve into the science behind fasting and whether it might be a useful tool to add to […]

From a ketogenic diet to ketone supplements (aka “exogenous ketones”), we discuss where potential benefits and pitfalls lie with respect to health and performance.

I had the pleasure of sitting down for a (remote) conversation with Dr. Allen Lim, renowned sports scientist and founder of Skratch Labs.  Allen is always one of my favorite people to talk to, as he’s such a wealth of knowledge and insight.  This conversation was recorded while maintaining our social distance at the height […]

Season 2 of The Podium is about to be launched!  In this season, we will address: – HRV (Heart Rate Variability) as a measure of recovery– Glucose metabolism for health and performance– Sleep– Caffeine as a performance aid We’ll also have two great interviews to share with you.  Six more episodes of The Podium are […]

The amount of misinformation and politicized skewing of data has been both amazing and disheartening.  In this episode, I dig into the questions that I am most frequently asked by patients.  For some, there are answers.  For others, it is not black and white.  The goal is to step away from the political-year confusion and […]

Heart Rate Variability (or “HRV”) is the metric which elite athletes are following daily to assess their recovery and plan their daily training.  The science around HRV dates back many decades, but only recently has this become something we can all easily measure.  Whether you are aiming to compete at the highest level or simply […]

Glucose, or “blood sugar”, is a variable which can change significantly throughout our day.  Those kinetics are a major determinant of our health and of our athletic performance.  In this episode, we review the basics and talk about the most effective ways to measure and impact our blood glucose levels.

Sleep.  It seems so simple, but sleep is often an overlooked determinant of health and performance.  The recognition of this importance is growing, and for some, the pendulum may have even swung too far the other way.  In episode 3 of this season on The Podium, we dig into the science of sleep, how it […]

Caffeine is the most frequently consumed psycho-active substance in the world.  It has been studied for decades, and it’s benefit for sports performance is well-documented.  Even so, few understand the pros and cons of using caffeine for performance.  We’ll dig into the science and help you understand how your cup of coffee may positively impact […]

While at the PGA’s Memorial Tournament in Dublin, OH, I got to sit down with two of the top trainers and physios in professional sports.  Adam Kerley, Nic Catterall, and I sat down with tacos and bourbon to talk through all aspects of high performance.  These two are a wealth of knowledge, and their insight […]

On this episode, I share with you a recording of the Par Four Performance podcast on which I was a guest.  I spoke with Joe Gambino, physical therapist in New York City, to discuss how the tenets of physiologic performance play out across multiple sports, from triathlon to golf.  Even if you are not a […]

Dr. Aaron Baggish joins us to talk about the cardiac complications and evaluation of athletes who have had COVID.  Aaron is the Director of the Cardiac Performance Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a globally-recognized expert on all aspects of sports cardiology.  The international guidelines around COVID and heart evaluations have been written and […]

Morning Routines have become the subject of many articles and discussions in the popular media of late, and for good reason.  Having a routine can ensure that you start each day on the right foot.  However, such practices risk becoming overly complicated and counterproductive in some instances.  In this episode, we look at Morning Routines […]

The term “Overtraining” gets thrown around a lot, often inappropriately.  There seems to be a good deal of confusion around this issue and the associated physiologic processes.  In this episode, we dig into the continuum of Overtraining Syndrome (OTS)…Functional Overreaching, Non-Functional Overreaching, Overtraining.  What are the symptoms of each stage along this continuum?  How is […]

Athletes rely on a sharp mind and disciplined focus in order to perform at their best.  These attributes are crucial to the execution of a game plan.  For those of us who don’t make a living competing in professional sports, these are also necessary tools.  We all benefit when our mind is clear and our […]

No person can sustain a “pedal to the metal” pace of training for 52 weeks per year.  An effective training plan allows for times of increased load, as well as for recovery.  A given year or season must incorporate encouragement of varying physiologic processes, some of which should not be trained concurrently with others.  The […]

Cheri Mah, MD, MS, is a world-renowned expert when it comes to the relationship between sleep and performance in elite athletes.  In addition to performing some of the most important research on this topic, Dr. Mah serves as the sleep expert for the Nike Performance Council.  She has worked with the Golden State Warriors, San […]

One of the most frequent questions I receive from patients is, “How much exercise is too much?”  We have all seen the stories or personally known someone who suffered a cardiac condition despite being extremely fit.  Yet, it is well established that exercise is ultimately good for the heart.  This raises the question of whether […]

COVID has dominated our lives for the past year, and now there are vaccines which are becoming widely available in the US.  Many of my patients have had questions about the vaccines and whether they should be vaccinated.  In this podcast, Patrick and I discuss  thoughts on the vaccines and how individuals should approach this […]

This time of year, a large portion of our population ends up on antibiotics.  For those of us that are athletes or inclined to maintain a high level of activity, that can be detrimental.  Indeed, antibiotics can cause as many problems as they can cure. In the US, medical practitioners are notorious for prescribing antibiotics […]

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (or CGM) is a tool that we use with all of our patients at Podium, most of whom are not diabetic.  This has proven to be a very powerful means of providing instant feedback into the body’s response to certain variables.  Food obviously plays a very important role in one’s glucose response […]

Supplement quality and safety is an area of considerable concern in our practice.  Due to the structure of laws in the US, there is very little oversight when it comes to supplement production.  In fact, it is probably the case that much (if not most) of the products on the market are worthless or even […]

Sodium bicarbonate ( or “bicarb”) is a well-researched and proven supplement when it comes to promoting athletic performance.   It is often used by the highest performing athletes, but there are barriers that keep others from trying this supplement.  Its safety is well established.  (Bicarb is just baking soda!)  However, ingesting bicarb can lead to […]

We use numerous wearables and connected devices when working with our patients at Podium.  The science and technology in this space is rapidly evolving.  To dig into this evolution, I am joined by Chuck Hazzard.  Chuck is an entrepreneur and technology expert. He is currently working with Heads Up Health, the leading digital health analytics […]

Check out the trailer for season 5 of The Podium!

We discuss the importance of endurance training for strength athletes with Chris Hinshaw and Adam Kerley.

The importance of strength training for endurance athletes.

Dr. Sprouse and Patrick sit down for our first ever listener Q&A episode!

We dig into the phenomenon of “bonking”, what it is, and how to avoid it.

The latest on concussions in athletes.

Update on the COVID questions our patients are asking.

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine hosted this panel discussion looking at science’s impact on cycling and training over the past 25 years.

The holidays are here, and so is our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide!

A brief introduction to the upcoming season.

This week on the pod, Dr. Sprouse and Patrick discuss tips for staying healthy during the winter months.

Mike Watts joins Dr. Sprous and Patrick to discuss breathing and the significant effect it has on our health and performance.

In this episode, we discuss what you need to know to plan for health and performance success in your upcoming competitions.

From Ted King’s King of the Ride podcast, we talk all things recovery.

Dr. Sprouse and Patrick are joined by Tom Hemmings of Sea Island’s Golf Performance Center for a conversation on elite fitness.

Season 6 of The Podium comes to an end with a Q&A episode.

Season 7 of the Podium Podcast kicks off on Monday, July 11th, join us!

Optimizing athletic performance for some of the top athletes in the world.

Iñigo San Millán joins Dr. Sprouse and Patrick for a conversation about lactate.

Dr. Sprouse and Patrick discuss travel and jet lag, and their impact on the body.

This week we are rebroadcasting an episode ft. Dr. Sprouse from the Leadville 100 – Mile MTB Podcast.

Dr. Sprouse talks about Supplementation for Endurance Athletes on a webinar for The Feed.

Season 7 comes to a close with another Q&A!

Welcome to The Podium Podcast, the intersection of performance and wellness.

On this episode, Dr. Sprouse interviews Patrick!

Patrick Morris interviews Dr. Sprouse for a special episode of The Podium.

This week on the Podium, Patrick sits down with Caroline Burkholder, MS, RD, LD for a conversation about intuitive eating. Caroline is the owner of Rooted Nutrition & Counseling and is a  registered dietitian nutritionist who provides non-diet nutrition counseling to individuals who struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating, and fueling for sport.  In this […]

Colby Pearce joins Dr. Sprouse this week on the podium for a conversation about the ins and outs of bike fits.

3 x PGA Tour Winner Scott Stallings joins Patrick and Dr. Sprouse on the podcast.

This week on The Podium, Dr. Brian Zuleger joins Patrick for a conversation about mental performance and training.

Join Patrick and Dr. Sprouse to hear what is on their holiday gift list this year!

As we kick off 2023 we wanted to start with a conversation about creating a framework for achieving fitness and health with our friend Adam Kerley.

For performance nutritionist and coach Jackson Long, nutrition is about more than counting carbs and calories; fueling allows us to “find the flow” and have fun.

In this episode, Robby Ketchell sits down with Dr. Kevin Sprouse to share stories from the road.

This week on the show, Carson Beckett and Patrick discuss the challenges of progressing as a younger athlete and why performance peaks at the intersection of longevity and wellness.

Acclaimed WorldTour cycling nutritionist Nigel Mitchell joins Dr. Sprouse this week on the Podium.

There are dozens of tests available to help us better understand our own personal health and performance. With simple blood work, we can learn about everything from food sensitivity to biological age.  In this episode, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down what exactly each test is for, and how you can determine what’s […]

Get ready to sweat it out on the Podium. Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris dive into the hot topic of heat training in endurance sports, discussing everything from training in it and adapting to it, to cooling off effectively. Once athletes consider individual health conditions prior to heat training, it is possible to build […]

Whether cycling, traveling, or camping, unexpected injuries and health snags could come your way. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Sprouse and Patrick Morris break down the medical kit essentials for any adventure. Kevin shares what he travels with, whether alone, with his team, or venturing internationally – from trauma sheers to ketones – and recommends […]

This week, we’re shifting gears and hitting the trails with Christsonthy Drellos, mountain biker, coach, and founder of Blue Sky MTB. Christsonthy’s mountain biking journey took off in 2014 on Vermont’s super technical terrain and she was hooked. Now, she shares her passion and expertise through training courses and lessons both at home and in […]

Injury is an inevitable aspect of any athlete’s journey. But how does reaction impact recovery? In this episode of the Podium Podcast, hosts Patrick Morris and Dr. Kevin Sprouse discuss essential skills, mindsets, and approaches to handling setbacks and reframing injuries. Dr. Kevin Sprouse also highlights how he often sees athletes come back stronger after […]

Want to take your athletic performance to the next level? Choosing the right coach can be a game changer. In this episode, host Patrick Morris dives into insider insights and expert tips on selecting the ideal coaching path. Joined by The Podium Podcast producer Anthony Palmer, Patrick covers everything you need to know about coaches […]