The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking with one of our coaches, Justin McQuerry, about his journey navigating the world of elite bike racing while managing life with Type I Diabetes.

 

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Summary

In this conversation, Drew and Justin McQuerry discuss the challenges and triumphs of living with Type 1 Diabetes as a competitive cyclist. Justin shares his journey from diagnosis at a young age to becoming a high-caliber racer, emphasizing the importance of managing diabetes through careful planning, technology, and nutrition. They explore the role of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), the high carb movement in endurance sports, and the necessity of backup plans for nutrition and insulin management during races. Justin's insights provide valuable lessons for athletes and anyone living with diabetes.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Justin McQuerry and His Journey

01:58 Living with Type 1 Diabetes

06:55 The Intersection of Cycling and Diabetes Management

10:49 Navigating Sports and Diabetes

11:03 Early Memories and Self-Motivation

13:25 Real-Life Challenges of Managing Diabetes

16:11 The Role of Technology in Diabetes Management

19:02 Consumer vs. Medical Grade CGMs

23:04 Understanding Insulin Placement

23:57 Demystifying Diabetes

25:49 The Impact of Blood Sugar Levels

27:36 Insulin Management Strategies

29:34 Navigating Food Choices with Diabetes

31:14 Insulin Timing and Dosing

34:15 Technology in Diabetes Management

36:12 Challenges During Races

38:04 High Carb Movement in Cycling

41:10 Managing Blood Sugar During Races

43:19 Life on the Nova Nordisk Team

44:55 Community and Support Among Diabetic Athletes

46:50 High Carb Movement in Endurance Sports

48:41 Trial and Error in Nutrition Management

50:05 Backup Plans for Nutrition and Insulin

52:47 Leveraging Diabetes for Performance

56:08 Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Racing

59:32 Importance of Backup Plans

01:03:22 Justin's Unique Achievements in Cycling

Episode 176 - Balancing Training with Family and Home Life

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about balancing family life and training.

 

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about all things Leadville.

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Summary

This conversation provides an in-depth look at preparing for the Leadville race, covering essential topics such as fitness markers, training strategies, altitude acclimatization, nutrition, and equipment choices. The speakers emphasize the importance of understanding individual fitness levels, adjusting power targets for altitude, and maintaining a consistent nutrition strategy. They also discuss the significance of pacing and the mental preparation needed for first-time racers, making this a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to tackle the Leadville challenge.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadville Preparation

01:18 Understanding Fitness Markers for Leadville

04:07 Power Durations and Training Focus

11:47 Weekly Volume and Tapering Strategies

18:28 Altitude Acclimatization Strategies

24:46 Adjusting Power Targets at Altitude

36:06 Nutrition and Fueling Strategies

41:19 Equipment Choices for Leadville

Episode 174- Heat Training for the Cold, New Cyclists, and Repeatability Training

 

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about heat training for racing in the extreme cold, periodization for new cyclists, and how to orient your workouts around repeatability. 

 

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Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of training for cycling events, particularly focusing on preparing for cold weather races, building endurance and FTP for long rides, and the importance of threshold power versus repeatability in climbing. They emphasize the need for specific training plans tailored to individual goals and conditions, while also addressing the psychological aspects of training and racing. The conversation concludes with strategies for success and the importance of maintaining a balance between training intensity and recovery.

 

Chapters

00:00 Heat Acclimation vs. Cold Acclimation

11:10 Training Structure for New Cyclists

22:20 Structuring a Cycling Season

25:00 Threshold Power vs. Repeatability

25:52 Training for Climbing Performance

36:44 Race Strategy and Preparation

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we have part 2 of our goal setting mini series. Tune in to hear about each of our personal goals for 2026 and some roundtable feedback.

 

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Summary

In this episode, the hosts delve into their personal and professional goals for the year, focusing on various aspects of goal setting, including racing ambitions, health recovery, and lifestyle changes. Dylan shares his focus on improving his racing performance while managing health issues related to iron levels. The host discusses the importance of daily training and family involvement in fitness, while Kaitlyn expresses her excitement about new racing opportunities and community initiatives. Drew reveals his aspirations to write a book about fitness and faith, alongside his racing goals for the upcoming season.

 

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Goal Setting

01:15 Dylan's Focus on Racing Goals

03:04 Dylan's Health and Recovery Goals

09:58 Training Methodology and Iron Levels

14:21 Host's Personal Goals and Lifestyle Changes

17:22 Daily Training and Early Workouts

24:25 Family Involvement in Fitness

26:58 Kaitlyn's New Racing Goals

28:51 Community and Coaching Initiatives

34:34 Drew's Book Writing Aspirations

37:42 Drew's Racing Goals for the Year