Maddie Heywood: Inside the Mind of a Pro Cyclist

The Neil Damerell Show

Maddie Heywood: Inside the Mind of a Pro Cyclist! In this week's podcast, professional cyclist Maddie Heywood shares her insights into the world of cycling, discussing topics such as training techniques, managing stress, the importance of diet and nutrition, and the impact of menstruation on performance. Maddie talks about her unique approach to competitive racing, focusing on feel rather than numbers. She discusses the changes in her life post-covid, her plans of training in Spain and her upcoming races. Maddie offers advice for those interested in starting cycling and encourages more women to join the sport. She also shares how she manages her career alongside her passion for cycling. 47:56 Introduction 48:04 Balancing Feel and Data in Cycling 49:26 Transition from Triathlon to Cycling 50:22 The Role of Data in Training 50:36 Taking Breaks from Data Monitoring 51:00 The Importance of Weight Management in Cycling 51:35 Nutrition Strategies for Cyclists 56:57 Training Around the Menstrual Cycle 01:01:21 Managing Stress and Incorporating Mindfulness 01:06:12 Coping with Post-Covid Symptoms 01:10:05 Future Plans and Goals in Cycling 01:15:04 Advice for Aspiring Cyclists Connect with Maddie: https://www.instagram.com/heywoodmaddie/ Anyways... Thanks for listening & please subscribe! -------------- L - I - N - K - S -------------- Book a 1-2-1 Coaching Call: https://shorturl.at/quU67 Coaching Options- https://www.neildamerell.com/damerellcoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/neildamerellmsc/ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/1800310 Email - [e-mail]