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August 5, 2024 62 mins
A conversation with Dirk Friel. He is a co-founder and Chief Evangelist of TrainingPeaks, a web-based training and coaching software company. He holds a bachelor’s from Colorado State University and a former professional cyclist. Dirk hosts the TrainingPeaks CoachCast, an endurance sports podcast highlighting the value of excellent coaching and effective training. He and the guests explore topics ranging from advancements in the science of endurance training to inspirational racing moments and successful coach-athlete relationships.  

We talk about Dirk’s origin story in cycling and the also with the launch of TrainingPeaks as well as the vision behind it.  

We talk about artificial intelligence and how it may impact the training and coaching business. Dirk gives his perspective on how TrainingPeaks will keep up with AI and competitor use of AI.  

We discuss optimal training and recovery principles given the increase competitive landscape in triathlon, cycling and marathon training.  

Finally, we discuss the wearable technology evolution and who might emerge victorious from the wearable technology war and why.  

Dirk Friel Instagram https://instagram.com/dirkfriel  

Dirk Friel Bio https://www.trainingpeaks.com/partners/dirk-friel/  

CoachCast https://www.trainingpeaks.com/podcasts/  

TrainingPeaks https://www.trainingpeaks.com/    

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