Western States, Cramming Stage Race Prep, Training Steep Climbs & Summer Fun

Jul 1, 2025

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on:

• Western States Running Race take-a-ways 
• How to prepare for a stage race 1-week out (joking but not ?) 
• Preparing for low rpm / high effort of long steep climbs on European cycling trip
• Balancing summer fun vs. training

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• Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation
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• Watch western states live stream 
• David Roche Youtube Series - Road to Western States 
• BC BIKE RACE - 150 spots open Tues July 2nd for last chance 2026 race
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