21 – The Slowest Cyclists Improve the Fastest — Here’s Why
This episode breaks down why chasing every ride at medium effort keeps you stuck — and why riding slower on purpose builds the engine that makes you faster.
20 – Is Indoor Cycling as Effective as Riding Outside?
The indoor vs. outdoor debate never really goes away — but most people are asking the wrong question. In this episode, we break down what the research actually says about training indoors versus outside, where each environment gives you a real edge, and how to use both without being loyal to either.
19 – Fueling Before, During, After a ride
Nutrition tanks more rides than fitness ever does — and most cyclists are either underfueling, eating at the wrong times, or skipping recovery entirely. In this episode, Mukund breaks down exactly what to eat and when, from your pre-ride meal to the recovery window most riders blow right past. No supplements pitch.
Just practical, research-backed fueling you can apply this week.
18 – Strength Training for Cyclists — Where Do You Even Start?
Most cyclists skip the gym entirely — worried about bulk, confused about what to lift, or just unsure where to begin. In this episode, Mukund breaks down exactly why strength work matters for your riding, what your body actually needs (hint: it's not what you think), and the four foundational movements every cyclist should start with. No gym background required. Just a smarter way to ride faster, climb stronger, and stay injury-free.
17 – How Often You Should Ride
Think riding more days automatically means more fitness? Not quite.
In this episode, we break down the real answer to one of cycling's most common questions — and it's not a number. It's about understanding how much stress your body can actually absorb and recover from in a week.
16 – Why Your Legs Are Always Tired (And How to Fix It)
Your legs feel like cement — but you slept, you ate, and you didn't even train that hard. So what's going on?
In this episode, we break down the four most common reasons cyclists and active people deal with chronic leg fatigue — and none of them are "just train more" or "just rest more."
15 – The Advice We All Got Wrong
Most cycling advice gets passed around so confidently that nobody stops to ask if it's actually right.
In this episode, Mukund takes three of the most widely followed rules in cycling — stretching before a ride, the 90 RPM cadence target, and Zone 2 training — and asks a simple question: what does the evidence actually say?
14 – The Workout App That Doesn’t Want Your Data
Most fitness apps are designed to keep you scrolling, not training. They want your data, your subscription, and your constant attention. In this episode, I'm sharing why I built PMW Fit — a completely offline workout builder with zero data collection, no account required, and no subscription fees.
PMW Fit gives you three workout builders: Strength Training, Cardio, and Target Muscle workouts. Design your sessions exactly how you want them, get guided timers and audio coaching, and train anywhere without an internet connection.
13 – Fat Adaptation and Zone 2 Metabolic Reality
Think Zone 2 training turns you into a "fat-burning machine"? Not exactly. In this episode, we're busting the biggest misconceptions about fat adaptation and revealing what actually happens to your metabolism during low-intensity training.
12 – Narrow Handlebars
Why are pro cyclists racing on 36-38cm handlebars when they're over 6 feet tall? In this episode, we break down the narrow handlebar revolution that's taken over the WorldTour peloton—and whether it makes sense for you.