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In this episode of the Fast Talk Podcast by Fast Talk Labs, we explore the essential distinction between adaptation and recovery—and how to train in a way that maximizes real physiological gain. We talk with pro rider George Bennett and host Coach Trevor Connor about how damage, inflammation, repair, and immune response all interact in the adaptation process. Drawing from perspectives of Joe Friel, Brent Bookwalter, Colby Pearce, and Paolo Saldana, we dig into what works, what doesn’t, and how athletes can avoid missteps.

🧠 In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why adaptation is not the same as recovery—and why confusing the two can derail progress
• The three stages of the repair / adaptation process and what each stage involves
• How inflammation, immune response, and oxidative stress factor into adaptation
• What undermines adaptation (e.g. anti‑inflammatories, excessive secondary damage, ingesting high doses of antioxidants)
• Strategies and “getting out of the way” principles for aiding adaptation
• How George Bennett balances Grand Tours, recovery, and adaptation at the elite level

🎯 Whether you're a competitive cyclist, endurance athlete, or coach, this episode helps you refine your training paradigm—so you're not just recovering well, but adapting better.

🎙️ Guest Experts:

• George Bennett – WorldTour pro rider
• Joe Friel – Coach & author
• Brent Bookwalter – Pro cyclist & coach
• Colby Pearce – Coach & performance thinker
• Paolo Saldana – Coach / physiologist

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