All Torque Podcast

Catch Aaron Dunford, founder of Fusion peak Professional Cycling in this episode of the ALl Torque Podcast. Aaron is originally from Vancouver Island Canada and moved to Australia to start his business.  In this episode, Aaron talks about cycling, bike fitting, and everything in between. With formal training from Serotta, Trek Bicycles and some of the worlds’ greatest fitters, he has accumulated knowledge and ability to fit existing bikes, whether it’s road, time trial, triathlon and mountain bike along with custom cycling prosthetic design and construction. In this episode we cover: The story of how Fusion Peak in Sydney, Australia started. Aaron tells us about the services they offer such as aerodynamic analysis, size cycle and frame design, bike fit, shoes and cleats, mountain bike suspension and cycling prosthetic and innovation and also 3D printing. Let's talk about.  Interesting tips on bike fitting and improving your performance. How they became known in the industry and how they

In Episode 55 of the All Torque Podcast, I interview Jean-Paul Ballard, the CEO and Co-Founder of Swiss Side Wheels. Before working full time for Swiss Side in 2014, he worked as a lead engineer in Formula 1 motor racing teams for 14 years. Swiss Side is the leading aerodynamic specialist in the cycling industry. They push the boundaries of aerodynamics design, construction and materials to bring cycling wheels into a new era. The company was founded in 2012 and really kicked off in 2014 with the first Aero Hadrons 625 Aero Wheel. Jean-Paul leads the company together with Dr. Seamus Mullarkey, former Head of Aerodynamics from the Sauber, now Alfa Romeo F1 Team for 20 years. In this episode we cover: The interesting story of how Jean Paul started Swiss Side. Balancing his career at F1 while pursuing his interest for cycling. His work with individual athletes and teams in Swiss Side’s support arm. The tests and measurements they take and make that helps improve athlete performance and allows them to find

Christopher Jones, Founder and Publisher of Bicycles Network Australia joins us in Episode 54 of the All Torque Podcast as we talk about how fulfilling this passion of building this community has helped and educated thousands of cyclists around the country. Apart from managing the website, he works as the Creative Director of Signale in Germany for 19 years now and has been a Wheelchair Support Cyclist in the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival for over 6 years. Bicycles Network Australia is a thriving forum of over 220,000 monthly readers. It is a safe haven for cyclists to connect and discuss anything and everything about cycling. The website publishes regular cycling news and reviews, targeted advertising strategies, and the Australian Cycling Industry survey, analysis and reports. In this episode we cover: The story of what sparked Christopher’s interest in cycling to fulfilling his passion of starting Bicycles Network Australia. Keeping Bicycles Network Australia as a free resource for cyclists tha

In Episode 53 of the All Torque Podcast, Sergey Lagutin, a coach and trainer for elite performance athletes and a superior sprinter and race strategist, joins us to share his story expertise in cycling. Sergey is a former Russian pro-cyclist who now lives in New Jersey, Pennsylvania USA. With over 37 years of experience as an Olympic and professional road cyclist, and winning multiple titles, Sergey now uses his experience for effective preparation, strategy and tactics to guide his athletes to create and significantly improve their own personal best times. In this episode we cover: The story of how Sergey’s started his career in cycling and racing to where he is now. His life in the US as a retired cyclist. Sergey’s journey as a cyclist, competing in various races and tours around the world. Joining RusVelo and his experience in racing in Europe. The differences in management and support that he got from different teams he joined. His experience in the three Olympics he joined. The learnings he

In Episode 52 of the All Torque Podcast, Lee Reithmuller of Rocksy Handcycles chats with us about his interesting and inspiring story of creating adaptive mountain bikes as a side hustle. Lee helps “wheelies” get off flat surfaces and into the natural environment with their unique Off-Road Handcycles.  Lee has built different bikes over the years and personally facilitates the design and engineering contractors involved in creating the production of these adaptive mountain bikes in Australia. In this episode we cover:  Lee’s story and the highs and lows of his journey to do what he’s doing today. His inspiration in starting to make wheelchair bikes. Manufacturing their first prototype bike. The changes that his bikes have gone through over the years from the time he started to the present. Lee tells us more about developing his most recent bucket bike and his athlete, Daniel McCoy. Funny stories that Lee has had throughout his journey of creating bikes. The future of biking

In Episode 51 of the All Torque Podcast, Gearoid Towey, the Co-Founder of The Athlete Advantage and Crossing the Line Sport joins us to share his journey from being an Olympic rowing athlete to now working on their athlete development program in the space of mental health; supporting athletes, ex-athletes, personal development managers, coaches, clubs and federations together with The Final Whistle Group. Gearoid represented Ireland in the Olympics and is a 3-time Olympian and a former World Rowing Champion. After retiring, he has then moved to Australia and has worked in sport-related careers before finally founding Crossing the Line Sport where they support retired athletes and bring a global community together and co-founding The Athlete Advantage. In this episode we cover:  Gearoid’s story on how he got started in rowing, being an athlete, and competing in the Olympics to what he is doing today. His transition and retirement from the sport. He shares his experience in joining 3 Olympic Champio

In Episode 50 of the All Torque Podcast, Stuart Hinds, an Australian Soft Tissue Therapist joins us to share his story and experience on his work process, working with Olympic athletes, and many more. Stuart has over 27 years of experience on his hands in the balance of tissue therapies, his professional practice. He pioneered his own technique for treating hip pain and dysfunction - the NAT Hip Technique.  He regularly holds lectures, writes articles and runs training workshops and professional mentoring sessions on his expertise. His website is an online education website that has a large range of professional development resources to support and extend the skills of remedial massage therapists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, myotherapists, chiropractors and other soft tissue therapists.  They offer trusted, quality educational products that earn you Continuing Professional Education. In this episode we cover:  Stuart’s story on how he got started and became a soft tissue therapist. His proc

Randall Cooper, Sports Physiotherapist and CEO & Founder of Premax, joins us in this episode to share with us interesting information on physiotherapy, the best recovery tools for athletes, strength training, and their products on Premax. Premax is a sports skincare company, with a range of products for cyclists, athletes and health practitioners. Premax supplies the likes of Team INEOS, Michelton-SCOTT, Cycling Australia, and the AIS; and many other athletes and teams all over the world. In this episode we cover:  The story of how Randall became a Sports Physiotherapist. The highlights of being a Sports Physiotherapist. Randall’s shares with us how he worked and helped athletes in the Olympics. Why cyclists need to do weights. The most important tool for recovery. The story of how Premax started and how cycling has played a major role in growing their brand. Their future plans for Premax. The most interesting and the funniest things he has seen as a Physio. Links Randall Cooper LinkedIn Pre

Rob Crowe OAM, Founder of Ridewiser, joins us in Episode 48 of the All Torque Podcast to talk about improving mental health and well-being through balanced cycling. Rob is an Olympic-level cyclist, a motivational presenter and Ridewiser Ergo Instructor. Ridewiser Ergo trains your cycling engine. It is the ultimate physical, mental and social cycling development experience. It helps you improve techniques and achieve your cycling goals, whether it’s to awaken your top-end powers or build your engine from the ground up. In this episode we cover:  The story of how Rob started in sport to where he is today. Learnings he took from  Heiko Salzwedel. The percentage of work and colours that Rob is willing to train in. Rob’s suggestion on the length of exercise you need. The funniest things that’s happened in his classes. Rob’s opinion on the future of cycling. His training events and ride with St. Kilda Cycling Club. Links Ridewiser Website Ridewiser Facebook Ridewiser Instagram

Jo Formosa, the founder of Back2Health and co-founder of Health Dynamics globally, joins me today to talk about the benefits of detoxifying your body to renew and regain your performance and health. She found her way to Ayurveda through the experience that she has personally gone through in her athletic journey. Jo is an Ayurvedic Health Expert, an Executive Health coach, and a Practitioner and International Speaker in Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, Remedial Therapy and Neuro-Strategies with 25 years of experience and training at her back. Her vision is to help people achieve perfect health so they can lead happy and healthy lives free from pain, illness, and mediocrity. Living at optimal health will be the driving force to live your optimal life. In this episode we cover:  Jo’s journey through the years, her sports, her experience getting an injury and the highs and lows that came with it. The benefits that cycling has brought to her life. How a good digestive system can help athletes perform better

Bridie O’Donnell, Head of the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation, joins us in this episode of the All Torque podcast to talk about her career as a cyclist; the advances, problems and opportunities in the space of women in sport in Australia; and her memoir on her life as a pro cyclist. Bridie is a medical doctor who has a passion for sports and pursued careers in rowing, triathlon and cycling. She is a 2016 world-record breaker who has set a mark in the Women's UCI Hour Record Book. She is also the author of “Life and Death: A Cycling Memoir” which is her story of triumph and hard work to achieve her dreams. In this episode we cover:  Bridie’s journey from practising her profession as a doctor and as a national rower,  to becoming a pro cyclist. How her background as a medical doctor helped in her pro cycling career. Physical and psychological differences in her sports in relation to her mindset. Exciting things about the Victorian government providing funding for wome

In this episode, we are joined by Mandy Napier of Mindset for Success as she shares her story of how mindset coaching has positively changed and improved her sporting journey. She gives us tips on how to change our mindset and apply these learnings in our lives. Mandy is a Mindset and Performance Coach, Professional Speaker, Trainer, Author, Founder of ‘The Winning Edge Formula,’ and Creator of Get Breakthrough Results Program, a brand new 9-week online group program.  She coaches high achieving driven professionals and individuals and empowers people to clear their hurdles, reprogram their minds and perform at their best; ultimately to live a richer, healthier and happier lives, personally and professionally. In this episode we cover:  The story of how she started doing triathlons and 2 years later, representing Australia at the first World’s Long Course Triathlon in Nice, France. Her experience at the race in Kona, Hawaii and how she pushed herself to finish it despite the hurdl

In this episode, Jake Edwards tells us his challenging but inspiring story of being a football athlete to founding his not for profit organization, Outside the Locker Room. He also shares tips on how to help others who are experiencing mental illness, their app, their upcoming projects and tips and advice for listeners. ‘Outside The Locker Room’ is dedicated to supporting sporting clubs, schools and workplaces for their welfare and education requirements across Australia. Outside the Locker Room focuses on areas such as mental health, drugs, alcohol, gambling and domestic violence. Their program educates and brings awareness to these topics. Their passion is to not only educate but provide a safe, secure and private welfare platform for individuals to access 24/7 in a time of need. In this episode we cover:  His inspiring story of why he started Outside The Locker Room The common denominator of people who experience spiralling down. Tips and advice for listeners or friends of listeners who m

In this episode, Hannah Macdougall shares her impressive story of being an elite paralympian athlete representing Australia in various games and championships for both swimming and cycling. She has won numerous medals from Silver to Gold in several games for both sports. Hannah’s extensive experience and background as an athlete has allowed her to become a role model, ambassador, advocate and many more for different organizations She holds a PhD in Athlete Well-Being, she is a Community Engagement Advisor with Victoria State Emergency Services, and her goal is to assist communities and people to achieve their highest potential. In this episode we cover:  Hannah’s story starting with how she started to swim competitively and then shifting to cycling. What made her switch from swimming to cycling. Something people don’t know about Hannah. Her preparations for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games. What she would have done differently knowing what she knows now. Hannah’s advice to young a

In this episode, Richard Colman, a wheelchair athlete born with Spina Bifida shares his journey with us as an athlete and coach. He is currently working with the National Disability Insurance Agency NDIA). He has competed for Australia in the T53 Category in various games and championships worldwide such as the World Athletics Championships in France, the Paralympic Games in Athens, and the London Paralympic Games to name a few where he has won medals from bronze and silver to gold. In this episode we cover:  Richard’s story of his disability and how he started to get involved with sports. What is the T53 Category? His story on being the first person in a wheelchair to umpire an AFL match for the Geelong Football League in 2007 and how he travelled the Death Road in Bolivia using his racing wheelchair in 2014. His coaching and mentoring stint. Richard’s goals and dreams for people with disabilities. The workshop he runs for the NDIA. His goals for himself. Richard’s words of wisdom for

In this episode, Vanessa Alford joins us as we talk about her story on exercise addiction, the effects it had on her and her health, and how she overcame it. Vanessa is the author of the book “Fit Not Healthy”, a former elite marathon runner, an experienced physiotherapist, public speaker, researcher and clinical manager, with an extensive background in the health and wellness industry. In this episode we cover:  Vanessa’s story about how she entered Physiotherapy, became an elite athlete and what she’s doing today. Her comments on what Psychologist and Director of Body Matters Sarah McMahon said about exercise addiction: “Exercise addiction is not well understood. Fellow athletes and those looking to shape up often romanticize exercise addiction as motivation and moral strength.” The pressure she experienced with running and the effects it had on her health. The neurological symptoms she had and her turning point to change the state she was in at that point in her li

In this episode, Brian Smith from Africa Roar, Walk in the Wild exclusive tours in South Africa joins us as we talk about his interesting story on competing in triathlons in his early 40s, transitioning from a corporate job and starting his company Africa Roar, and managing his Type 1 Diabetes while doing both sports and travel. In this episode we cover:  His journey from working for a large company to starting a new business venture and also becoming an older athlete. His memorable experience during one of his Ironman races. Discovering and managing his case of Type 1 Diabetes. Effects of workout intensity and endurance efforts on his insulin levels. The story of his transition from corporate to starting African Roar. Managing diabetes while travelling and changing his diet. Brian shares a funny story from one of his African holidays. Links Africa Roar Website Africa Roar Facebook Africa Roar Instagram

In this episode, we are joined by Paul O’Brien, Director of Leadership Matters, a company that develops and implements leadership strategies, training programs and general interventions for organisations. Paul specialises in leadership development interventions, coaching and public motivational speaking. Pedals, Paddles and Potholes is the title of his first book that he is launching in March. In this episode we cover:  His journey from childhood, the biggest life challenges that he has experienced, leadership management, and writing his first book. What his book Pedals, Paddles and Potholes is all about. The 7 Elements model. Elite athletes needing help with mental health issues. Paul shares his thoughts about the question, “how well do people know us?” Cycling as a way to bridge connections, friendships and releasing sharing. An inspiring story shared by Paul. Links Leadership Matters Website Tickets to the Pedals, Paddles and Potholes Book Launch on March 17 Paul O’Brien Link

In this episode, we are joined by Toby Keegan, Race Director at Iron Man as we talk about his journey to working for Iron Man and the 3-day Velothon Sunshine Coast cycling event happening in July 2019. Toby has had an extensive background in events, management and coaching in the industry of cycling. He has also worked with numerous companies like Whistler’s Bike Guide, Whistler Blackcomb, 99 Bikes, Ride to Conquer Cancer and SBR Triathlon before working for the prestigious Iron Man. In this episode we cover:  How Toby's love for cycling has taken him from Canada to Australia, working for different companies and initiatives in the cycling industry and eventually for Iron Man. Toby shares more about the 3-day Velothon Sunshine Coast cycling event happening in July. The course races that participants should expect in the one-day and three-day Velo. What it takes to organise a multi-day event. The inspiration for the Velo atmosphere during race days. Who are the target racers of the Ve

In this episode, we are joined by Ben Grove, a Senior Project Manager from Pure Projects Consultancy and an Ambassador for the World Bicycle Relief (WBR)Charity Organisation. We talk about the WBR and how it has impacted the lives of so many individuals in Africa and what we can expect to see from them moving forward. In this episode we cover: The story of how Ben started cycling to now being an Ambassador for World Bicycle Relief. The start of World Bicycle Relief. Ben shares statistics and touching stories on how the Buffalo Bike is bringing change in Africa. How Ben sees the change of massively impacting so much more individuals with the Buffalo Bike and the WBR. Things to look forward to with Ben and the World Bicycle Relief. Information about The Chop race on Zwift which Ben started. Funny stories shared by Ben.   Links World Bicycle Relief Ben’s Fundraising Page Velothon - Receive a Special with your entry for the  Velothon entry code - GOVELOTHON2019 this gives a 5% discount alon