CANADIAN CYCLISTS YOU SHOULD BE FOLLOWING
It’s not just what athletes do on the bike that’s impressive. In recent years, cyclists across all disciplines have taken to sharing a behind the scenes perspective of what the life of a professional athlete is really like, what their training regimen looks like and how they prepare for major competitions.
From discussions revolving around cycling, to nutrition, to hobbies, to conversations with fellow teammates, you’re sure to be entertained by these Canadian athletes’ channels.
Emily Batty (YouTube)
The two-time Olympic mountain biker is no stranger to YouTube. In 2016, Batty documented her lead up to the Rio Olympics, where she finished 4th, through her Ambitions series.
Fast forward five years and the series continues to shed light on her training habits, travel schedule and life with her new team, Canyon MTB Racing. The series also features new teammate Laurie Arsenault, as well as her partner/coach and brother/mechanic as they take on new challenges while touring the world.
Make sure not to miss her epic bikepacking journey through Iceland in 2020, showcasing beautiful views, incredibly tough terrain and an amazing overall experience.
Obstacles and Opportunities with Lowell and Julie Taylor (Podcast)
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Para-cyclist Lowell Taylor and his wife Julie Taylor, who both competed in the Amazing Race Canada in 2016, have tackled a new challenge: that of hosting a podcast! Through their Obstacles and Opportunities podcast, the couple speak with various Canadian athletes about their journey through sport and how they dealt with, navigated and overcame different challenges.
Guests on the podcast include Olympic bronze medallist Catharine Pendrel and three-time Paralympic medallist, Tristen Chernove. The podcast is sure to give you plenty of insight into the lives of each athlete and their unique road to success.
Finn Iles (YouTube)
The DH athlete’s YouTube channel gives viewers a fair picture of what it’s like to compete as an Elite athlete and takes us along for the ride, literally and figuratively, as he explores some of his favourite trails from around the world.
Iles has uploaded tons of competition content through the years, including course walks with his team, course previews from his perspective and how he prepares his equipment so that he’s ready to perform on race day.
Coffee Chatter with James Palmer and Tory Nyhaug (Podcast)
A podcast that’s centered around friends sitting down and catching up over coffee? Count us in! Two-time Olympian Tory Nyhaug and Tokyo 2020 hopeful James Palmer sit down with guests from all over the world to discuss BMX, sports, funny anecdotes and everything in between.
It’s hard not to feel like you’re part of the conversation and with over 100 episodes, you’ll never run out of content during those long summer rides.
MGM Alternative with Miranda Miller, Remi Gauvin and Jesse Melamed (YouTube)
The trio may not physically be together but that hasn’t stopped them from creating some great content for their new YouTube Channel.
Their goal is simple: to show how mountain biking fulfills their lives through adventure, community and progression. The videos showcase the athletes getting out of their comfort zone by tackling new and exciting challenges, as well as tips and tricks to help viewers improve their skills.
Canuck Crosscast with Jenn Jackson and Michael van den Ham (Podcast)
Last year, professional cyclo-cross athletes and close friends Jenn Jackson and Michael van den Ham decided that they should start recording their post-race debriefs and a new podcast was born.
The two athletes take you on a journey into the 2021 cyclo-cross season featuring guests such as Ruby West and Sidney McGill to chat about the sport, competing during COVID and their goals for the season.
Adam Roberge (YouTube)
Life as a pro athlete isn’t always as seamless and fun as it may seem. Adam Roberge’s YouTube channel takes you through what training, eating, travelling and even sleeping like a pro rider is like. The Elevate – Webiplex Pro Cycling athlete’s videos gives you the raw and authentic feel of what athletes put their bodies through to race at a high level while doing qhat they love. Posting weekly, you’re in store for fun and action filled content!
Sarah Orban (Sorbs Cooking – Blog)
Want to eat like a pro athlete? Look no further.
The track athlete’s blog gives you a ton of suggestions for healthy and yummy meals, snacks, desserts and more. Orban started the blog in 2020 with the goal of inspiring, facilitating and encouraging a balance of good food to help fuel your body in their right ways while enjoying what you’re eating. Make sure to try her protein energy bites during your next ride!
