Episode 17 Burnout, Durability, and the Evolution of Training

In this episode of Service Course Report, Ed Philbrick and Derin Stockton dive into burnout in professional cycling—and why it’s become more common as training intensity, technology, and accountability continue to rise. The conversation moves between road cycling, mountain biking, and motocross, unpacking how power meters, evolving training methods, and equipment choices have reshaped athlete expectations. They discuss durability over peak fitness, the mental pressure that comes with risk-heavy sports, and why transitions—like moving from road to dirt—can be a healthy pivot. From double-day training blocks to drop bars, and lessons drawn from athletes like Eli Tomac, this episode looks at what it really takes to stay competitive—and sane—over a long career. Chapters (00:00:09) - Service Course Report Podcast: Episode 17(00:01:16) - Simon Yates Retiring(00:06:24) - Have You Piloted Because of Burnout?(00:12:47) - Pushing the cycling culture(00:13:20) - Beccy on Teaching Motocross(00:18:04) - Bradley on Training in Cycling(00:25:19) - "Burnout Motocross"(00:31:27) - Bradley on Mudocross(00:36:47) - Keegan on Drop Bars(00:41:08) - Keegan on Downhill Fashion(00:46:42) - I Almost Crashed On My Leg(00:50:31) - Amateur Cycling: Durability(00:58:07) - What You Need to Know About Durability For Your Cycling(00:59:49) - Marathon Double Days(01:03:42) - Double Days on the Olympic Training Camp