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The VeloFlöProjekt
by Zed Pitts
The VeloFlöProjekt is an experimental platform that follows Zed in his journey to become a stronger soldier-athlete while blending his personal and professional social experiences, music, and workout techniques of various cross-training methods and disciplines. https://linktr.ee/velofloprojekt
Episodes
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Mike Murphy and Harrison Make Team USA!
Mike Murphy and Harrison have made Team USA for the upcoming World Track Cycling Championships! a huge milestone and the start of an incredible journey. Hear the full story behind their selection, the sacrifices, and the support that helped make it possible. Listen to the full podcast for the...
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Connecting, Trusting, and Breaking Barriers; Tandem Cyclist Experience
Mike Murphy shares how adaptive training, consistency, and Zone 2 work helped him grow as a visually impaired cyclist. He and Zed Pitts discuss the trust and teamwork tandem cycling takes and why progress doesn’t look the same for everyone. 🚲 Donate to Mike Murphy and Harison Devine's tandem...
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How Elite Athletes and Soldiers Build Standards That Outlast Motivation
Consistency—not motivation—is what builds elite performance. Harrison Devine explains how athletes and soldiers can stack small training wins, stay ready, and avoid the trap of trying to cram fitness at the last minute. A powerful conversation about endurance, discipline, and learning to love the...
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What It Takes to Prepare for a Tandem Gravel Race
Track racing depends on precision, repetition, and perfect synchronization, while gravel racing demands constant communication and real-time adjustments from the pilot and stoker. How have you adapted your teamwork between controlled racing and unpredictable courses, and what respectful advice…
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Gravel Nationals at La Crescent: Nutrition and Recovery Talk
Zed Pitts and Harrison Devine discuss Gravel Nationals at La Crescent,MN with Mike Murphy and the importance of proper nutrition and recovery. Key takeaways: How to manage nutrition in new environments. The impact of sleep on recovery and performance.
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How Two Cyclists Turned Murphy’s Law Into Their Secret Weapon on the Track
Most people think racing a tandem is just about coordination. But it’s so much more. Help Mike Race to LA2028 In this episode of The VeloFlöProjekt Pop-up Podcast, experience updates to the athletic journey of Mike Murphy, an adaptive cyclist who, after losing his sight, takes on the thrilling...
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La Crescent Gravel Nationals Recap with Justin Mathers, Mike Murphy, and Joseph Matta
Zed Pitts sits down with three multi-USA Cycling National Champions fresh off the dirt at the 2025 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships presented by Vittoria in La Crescent, Minnesota. Justin Mathers – 13x USA Cycling National Champion Mike Murphy – 5x USA Cycling National Champion Joseph...
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Winning Blind: Mike Murphy’s Road to LA 2028
In this powerful continuation of our conversation, Staff Sergeant Mike Murphy opens up about his journey as a visually impaired cyclist and Army veteran aiming to represent Team USA in the LA 2028 Paralympic Games. Hosted by Zed Pitts, this episode dives deep into Mike’s resilience, his approach…
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Mike Murphy’s Journey from Darkness to Determination
In this compelling episode, I start with a reflection on the role of AI in my athletic recovery and training before diving into an emotional, sometimes silly, and inspiring conversation with retired Army Staff Sergeant Mike Murphy. After an accident in Greece in 2018 left Mike permanently…
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Invictus Games Foundation: RBC Gran Fondo Whistler 2024 Reflections
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my unforgettable experience at the 2025 Gran Fondo Whistler with the Invictus Games Foundation WIS family. From breathtaking rides through Canada's stunning landscapes to heartwarming stories of resilience and community, I share what makes these...
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303 Endurance Podcast Interview Expansion: The Invictus and DoD Warrior Games
In this episode, I’m diving into how Colorado’s Ride has transformed my journey—physically, mentally, and socially. Cycling has been a game-changer for my recovery and has helped me build stronger connections within the veteran community. I’m excited to share these experiences with you and show…
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Zed's Virgin RAGBRAI Experience
The VeloFlöProjekt Shift: The RAGBRAI Documentary The Fallen Outdoors Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Primal 1984 Olympic Silver Medalist: Nelson Vails (Track & Road Cyclist) Army Ready and Resilient Shimano 105 Di2
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Here's to Inclusivity in eSports
What does the future of inclusivity within the endurance eSports community look like and what is the importance of social connectivity? Mentions: #velofloprojekt #Zwift #ProjectEchelonRacing #Zommunique #ChristopherSchwenker #InvictusGamesFoundation #RGTcycling Christopher Schwenker's eSports...
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Happy MLK Day and Welcome to 2022!
What to expect from The VeloFlöProjekt in 2022. Mentions: #Zwift #USMES #InvictusGamesFoundation #RGTcycling Tech: Donerton Earbuds, Polar Stride Sensor, iPhone 13 Pro Max, Blue Yeti X, AirPods (2nd generation), Wahoo Kickr Soundtrack: No copyright music playlist 20 minutes lofi hip hop mix 2021...
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We Made it through 2020 Veloflöans!
Zed explains the changes he had to make to achieve his athletic goals and recaps some of the VeloFlöProjekt's highlights in 2020. Background music: 1 Hour ● Chill ● Lofi ● Hiphop 【No Copyright Music】 More VFP info: https://linktr.ee/velofloprojekt #velofloprojekt @weareinvictusgames @usmilitaryes...
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Election Day, Diversity, and Zwift Academy
Zed gives an update on the state of the VeloFlöProjekt, his take on diversity efforts in the endurance sports community, the US Nov 2020 elections, and his Zwift Academy 2020 experience. Background music: The Midnight Society-Midnight LoFi: Fall Vibes...
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Mental Fitness & Recovery
Zed talk's about how he overcomes the mental and physical stressors of training and how his future plans for the #velofloprojekt has been affected by #covid19 and #racialinjustice Highlights From the Coaches: What to do when you miss a workout? WTRL The bad #invictusgames rowing dream...
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Black vs. White Cyclists’ Experience During COVID-19 PART 1
Zed talks about his experience as a Black American cyclist and U.S. Military Veteran, compares it to his White counterparts’, and explains the effects of COVID-19 on his athletic training. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6O0y2UoRn55R5uWRERWLha Facebook:...
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VeloFlöProjekt: Zwift Hare & Hounds
Hello there current and future VeloFlöans! Zed will share his e-racing experience with Zwift and how the Sufferfest is teaching him to use the sensation of pain to make him become more pro. Listen to the VFP Podcast Like the VPF on Facebook Follow the VFP on Instagram & Twitter Visit the...
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VeloFlöProjekt: The Sufferfest/Zwift Smashup d[^_^]b
Hello there current and future VeloFlöans! Zed will share how both Sufferfest and Zwift are helping him become a stronger cyclist despite being isolated due to COVID-19. Listen to the VFP Podcast Like the VPF on Facebook Follow the VFP on Instagram & Twitter Visit the VeloFlöProjekt website today...
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VeloFlöProjekt: The COVID-19 Experience
Hello there current and future VeloFlöans! Zed will share how his cyclist training is affected by COVID-19, and how he is looking for innovative ways to stay social during these unique times. COVID-19 Resources (Mainly Minnesota)...
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VeloFlöProjekt: The Andrew Perrin Experience
Hello there current and future VeloFlöans! Zed interviews Andrew Perrin, amateur pro-cyclist of team Haste CC, to learn about his experience as a cyclist in the UK and the US. Podcast: http://anchor.fm/velofloprojekt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeloFloProjekt Twitter:...
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VeloFlöProjekt: Zed’s Sufferfest Experience
Hello there current and future VeloFlöans! Zed will talk about how he was able to strengthen his athletic Flö using the Sufferfest program. Podcast: http://anchor.fm/velofloprojekt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeloFloProjekt Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/flo_velo Subscribe to the...
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VeloFlöProjekt: Work-Love-Train
Happy Valentine’s Day current and future VeloFlöans! Zed will give his perspective concerning fitness training-work-love life balance. Music: Sade-By Your Side Nomyn-Astral Podcast: anchor.fm OR Spotify Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeloFloProjekt Instagram:...
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VeloFlöProjekt: Podcast EP 3
Zed will give you an easy basic cycling fitness plan to build your base fitness volume. Podcast: http://anchor.fm/velofloprojekt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeloFloProjekt/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/flo_velo Subscribe to the VeloFlöProjekt and take your cycling journey to the next...
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Episode 2: Beginning the Cyclist Journey
Zed will discuss some essential fitness tips and tricks to consider when beginning your journey as a cyclist. Follow and Like the VeloFlöProjekt! The VeloFlöProjekt is an experimental platform that blends workout techniques of various cross-training methods and cycling disciplines. Stay…
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Episode 1: Zed's Beginnings
Zed sets the tone for the VeloFlöProjekt as he explains how he got into cycling and why it is so important to him: The VeloFlöProjekt is an experimental platform that blends workout techniques of various cross-training methods and cycling disciplines. Stay up-to-date on all things VeloFlöProjekt…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The VeloFlöProjekt is an experimental platform that follows Zed in his journey to become a stronger soldier-athlete while blending his personal and professional social experiences, music, and workout techniques of various cross-training methods and disciplines. https://linktr.ee/velofloprojekt
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Zed Pitts
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