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Peaking, Improving VO2 Max, Supplements vs. Whole Food – Ask a Cycling Coach 168
2 augustus 2018 · 1 uur 33 min
Peak fitness is the end goal, but what actually happens to your body when you peak? We covered this, the different ways you can improve VO2 Max supplements vs. whole foods and much more in episode 168 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast.
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE Lees meer- Nate's Leadville Preparation
- The best way to hold your phone during workouts
- How to inject tubeless sealant without clogging your valve stems
- Do you have to change up your workouts to get faster?
- Why progression is the most important principle to getting faster
- A deep diving on "peaking"
- What happens to your body when it peaks?
- How long can you maintain peak fitness?
- Are standing desks actually bad for athletes?
- What is the best way to improve VO2 Max?
- Whole foods vs. powders and supplements for recovery nutrition
- Why dehydration isn't always bad for cyclists
- How big of a difference 2lbs make on a climb.More training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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Burning Fat, Testosterone, Coach Chad's Booklist and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 167
26 juli 2018 · 1 uur 27 min
Every cyclist wants to burn fat, but it's more complicated than low intensity riding. Join us live for deep dives on fat burning, testosterone in cycling, and Chad's favorite books in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast.
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE Lees meerHow to burn fat with cycling
What is “spot-burning” for fat?
What is the difference between visceral and subcutaneous fat
Why food matters more than training for fat burning
What role intensity plays in losing weight
How insulin and sugar affect fat loss
Why athletes have a surprisingly complex time with weight control
Testosterone and cyclists
Is hormone replacement therapy banned for cyclists?
Why taking testosterone is cheating
Natural ways to increase testosterone production
What effect sleep has on testosterone
Should cyclists always avoid weight gain?
How cyclists can ad weight that helps make them faster
Why cyclists should strength train
Why sugary drinks can be bad for cyclists
The difference between hydration during a race and recovery
What is osmolality and why you should keep track of it
Which nutrition products optimize hydration
How mountain bikers can improve their pacing
Why mountain bike races start so hard
How to train your body to start races hard
Coach Chad's favorite books
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Fitness Plateaus, VO2 Max Intervals, Solo Race Tactics & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 166
19 juli 2018 · 1 uur 29 min
Join us for a discussion on how to break through fitness plateaus, how people do VO2 Max intervals wrong, and a tactics discussion on how to win a bike race without a team. Episode 166 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast is coming right up! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Race analysis of Tahoe Trail 100
Why getting stuck behind slower riders may be a good thing
How to deal with hot weather in a race
What to do if your FTP is not increasing
When it's good to be a heavier rider
Why power to weight ratio isn't everything
How to lose weight and get more fit
Why maintaining fitness can be tricky to measure
Why all Training Stress is not the same
Why you could be doing VO2 Max intervals wrong
How VO2 Max work can improve aerobic and anaerobic stores
Why excessive heat isn't a good match with intense training
How to implement heat training into your plan
How heat training can help performance at altitude
How to fuel for 24 hour races
How to win a bike race without a team
How tactics change when you don't know your competition
Does carb loading make you gain fat?
How to fit more training into less time
How long should a pull last?
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The Beginner's Guide to Racing - Ask a Cycling Coach 165
12 juli 2018 · 1 uur 33 min
We're taking your questions on today's podcast to come up with the beginner's guide to bike racing. Join us live and let us know what you wish you knew when you started out, or what you still don't understand about the nuanced world of bike racing. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Nutrition, pacing and equipment strategies for Tahoe Trail 100
How to get into bike racing
Which type of bike racing is best for beginners?
How to find a group to ride with?
How fast should you be before signing up for a bike race?
Why bike skill is more important than fitness for new racers
How to save energy in a race
What category should you race?
Should new racers compete in Elite and Masters categories?
How to upgrade categories in USAC
Why ketosis isn't a practical solution for cycling
Drills to make you a faster sprinter
A pre-race checklist for new racers
How to find a nearby bike race
Should new bike racers get a one-day or annual USAC license?
Pre-race nutrition for bike racers
The first thing you need to do when you arrive at a bike race
Should you warmup before a bike race?
Should you carry spares and tools during a bike race?
What tire pressure is best for road racing
Why lubing your chain before you ride is a bad idea
Do you need to warm up on the trainer before a race?
What it means to "hold your line"
How close do you have to ride to people in a pack?
How to know when you are in the draft
How long should you pull during a bike race?
Why racing in the rain isn't that scary
Should you just sit in during your first bike race?
Why getting dropped in a bike race is not a failure
How to know when you should upgrade categories
Tips for racing in a small field
Which type of mountain bike race is best for beginners
What are the rules for passing in mountain biking?
What bike is best for beginner mountain bikers?
What category should you…
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40k TT State Champs, Naps for Cyclists, Leadville’s Best Secret and More - Ask a Cycling Coach 164
5 juli 2018 · 1 uur 39 min
Six months of preparation has led to this 40k TT State Champs Recap. What we did wrong, what we did well, what we plan on changing moving forward, and your questions on tactics, naps and Leadville. Join us live for Episode 164 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Our takeaways from 40k TT State Championships
How to pace a windy time trial
How you should warmup before a time trial
Pre-race nutrition for time trials
Why you should always check your bolts
How we would change our bikes without UCI rules
To drink or not to drink
Is carb loading more effective with liquid?
Why cyclists should be taking naps
How to get rid of a rider from a group
Are the flats harder than the climbs at Leadville?
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Time Trial Deep Dive, Pros vs. Joes, Carson City Recap and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 163
28 juni 2018 · 1 uur 50 min
Our 40k TT is right around the corner, and for this episode of the podcast we've assembled every detail of our equipment, nutrition and strategy for you, along with a look at what makes pros better than amateurs and whether weight loss always makes you faster or not. Tune in and join us live! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
What makes pros better than amateurs
Two different ways to race a crit
What we learned from the Carson City Off-Road
Hardtail or full suspension: which is best?
How Coach Chad is avoiding cramps
Suspension setup tips for mountain bikers
Our final preparations for the 40k TT
How to choose between helmets for a time trial
Do vents make a helmet slow?
Why a disc wheel might not be faster
Aerobar setup tips for time trials
What data fields to show during a race?
What to eat before a short time trial?
Should you not eat breakfast before a race?
How to pace a time trial perfectly
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Race Analysis: Carson City Off-Road with Keegan Swenson – Ask a Cycling Coach 162
23 juni 2018 · 54 min
Keegan Swenson is one of the fastest pro mountain bikers in the USA, and we took a deep dive into the Stans / Pivot Pro Team rider's hard-fought second place at the Epic Rides Carson City Off-Road.
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- Hardtail or full suspension: Which is best?
- How the pros carry spares and tools
- A tube carrying hack you need to know about
- Long sleeve jersey or arm warmers
- What the pros eat before a big race
- How pro riders plan their race nutrition
- On-the-bike nutrition hacks
- Why mountain bike races start hard
- Why the pros ride singletrack different than all of us
- How many times can the pros attack?
- Why a higher threshold is almost always a good solution
- When to know if you should lead or not on the trail
- Why technical trails might actually be an opportunity for rest
- Tips on how to follow a rider in singletrack
- When does drafting come into play in a mountain bike race?
- Why line choice may be the most important part of a sprintMore training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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Endurance MTB Deep Dive With The Pros – Ask a Cycling Coach 161
15 juni 2018 · 32 min
Pro mountain bike racers Payson McElveen and Sofía Gomez Villafañe joined us live from the main stage at the Epic Rides Carson City Off-Road for a deep dive on endurance mountain bike training and racing.
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- How do pros taper for endurance mtb races
- What do pro mountain bikers eat?
- How to choose between a hardtail and full suspension
- How the pros handle flat tires in a mountain bike race
- How to pace a long mountain bike race
- How to get by slower riders on singletrack
- Pro tips for sandy descents
- How the pros handle on the bike nutrition
- What type of training do pros do during the race season
- How to resist cravings and maintain race weight
- What the pros do to adjust for high elevation
- How pros make their tire choicesMore training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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Dirty Kanza, Running as Cross-training, Overtraining and more - Ask a Cycling Coach 160
14 juni 2018 · 1 uur 33 min
Join us live for Episode 160 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! We're going to analyze what Geoff Kabush did to get third place at Dirty Kanza, discuss whether running is a good form of cross-training, and dig deep into overtraining. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
How to register for the 40k TT challenge
What it takes to race Dirty Kanza
What we've learned about treating knee injuries for cyclists
Safety tips for cyclists on the road
Carson City Off-Road Preview
How to get rid of "hot spots" while riding
How to return to training after injury
Does running make you a faster cyclist?
How to organize the best cycling events
How to push through hard workouts
What are the signs of overtraining
Three stages of overtraining
How to avoid overtraining
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM
TrainerRoad makes cyclists faster. Athletes get structured indoor workouts, science-backed training plans, and easy-to-use performance analysis tools to reach their goals
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Lost & Found Gravel Grinder, Ending Workouts with Sprints, Flexibility and More - Ask a Cycling Coach 159
7 juni 2018 · 1 uur 20 min
What we learned at Lost & Found, is ending a workout with a sprint a bad idea, is flexibility necessary for cyclists and more in Episode 159 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Geoff Kabush's Dirty Kanza Recap
Lost & Found Recap
What are the best workouts for different types of fitness
A complete guide to terms used to describe fitness
How to pace yourself on variable terrain
Are sprints at the end of a VO2 Max interval beneficial?
Does increased flexibility make you a faster cyclist?
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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FTP Testing and The TrainerRoad Ramp Test: A Comprehensive Guide – Ask a Cycling Coach 158
31 mei 2018 · 1 uur 30 min
A comprehensive guide to fitness testing, why we created a new test, pro tips for your next fitness test and more in Episode 158 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast Facebook Group
Lost & Found Gravel Grinder Preview
Carson City Off-Road Live Podcast Recording!
Workout Scrubbing Feature Plug
What is the TrainerRoad Ramp Test?
Why sustained effort tests may not be the best format for you
How to find your FTP with a ramp test
Why the TrainerRoad Ramp Test was created
How to make cycling fitness tests better
Should you take an FTP test in the aero position?
Should you take an FTP test in erg mode?
Should you take an FTP test on each bike you own?
What you should know before changing a ramp test format
Can you do a workout after the TrainerRoad Ramp Test?
How often should you test your FTP?
Should steady state athletes take ramp tests too?
What if you score different FTPs from different tests?
Pro tips for taking the TrainerRoad Ramp Test
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Oval vs. Round Rings, Fasted Training, Beating Cramps and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 157
24 mei 2018 · 1 uur 45 min
Do oval rings affect power data, when fasted training actually effective, how to stop cramps and more in Episode 157 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast Facebook Group
Carson City Off-Road Live Podcast
What we noticed at the Queen Stage of the Tour of California
Do oval rings affect power data?
How to balance work and training
Why you aren't recovering as well as you think
Group ride etiquette
How to be smooth in a group of riders
Why gravel racing is so complex
Why do you need low gearing for gravel events?
When is fasted training actually effective?
How to maximize the effects of fasted training
How to beat a weight loss plateau
How to lose weight and increase power for cycling
How to stop cramps on the bike
More training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM
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Breakaways That Stick, Crit Racing Strategy, Ideal Race Nutrition and More - Ask a Cycling Coach 156
16 mei 2018 · 1 uur 39 min
How to make a breakaway stick, can you do too much VO2 work, ideal pre-race and mid-race nutrition and more in Episode 156 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Are sprints at the end of a ride a good idea?
How to get faster in the offseason
Adjusting your training plan for outdoor rides
How to race smart in a criterium
An ideal pre-race breakfast
How to train for short hill climbs
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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Peter Sagan Dirt Fondo, Performance Analytics, Hill Climb Time Trials and More - Ask a Cycling Coach 155
10 mei 2018 · 1 uur 16 min
Why you need to do the Sagan dirt fondo, TrainerRoad's new ride analysis features, How to PR your next hill climb time trial and more in Episode 155 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Introducing Performance Analytics
Sagando Review
Geiger TT
Chad's FTP Updates
Mountain bike wheel size and setup
Headphones to use on the trainer
Estimating FTP and Ramp Test Discussion
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast: www.trainerroad.com/podcast
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ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM
TrainerRoad makes cyclists faster. Athletes get structured indoor workouts, science-backed training plans, and easy-to-use performance analysis tools to reach their goals
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Merckx TTs, Sagan Dirt Fondo Preview, USADA Legal Allergy Treatment and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 154
3 mei 2018 · 1 uur 32 min
Why every time trialist should do a Merckx TT, the Peter Sagan Dirt Fondo course preview, how to make sure your allergy treatment is legal and more in Episode 154 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
What is a Merckx TT?
Preparing for the Sagando
An update on Nate's Allergies
How to make sure your treatment for allergies is USADA legal
The definition of a national level athlete
Preparing to race at elevation without having the proper time to acclimate
Breaking bad habits on the bike
What apps we use for cycling
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THE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast: www.trainerroad.com/podcast
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ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM
TrainerRoad makes cyclists faster. Athletes get structured indoor workouts, science-backed training plans, and easy-to-use performance analysis tools to reach their goals
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Consequences of a High FTP, Our First TT, Organizing a Season and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 153
26 april 2018 · 1 uur 16 min
What you need to consider as you raise your FTP, the results from our first time trial, how to organize a busy race season and more in the Episode 153 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
- How vacation affects fitness
- How to plan a big ride with friends
- The best route to take from San Francisco to Sea Otter
- Nutrition for long rides
- Chad's ramp test results
- Results from our first time trial of 2018
- How to pace a short time trial
- How to pace a climb
- How to recon a course with Best Bike Split
- What to know about sighting in a time trial
- How to manage a busy season of racing
- Is a higher FTP always the solution?
- Consequences of having a higher FTP
- Is raw wattage more important than relative power?
- How to break bad habits on the bike
- How holding your breath affects your performance
- What apps should cyclists use while riding?More training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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THE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast: www.trainerroad.com/podcast
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ABOUT TRAINERROAD — CYCLING’S MOST EFFECTIVE TRAINING SYSTEM
TrainerRoad makes cyclists faster. Athletes get structured indoor workouts, science-backed training plans, and easy-to-use performance analysis tools to reach their goals
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Component Choices That Make You Faster with ENVE Composites – Ask a Cycling Coach 152
24 april 2018 · 1 uur 14 min
Component upgrades should take more than weight and price into consideration. Every part of your bike should contribute to making you faster, whether through aerodynamics, comfort or mechanical efficiency. We dug into every important component choice you can make to get faster in the latest podcast with ENVE Composites. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
Why some pro racers run insanely low stack heights
Why are ergo bend handlebars are less common these days?
Why handlebar wall thickness matters
What to look for in a road handlebar
Why do pros run such long stems?
The pros and cons of rise stems
Do pros really need extra stiff stems?
How do you make a seatpost comfortable?
Why short seat rail clamps are better
Why doesn't ENVE make a saddle?
How to engineer flex into a component
Why are wheels getting wider?
Are wide wheels faster?
How to make a wheel aerodynamically efficient
What makes a wheel good in crosswinds?
How disc brakes are actually making your bike faster
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THE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast: www.trainerroad.com/podcast
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Running Out of Matches, VO2 Training for Steady State Athletes and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 151
12 april 2018 · 1 uur 14 min
How to avoid running out of "matches", should steady state athletes skip VO2 training, a testing protocol for different positions and more in the Episode 151 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• TrainerRoad's new fitness testing protocol
• How much difference can you expect in FTP on your TT bike?
• What is the difference between saddle soreness and saddle sores
• How to treat saddle sores
• How to test power output in different positions
• Should steady state athletes skip VO2 work?
• Is it bad to do an interval workout after a long ride?
• Are "matches" real?
• How to get more matches for cycling
• Can you cram train for fitness?More training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center
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Get Faster in Aero Position, Antioxidants for Athletes, and Buying Speed – Ask a Cycling Coach 150
5 april 2018 · 1 uur 16 min
Why your FTP is different in the aero position and how to change that, are antioxidants worthwhile for athletes, and which upgrades get you the most value in Episode 150 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• What you need to know before climbing Haleakala
• How elevation affects power output
• How to pace Leadville
• Is it normal to be slower in the aero position?
• How to get faster in the aero position
• Why TT bikes are hard to ride
• Best way to "buy speed" for cyclists
• Best dollar/drag saved upgrades
• Should cyclists avoid anti-oxidants?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Live Q&A with Marc Pro Cycling – Ask a Cycling Coach 149
29 maart 2018 · 1 uur 16 min
A special live Q&A episode with Marc Pro Cycling's Dave Christenson covering everything from stage race tactics to recovery nutrition.
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• How to recover between stages in the same day
• What type of fitness is needed to race in UCI races
• Can steady state riders do well in criteriums?
• Stretches and recovery methods for stage races
• How much time should road racers spend on the trainer
• How to communicate as a team in a road race
• How to conserve energy in a road race
• How to win a race from a breakaway
• How climbing road race strategy varies from flat road race strategy
• Is it normal to be sluggish after a stage race?
• What you need to know before entering a road race
• How much time should a road racing team spend together
• What American cycling needs to become more competitive----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Team Camp Special: Team Marc Pro Cycling – Ask a Cycling Coach 148
28 maart 2018 · 50 min
In the second part of our mini-series on training camps we spoke with Team Marc Pro Cycling on how they use team camps to get faster, and dug into team roles and stage racing tactics and strategy.
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• The difference between crit and road race focused teams
• How to bond as a team with training
• How to use a training camp right before a goal race
• How to use a training camp to start your season
• How to use a team camp if you are coming back from injury
• The different purposes of a team camp
• How to rank team mates during a team camp
• How fast are pro cyclists compare to average joes
• How to decide team roles with a fitness test
• How to prep for big stage races
• Heat acclimation for hot racing
• Is competition bad within a team?
• How to race an unfamiliar race
• What a GC rider should do on a sprint stage
• How to read a race with new racers
• How to adjust your race strategy on the fly
• Why foreign riders can be at a disadvantage in TTs
• How to recon a foreign race
• What you should do right after a race
• Stage race nutrition
• How many calories do pro cyclists burn
• How to maintain mental fortitude during a stage race----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Live Q&A with Clif Bar Racing – Ask a Cycling Coach 147
22 maart 2018 · 1 uur 28 min
A special live Q&A episode with Team Clif Bar Cycling's Pete Morris covering everything from crit tactics to nutrition.
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• How to train with specificity for time trials
• Pete's favorite Clif Bar
• How to know when to brake coming into turns
• How to "roll" turns without braking
• How to time your pedaling for a turn
• Nutrition strategies for ultra endurance racing
• Best jobs for pro cyclists
• Are beards slow?
• The difference between fixed gear and geared racing
• Bike handling skills that make you faster
• How to become more comfortable on a bike
• Does power to weight matter in criteriums?
• How to balance weight loss and maintain strength
• How to gain weight for cyclists
• Strength training for cyclists
• How climbers can win a criterium
• How to make a breakaway
• How to avoid saddle sores
• How to sprint from a high cadence
• How gearing can make or break a sprint----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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Team Camp Special: Team Clif Bar Cycling – Ask a Cycling Coach 146
20 maart 2018 · 40 min
In this special episode we discussed how to use team camps to make you faster and team tactics for criteriums with Team Clif Bar Cycling. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE • The difference between team camp and training camp • The importance of team bonding for cyclists • How fit are pro cyclists? • Why power to weight doesn't always decide a race • What skills you need as a sprinter • How to learn your role in a race team • What are the different types of sprinters? • How to use a training camp to get faster • Why a sprinter needs teammates to attack • How to set up a sprinter for a sprint finish • How to know when you should attack • How to execute a leadout train • What it's like to be at the front of a pro race • How to know when you should leave your leadout train • How to move through a pack • How to set yourself up for a good sprint finish • How to use course recon to help win races ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GET FASTER WITH TRAINERROAD Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form. • Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad • Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad • Browse training plans: bit.ly/TR-Training-Plans THE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gather to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries, and tips. • Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Co… Lees meer
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How To Get More Aero, Time Trial Recon, Trainer Calibration & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 145
16 maart 2018 · 1 uur 33 min
A deep dive into aerodynamic testing, how to recon a TT like a pro, smart trainer calibration and more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• When should you do a spin down calibration on your smart trainer?
• How to calibrate a smart trainer
• Cheat snacking for endurance athletes
• How to healthily use food as motivation for endurance athletes
• How ERO testing works
• Things to know before you ride a velodrome
• What is CdA and why it matters to cyclists
• How to find your CdA
• How to lower your CdA
• Why power to weight doesn't matter for flat time trials
• Why time trialists should overlap their hands
• How to find the balance between aero and power
• What makes a helmet more aero than another?
• How to find the right TT helmet
• How to get lower on a TT bike
• How to use CdA to plan a race----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Low Cadence, Training Stress Guide, Pain Killers & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 144
8 maart 2018 · 1 uur 23 min
Low cadence/high force drills, a guide to Training Stress, pain killers & more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• We're hiring! www.TrainerRoad.com/jobs
• What you need to know about bike demos
• What makes a training plan good?
• How to train for cycling while training for a marathon
• Are low cadence intervals a bad idea?
• How to adjust your training plan for group rides or races
• Why structured training plans are best
• Ramping intervals vs. steps
• Why more than Training Stress matters
• How TrainerRoad reports power data
• How long should you wait to workout after a beer?
• Should cyclists avoid ibuprofen?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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Aero TT Equipment, Mental Limits, Taper vs. Recovery & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 143
1 maart 2018 · 1 uur 29 min
Time Trial equipment that makes you faster, mental vs. physical limits, taper vs recovery weeks & more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• The best equipment to use for a 40k TT
• How to find the best TT bike for you
• Which aero bars are best
• How to save watts with your drivetrain
• Can your pedals make you more aero?
• How to choose wheels for a time trial
• Which are the fastest tires for a time trial?
• Best drivetrains for time trialing
• What makes a skinsuit faster?
• Are shoe covers and gloves faster?
• How to hydrate during a time trial
• How to differentiate physical vs. mental limiters
• How to adjust your training plan
• Are taper weeks different than recovery weeks?
• Training for a stage race or multi-day ride----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gathers to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
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Standing Climbing, Sub-8 Leadville, Multiple Peaks & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 142
23 februari 2018 · 1 uur 27 min
Standing vs. seated climbing, what it takes to go sub-8 at Leadville, peaking more than once & more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• What it's like to ride at professional team camps
• Tactics or power to weight – which matters most?
• How pro cyclists eat
• How to beat a strong racer in a crit
• How to train for Leadville
• Why TT racers should race leadville
• What it takes to go under 8 hours at Leadville
• How to build useful sprint power
• Is chloride bad for cyclists?
• What to look for in an electrolyte drink
• How to train between goal events
• Differentiating between physical and psychological fatigue
• How to use RPE to train
• Ventilatory thresholds explained
• Should you not stand on the trainer?
• Which is faster: seated or standing pedaling?
• How to reduce anterior pelvic tilt
• Why cyclists need to loosen their hips----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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Attacking Like a Pro, Easy Sweetspot Work, Supplements & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 141
23 februari 2018 · 1 uur 18 min
What most people don't understand about attacks, how to make Sweetspot work easier, supplements for cyclists & more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (9:30) The best way to ease into long intervals
• (15:00) How early should you start pre-race nutrition?
• Are attacks more mental than physical?
• How to carry more corner speed
• How to pick races that make you faster
•(30:40) How to time nutrition with racing
• What type of food is best before a race?
• (40:35) Why VO2max intervals are more complex than you think
• (43:30) How the same workout can deliver different benefits
• (45:25)How to warm up for a sprint triathlon
• (53:00) How to pace a time trial
• How to train for short time trials
• (1:00:00) How to use your power meter and smart trainer
• (1:06:10) Are anti-oxidants bad for cyclists?
• (1:12:40)How much water is needed to store glycogen
• (1:14:10) Why cyclists shouldn't take creatine----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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How Training changes Your Body, Matching Nutrition With Intensity & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 140
9 februari 2018 · 1 uur 9 min
What changes happen in your body at different intensities, how to match nutrition with your workouts, a coach's guide to using TrainerRoad & more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• TrainerRoad workouts now have thumbnail images in Strava!
• Why you should consider refining your pedaling technique
• Aero positioning and its affect on performance
• Ketosis and cycling – are they a good match?
• What happens to your body during a sweetspot interval
• Should your nutrition change as intensity increases?
• How much fluid does it take to digest food while riding?
• How to warmup for short triathlons
• How to use TrainerRoad with a coach
• A coach's guide to using TrainerRoad
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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Foam Rolling, Faster Triathlon Times, Genetics vs. Talent & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 139
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 8 min
Does foam rolling actually work, the real reason why triathlon times are getting faster, how much of performance is due to genetics & more! Join us live for this week's episode of the Ask a Cycling coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (4:30) How to know when you should upgrade categories
• How to Coach Yourself to Peak Fitness: blog.trainerroad.com/training-plan-guide/
• (14:35) The science behind foam rolling
• (30:25) Is non-alcoholic beer bad for recovery too?
• (34:25) Are plyometrics good for cyclists?
• (44:55) Should you gain weight to be a better time trialist?
• (50:50) Genetics vs. talent and how they affect cyclists
• (1:02:50) Why triathlon times are getting faster
• (1:12:10) Facebook Live Questions----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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How Age Affects Performance, Can Time Trialists Sprint & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 138
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 6 min
How age affects performance, can time trialists sprint, why average power is so low in cyclocross & more in this week's episode of the Ask a Cycling coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (6:20) TrainerRoad's Facebook Beta Group
• (7:20) What DEXA scans tell you about your body
• (20:00) Do I need to replicate the distance of my goal event in training?
• How to troubleshoot trainer problems
• (25:25) How does age affect cyclists
• Why old age isn't an excuse for declining performance
• (33:40) How to train for criterium racing
• (44:40) How do you incorporate group rides into a training plan
• (50:15) How to train for ultra distance for triathletes
• (54:20) How to tell if you lack muscular endurance or not
• (1:02:20) Why is average power low in CX?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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'Cross Nats Takeaways, TT Bike Fits, Using Weight To Your Advantage & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 137
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 24 min
What we learned watching and racing cyclocross for 7 days straight, how to get the best TT bike fit, how to use extra weight to your advantage & more in this week's episode of the Ask a Cycling coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (00:20) What we learned from CX Nationals
• (14:20) How to get the best TT bike fit
• (34:00) UCI TT regulations
• (42:00) What makes a good TT saddle?
• (51:30) Should you skip your taper?
• (54:15) How to utilize extra weight in a bike race
• Can heavy athletes be good cyclists?
• (1:01:20) How to increase training load without too much fatigue
• (1:04:10) Tubulars vs. Clinchers
• How to fix a flat in a hurry on the trail
• (1:11:45) How does cold weather affect performance?
• How cold does it need to be to use warmers or embrocation?
• (1:19:10) How to refine your pedaling technique----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Cyclcross Deep Dive With Special Guests Cody Kaiser & Courtney McFadden – Ask a Cycling Coach 136
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 8 min
Cyclocross pros Cody Kaiser and Courtenay McFadden stopped by TrainerRoad HQ for a deep dive on cyclocross training and racing in front of an in-studio audience during Cyclocross National Championships. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• Dismounting tips from the pros
• Should you do a step-through or not?
• How often should you practice dismounting and remounting?
• How to maintain momentum in the sand
• How to ride an off-camber section
• How to decide if you should ride an obstacle or run it
• Tips for learning to bunnyhop barriers
• How to pre-ride a course properly
• How to ride Belgian Steps
• Should you wear a GPS watch or use a head unit?
• How do pro cyclocross racers eat?
• Taper strategies before a big cyclocross race
• Pre-race meals for cyclocross racers----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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(00:35) Athlete Introductions
(03:10) Barriers
(12:55) Getting clipped back in
(14:15) Bunny hopping barriers
(18:45) Pre-riding the course
(25:35) Sand
(29:05) Mud & off camber
(33:45) Ruts
(35:05) Garmin/head units
(37:35) Track walk
(41:55) Race week nutrition
(44:20) Race day nutrition
(45:25) Mechanics
(47:10) Tires and pressures
(49:50) Warm ups
(52:45) Call ups and start strategy
(55:35) Passing
(58:20) Etiquette
(59:25) Crashing
Questions:
(1:02:35) How much do you incorporate strength training?
(1:05:55) How do you float up Belgian stairs?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Warmup Science, Pre-Workout Nutrition, Recovery Drinks & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 135
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 12 min
What happens to your body during a warmup, the do's and don'ts of pre-workout nutrition, why you may reconsider your next recovery drink & more in this week's episode of the Ask a Cycling coach Podcast. Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (04:45) TrainerRoad CX Nationals Athlete Panel Event
• We're hiring three software engineers! ( www.TrainerRoad.com/jobs)
• (6:20) Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• (9:05) The science behind warmups
• What actually happens during a warmup?
• How to know when you should warm up
• (16:35) What type of warmup is best for your next race
• (24:30) Should you train while you are sick?
• (25:50) How to come back to training after illness
• (30:25) Do smart trainers and power meters measure power differently?
• (34:55) Can upper body mass make you a faster cyclist?
• (45:10) How to time your strength training
• (46:40) Is heat training discipline specific?
• (48:50) Pre-workout nutrition to fuel your workouts
• (57:35) What you should think of before taking in a recovery drink
• (1:05:00) How to become a better climber----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
• Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad
• Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad
• Browse training plans: bit.ly/TR-Training-PlansTHE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CE…
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Yearly Planning, Power vs. Heart Rate, Indoor Training Gear & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 134
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 35 min
A complete guide to planning your training for the year, power vs. heart rate and indoor training tips and gear we're loving right now. All of this and more in Episode 134 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (00:30)TrainerRoad CX Nationals Athlete Panel Event
• (01:17)We're hiring three software engineers! ( www.TrainerRoad.com/jobs)
• (02:15) Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• (02:40)How to plan your year of training
• (03:15)How to set proper goals
• (11:55)How to make sure you peak at the right time
• (13:20)How to prioritize your races: A, B and C races
• (14:35)How to adjust your training plan
• (19:10)Dealing with multiple A Races
• (25:10)Adjusting plan when you don't have enough time
• (25:55)Adjusting plan when you have extra time
• (31:30)Definition of A, B and C Races
• (35:45)Adjusting training plan for illness
• (37:40)Adjusting training plan for business trips or vacation
• (41:40)Battling mental/physical fatigue and burnout
• (49:20)Do you really need an offseason?
• (56:10)Power vs. Heart Rate: Is heart rate still relevant?
• (1:00:00)Tips and tricks for getting started with indoor training
• (1:18:40)Are tubeless tires best for road too?
• (1:29:05)What is "going into the red" and should you actually avoid it?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
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Missing Workouts, Garmin Data Fields, Recovery Drink Timing & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 133
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 25 min
What to do when you miss a workout, Garmin data fields you need for racing, and when should you have a recovery drink & more. All of this and more in Episode 133 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• (00:25) TrainerRoad CX Nationals Athlete Panel Event
• (01:20) We're hiring three software engineers! ( www.TrainerRoad.com/jobs)
• (10:45) Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• (11:04) Consistent-Quality
• (12:05) Why your body build is not an excuse
• (17:50) How to be a good racer when the odds are against you
• How triathletes can use road racing for training
• (30:40) CX Tire discussion
• (37:35) Does your trainer have too much resistance?
• (50:40) What data fields you need to have on your Garmin
• (1:11:25) How to adjust your training for missing a workout
• (1:11:25) What to keep in mind when training twice per day
• (1:15:40) How to properly calibrate a power meter
• (1:20:15) How soon after a workout should you have a recovery drink?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET FASTER WITH TRAINERROAD
Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
• Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad
• Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad
• Browse training plans: bit.ly/TR-Training-PlansTHE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gathers to answer queries submitted from athletes around the gl…
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Group Ride Tactics, Cross-Training, Rebounding After a Bad Race & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 132
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 23 min
Tactics and etiquette to help you own your next group ride, what cyclists should know about cross-training, and how to rebound from a disappointing result. All of this and more in Episode 132 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• TrainerRoad Party at Cyclocross National Championships!
• We're hiring software engineers! www.TrainerRoad.com/jobs
• Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• What every racer should know about number pinning
• Dealing with doctors as an endurance athlete
• How important is power/weight?
• Should you use your TT bike on the trainer?
• How to use cross-training for cyclists
• How to nail interval workouts outside
• Can long course triathletes use MTB for training?
• Your guide to nailing an FTP test
• How to avoid hand pain for cyclists
• How to deal with disappointing results----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET FASTER WITH TRAINERROAD
Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
• Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad
• Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad
• Browse training plans: bit.ly/TR-Training-PlansTHE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson gathers to answer queries submitted from athletes around the globe, as well as dish about their latest training experiments, discoveries and tips.
• Subscribe to the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast: www.trainer…
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Are Wide Tires Better, The Fat Burning Zone Myth, Brick Training & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 131
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 12 min
Are wider tires really better, what intensity is best for fat burning and can you brick strength training and cycling workouts? Get the answers in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• TrainerRoad Party at Cyclocross National Championships!
• We're hiring software engineers! Apply here.
• Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• Training entertainment suggestions
• How to manage motivation when life won't let you train
• Which Build Phase training plan is best for time trialists
• Why you shouldn't copy other's training
• Are wider tires better?
• What size tire should you be running on your rims?
• How to make your current wheelset more aero
• How to avoid weight gain when you can't train
• Why do triathletes always keep their shoes clipped in?
• Are road shoes faster than MTB shoes?
• Should you pick road shoes or triathlon shoes?
• Do low intensity workouts really burn more fat?
• How to train for Leadville and Epic Rides
• Is it bad to do strength training right after a cycling workout?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
• Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad
• Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad
• Browse training plans: bit.ly/TR-Training-PlansTHE ONLY PODCAST DEDICATED TO MAKING YOU A FASTER CYCLIST
Each week Coach Chad Timmerman, Coach Jonathan and TrainerRoad’s CEO Nate Pearson g…
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Faster Category Upgrades, Saddle Discomfort, Blood Donation & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 130
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 12 min
How to upgrade categories faster, getting rid of saddle discomfort, and how giving blood affects fitness. All of this and more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
• TrainerRoad Party at Cyclocross National Championships!
• We're hiring software engineers! Apply here: trainerroad.recruiterbox.com/
• Why you should sync Strava and Garmin Connect to TrainerRoad
• Everything you need to know about category upgrades in road racing
• How many points do you need to upgrade to the next category?
• Do you get more points for a road race than a crit?
• How to upgrade road race categories faster
• What is a good FTP?
• How fit are professional motorcycle racers?
• How to fit big weekend rides into your training plan
• What to carry with you on long rides
• Should you carry your spares in your jersey or saddle bag?
• How to extend base training
• How to extend your training plan
• Why your saddle is uncomfortable
• How to find the right saddle
• Why your saddle isn't the cause of your discomfort
• What makes a good saddle
• What makes a good bibshort
• Stretches and exercises to fix saddle discomfort
• How to maintain cycling fitness while training for a marathon
• Does giving blood make you slower?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Every indoor workout you complete using the TrainerRoad app is based on power and calibrated to your personal fitness level. Along with a vast library of structured workouts, you also get access to training plans that tell you exactly what to do to achieve your unique fitness and race goals. It’s power-based training in its most sophisticated and guided form.
• Get started today: bit.ly/Get-Faster-TrainerRoad
• Download the TrainerRoad app: bit.ly/Download-TrainerRoad
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Is Higher Cadence Better, How Crank Length Affects Power + More – Ask a Cycling Coach 129
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 17 min
Is a higher cadence actually better, how is crank length affecting your power output, and cornering drills that make you faster. All of this and more in this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! Lees meer
Topics Covered in this episode:
• How Cyclists Can Avoid Losing Fitness While Traveling
• Is a higher cadence actually better?
• Cadence myths busted
• How to adjust your training as a parent
• How to balance life with training
• Cornering drills to make you a better bike handler
• Do rollers make you a better bike handler?
• Your guide to proper line choice for cycling
• What is the difference between Normalized and Average Power?
• Is it normal to see higher Normalized Power than Average Power?
• What does Variability Index mean?
• How to use VI for pacing
• Are cooldowns necessary?
• What effect cooldowns have on your body
• How does crank length actually affect power output?
• Are longer cranks better?
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Special Guest: Ryan Cooper of Best Bike Split – Pacing, Crosswinds + More – Ask a Cycling Coach 128
7 februari 2018 · 53 min
Ryan Cooper is the founder of Best Bike Split, Chief Scientist at Training Peaks, and an expert on all things aerodynamics and pacing. We met up with Ryan in Kona to discuss how to achieve perfect pacing, aerodynamic advantages in time trialing, and triathlon tactics. Lees meer
Topics covered in this episode:
• How Ryan Cooper became an expert in TT pacing
• Should you go hard or easy on climbs?
• How to properly pace a time trial
• What cyclists can learn from triathletes
• Are bike changes in time trials a good idea?
• How much faster one more watt and one less pound can make you
• Which is better: lose weight, or gain power?
• How to calculate the effect of elevation on aerodynamics and performance
• Are deep wheels actually better on a climb?
• When do aero helmets become worse than a standard helmet?
• Are aero road bikes worth the weight?
• How to beat the wind at Kona
• Drafting rules and tactics in triathlon
• How to use crosswinds to your advantage in triathlon
• How to use your starting position to help you in TTs and triathlon
• How pros pace differently than amateurs
• How to pace the hills on Kona's bike course
• What intensity factor is best for a full or half IRONMAN?
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 127 – How To Be a Faster Mountain Biker with Lee McCormack
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 26 min
The hosts of the Ask a Cycling Coach podcast worked with one of the best MTB skills coaches in the world, Lee McCormack of Lee Likes Bikes, to make you a faster mountain biker. Lees meer
Head over to blog.trainerroad.com to check out the video of this skills clinic.
Topics covered in this episode:
- How to avoid sketchy moments on the bike
- How your knee position on a bike can change everything
- How to stay stable in technical terrain
- What is the proper body position for descending?
- What is rowing and anti-rowing?
- How to carry momentum through rough terrain
- How to ride pump tracks
- How to reduce fear on a mountain bike
- How to recondition your instincts on a bike
- How to recover from a crash
- Why you should not lean back when you are about to crash
- How to not skid your tires when braking
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 125 – CX National Champs, Pacing Strategies, Dehydration & More
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 18 min
Nate returns from India with new insight on how to get power data from a gym bike while traveling, Jonathan gives you a complete guide to Cyclocross National Championships, and Chad goes deep into strength training and staying hydrated during late night workouts. Lees meer
Topics covered in this episode:
• Live podcast recording w/Matt Fitzgerald November 4 at Rapha San • Francisco, with group ride thereafter!
• Which power meter pedals are most flexible?
• How to keep your training on track while traveling
• How to recover from taxing travel
• How to get extra low gearing on a road bike
• Direct mount vs. spiderless chainrings
• Why cyclists should be using strength training
• How to incorporate strength training into a training plan for cyclists
• How to train for time trials
• What makes a good time trialist?
• Complete guide to USAC Cyclocross National Championships in Reno, NV
• How pro CX racers pace differently than amateurs
• How to pace a cyclocross race
• Why you are getting dropped at the end of a race
• 24-hour race strategies for success
• How to pace an ultra-endurance event
• How to train for an IRONMAN 70.3 with a lot of climbing
• Why descents are actually a triathlete's best friend
• How to lessen the effects of overnight hydration
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 124 – Mauna Kea, Training While Traveling, Strength Training & More
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 3 min
The podcast hosts are back from Kona and share everything you need to know before climbing Mauna Kea. As Nate gets ready for another long trip overseas, we share the best on-the-go training setups, tips for how to keep your training on track while traveling, and 5 strength training exercises for cyclists. Lees meer
Topics covered in this episode:
• Live podcast recording w/Matt Fitzgerald November 4 at Rapha San Francisco, with group ride thereafter!
• What we learned from riding Mauna Kea
• How to pace a high elevation climb
• What to wear when climbing Mauna Kea
• What type of bike to ride for Mauna Kea
• Do you need multiple bikes for Mauna Kea?
• What gearing is best for Mauna Kea?
• Nutrition plan for Mauna Kea
• How to avoid back pain when riding
• What gearing do you actually “need” for cross racing?
• How to follow a training plan when traveling
• Which trainer is best to use when traveling?
• What power meter is best for traveling?
• What workouts maintain fitness when traveling?
• Passing and singletrack etiquette for bike racing
• Is it okay to bump another racer?
• Should you let a faster rider by on single track?
• 5 strength training exercises for cycling -
Ask a Cycling Coach: 123 – Special Guest: Matt Lieto on Grinduro and Mauna Kea
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur
Professional triathlete and IRONMAN commentator, Matt Lieto, and your podcast hosts recorded a special episode to chop up Grinduro, one of the most interesting races on the calendar that you need to know about, and their preparation for one of the toughest climbs on earth, Mauna Kea. Lees meer
Topics covered:
• Triathlon and gravel racing
• A triathlete’s take on The Downieville Classic
• What makes Downieville unique
• Why training with bigger tires can make you faster on race day
• The thing you should focus on in technical terrain
• How triathletes can get more comfortable on the bike
• What is Grinduro?
• A new racing format we should all know about.
• Race strategy for Grinduro
• How to pace yourself during Grinduro
• What gearing to use for Grinduro?
• Which bike is best for Grinduro?
• Nutrition tips for Grinduro
• What you need to know before racing Grinduro
• Paceline etiquette
• Raceday morning mistakes to avoid
• Why Chad dropped Nate at Grinduro
• A trick to getting faster Grinduro stage times
• Pros chasing KOMs in The Tour of California
• How triathletes have an advantage over cyclists
• How to prepare for the longest climb in the world
• What you need to know before climbing Mauna Kea
• What gearing is best for Mauna Kea
• What clothing do you need to bring for Mauna Kea
• How to pace yourself for Mauna Kea
• How to pace yourself in high elevation
• Feeding strategies for Mauna Kea
• Do you need ride support for Mauna Kea?
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 122 – Special Guest: Andrew Talansky on his move to triathlon
7 februari 2018 · 56 min
Andrew Talansky is one of the most successful American cyclists in history with a win at The Criterium du Dauphine, top ten Grand Tour finishes, domestic tour wins and national championship titles to his name. At 28 years old, some would say he has his whole road racing career ahead of him, but he's changing gears – the most successful American pro cyclist in recent times is moving sports to triathlon. Lees meer
We sat down with Andrew at the IRONMAN World Championships to discuss what a road cyclist needs to do when he transfers to Triathlon.
Topics covered in this episode:
• Why Andrew Talansky left pro cycling
• The demands on the pro peloton
• What it's like to ride in the pro peloton
• How to mentally deal with a bad crash
• How triathletes can be more valuable for sponsors
• Does Andrew expect to have the fastest bike splits in triathlon?
• What are Andrew Talansky's running abilities?
• How Andrew Talansky plans to become a fast swimmer
• How Andrew Talansky plans to build up to IRONMAN full distance races
• What triathlons is Andrew Talansky planning on racing?
• Why Andrew Talansky has an advantage in triathlon
• What cyclists need to consider when moving to triathlon
• How to get more comfortable on a TT bike
• What bike will Andrew Talansky use in triathlon
• Andrew Talansky's nutrition plans for triathlon
• Why triathlon is more advanced than road racing
• Why having one coach for triathlon is better than three
• How cyclists can avoid injury when transferring to triathlon
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 121 – How an Age Grouper Qualified for Kona
7 februari 2018 · 43 min
We sat down with Emmet Kelley, a triathlete from Ireland, to learn every detail about how he trained and qualified for IRONMAN World Championships in Kona. Lees meer
Topics covered in this episode:
• How qualifying for Kona works
• Which events should you pick to maximize your chances of qualifying
• What type of swim, bike and run splits would you need to qualify for Kona
• How to optimize your bike equipment
• How to follow a training plan with a busy schedule
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 120 – Levi's Gran Fondo, Century preparation, peak power, + more
7 februari 2018 · 1 uur 13 min
• TrainerRoad's Product Manager mixing it up with the pros!
• TrainerRoad athlete Liz Lyles' IM Chattanooga win
• IRONMAN World Championships TrainerRoad plans
• The podcast hosts are going to climb Mauna Kea!
• Levi's Gran Fondo recap
• How to train for Levi's Gran Fondo
• What to know about the Levi's Gran Fondo course
• How to recon a remote course
• How to pace a long day in the saddle
• What is a "passhole"?
• 10 best tips for Levi's Gran Fondo
• How to train between back to back big weekends
• Cold weather riding footwear options
• What causes your peak power to drop?
• Why has fasting quit working?
• How to change your BMR
• Do electronic muscle stimulating systems work?
• How to overcome a fear of swimming
• Swimming lessons for adults Lees meer -
Ask a Cycling Coach: 119 – Live from Interbike with special guest, Dan Empfield
7 februari 2018 · 48 min
In this special episode we spoke with the God Father of triathlon innovation, Dan Empfield, at Interbike in Las Vegas, NV. Lees meer
Topics covered in this episode:
• How triathlon wetsuits came to exist
• What caused TT bikes to be designed as they are
• The two most important bike fit measurements
• How gravel racing could affect triathlon
• How to know if a TT bike fits you before you buy it
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Ask a Cycling Coach: 118 – Cross Vegas Review with Special Guest: Keegan Swenson
7 februari 2018 · 52 min
• How to race with a bent derailleur hanger
• The one thing you shouldn’t do right before a race
• Why your disc brakes may be rubbing
• How much aggression is okay in cx?
• How to get a good start, even from the back of the pack
• How to know when to make passes and when to wait
• How to know if you should ride or run stairs?
• How to not clip your pedals on stairs
• How to remount smoothly in a turn
• When bunny hopping barriers is a bad idea
• Tips for making it through a sand section
• How to drift turns on a CX bike
• What your tread can tell you about how your bike will handle
• What it takes to get a UCI point in cyclocross
• Chad, Nate and Jonathan’s results at Cross Vegas
• The key that most amateur CX racers are missing
• How to know if your race is over, or if you can salvage it
• What makes a good single speed course?
• How to beat somebody with a higher power to weight ratio in CX Lees meer