Episode 141 - Genetic Potential, Racing on Rest Weeks, and Training for Long Races
Description
Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about genetic potential, racing on scheduled rest weeks, and training for long races.
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Summary
In this episode, the hosts delve into listener questions regarding cycling performance, specifically focusing on VO2 max, threshold training, and race strategies. They analyze a young athlete's metrics and discuss the importance of training structure, including the balance between intensity and recovery. The conversation also covers the implications of scheduling B and C races during rest weeks and how to effectively prepare for long gravel races with limited training time.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Listener Questions
00:28 Analyzing VO2 Max and Threshold Training
15:01 B and C Races During Rest Weeks
27:51 Training Structure for Long Gravel Races
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