Episode 163 - Rapid Fire!

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 mixing it up a bit and running through some rapid fire questions in a bit of a round table format.

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, the hosts tackle a series of rapid-fire questions about endurance cycling, discussing overrated workouts, metrics athletes obsess over, interval training, recovery strategies, and the importance of mindset in training. They share insights on what works best for athletes, the significance of consistency in training, and debunk common myths surrounding cycling. The discussion emphasizes the balance between training intensity and recovery, while also addressing the psychological aspects of racing and performance.

Chapters

00:00 Rapid Fire Questions on Endurance Cycling

04:07 Metrics and Obsessions in Cycling

07:03 Interval Training for Threshold Improvement

10:09 Common Mistakes in Base Season Training

13:52 Recovery Strategies: What Works and What Doesn't

15:10 Easy Rides vs. Intensity Training

17:52 Pre-Race Nutrition and Meal Preferences

19:32 Advice for Struggling Athletes

25:11 Debunking Training Myths

30:49 Investing in Training vs. Equipment