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Episode 35: How do Top-5 Tour de France and Giro D'Italia riders train?

Episode 35: How do Top-5 Tour de France and Giro D'Italia riders train?

Update: 2024-11-03
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gabriele Gallo, a prominent sports science researcher and founder of Knowledge is Watt, a top site for research around cycling training. We dive into the training practices of five elite cyclists who achieved top 5 finishes in major races like the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia. Together, we break down their training volumes, VO2max, intensity distribution, and the crucial role of durability in their success. Is it wise for amateur cyclists to replicate these professional practices? We explore key differences in logistics, personal preferences, and the reality of training load, […]
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Episode 35: How do Top-5 Tour de France and Giro D'Italia riders train?

Episode 35: How do Top-5 Tour de France and Giro D'Italia riders train?

Sebastian Sitko