Heart Rate VS. Power for Cycling Training (Science based coach explains...)
Heart rate or power—what's the better tool for cycling training? In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of both, and why we believe power is the more practical, reliable metric for most cyclists. From pacing your efforts to tracking progress, we explain how power takes the guesswork out of training and why heart rate still has its place—just not as your primary guide.
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Is Zone 2 Overhyped? (for recreational & amateur cyclists)
Zone two training for recreational cyclists. Are we doing too much? That is the topic for today's podcast. Science linked below. Why Zone 2 isn't the best focus for recreational cyclists https://link.springer.com/epdf/10.1007/s40279-025-02261-y?sharing_token=_JBa16c0TVKpWC-ASGX5qfe4RwlQNchNByi7wbcMAY4Y3tM2wPWWmLYbv6lMcE-pH5K9vrfirQVzyWj5WcLQybc2o6nv6PXysP1Xo-j-QTDsrlCeVJ9oswxeS9e2PpwHVOZNvzJZ7MKKxr9P1f7alhZiBvYFi_CeRlJIju9dpZ4%3D&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafCOwx6qpiWJzyo8YhUGj1EQL0fd3AWgnO8HbEQ92gjgT3p867-QzySTggs0g_aem_nhDD20Ez4njrNk0hghZ4Hg  Defining Zone 2: https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/aop/article-10.1123-ijspp.2024-0303/article-10.1123-ijspp.2024-0303.xml
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Why Recreational Cyclists Cramp (& what to do about it)
Cramps ruining your big rides? In this episode, we dive into why recreational cyclists are so prone to cramping during events—and it’s not just about hydration or electrolytes. We break down how poor event-specific training and a lack of proper muscle conditioning are often the real culprits. Learn what you can do to prepare your body, build resilience, and keep the cramps at bay when it matters most.
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3 Week Build VS. 4 Week Build (What's Best the for a Masters Cyclist)
In this episode, we unpack one of the biggest questions for Masters cyclists: should you follow a traditional four-week build cycle, or is a three-week build with more recovery actually better as you age? We explore the pros and cons of each approach, how recovery needs change over 40, and why a slightly shorter build phase might help you train harder, stay fresher, and see better long-term gains. If you’ve ever felt wrecked by week four or struggled to balance life, training, and recovery, this conversation is for you.
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3 Things That Matter Most (for a the Masters Cyclist)
In this episode, we break down three key pillars for Masters cyclists and endurance athletes: how to perform proper recovery, why and how to include weight training, and the essentials of effective sprint training. Whether you’re looking to bounce back faster, build strength safely, or add top-end speed to your riding, this conversation covers practical tips, common mistakes, and science-backed strategies to help you train smarter as you age.
Interviews with top performing cyclists and industry experts in the fields of coaching, advanced training techniques, and human physiology. The purpose of this podcast is to learn and understand what makes high performing individuals tick, digging deep into their ingredients to success both on and off the bike.
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