The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

• Best Heat Training Strategies for Time-Crunched Cyclists

  OVERVIEWHeat acclimation is a big topic this summer, especially because heat training has been shown to also improve oxygen-carrying capacity in the blood - similar to altitude training! But, heat training can be tricky, especially for Time-Crunched Cyclists. What if you can't train in the hottest part of the day because of work? What if you spend your workday in a cold, air conditioned office building? Should you sit passively in a sauna or hot bath, or exercise with extra layers and no fans? For how long, at what temperatures, etc.? Coach Adam Pulford provides actionable, pragmatic heat training guidance for amateur and everyday cyclists so you can perform better in the heat and reduce your risks for heat illness.TOPICS COVEREDWhy should you get heat adaptedHow long does heat adaptation take?Native heat vs. Added HeatTraining Schedule for Native Heat TrainingAir conditioning and "global heat stress"Training Schedule for Added Heat TrainingHow do you know you’re heat adapted?LINKS/RESOURCESHeat Adaptation for Females: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Physiological Adaptations and Exercise Performance in the Heat - PMCGoing one step further with altitude training or heat training Heat training 101: A comprehensive guide for athletesHow much do you sweat? - Asker’s Sweat Rate CalculatorHeat training guide for cyclists | EF Pro Cycling https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6422510/ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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• Sprint Training for Time-Crunched Cyclists (#253)

  OVERVIEWSprinting is something a Time-Crunched Cyclist can be very good at, because it doesn't take a lot of training time to develop a strong anaerobic kick. Yes, you still need an aerobic engine to reach the finale with enough energy left to sprint, but a strong sprint can be a Time-Crunched Cyclist's secret weapon! DJ Brew wins Masters and Pro/1/2 criteriums in the Washington DC area with a strong kick and smart sprinting tactics and skills. In Episode 253 of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast", he and his coach, Adam Pulford talk about key workouts, strength training, sprint practices, and even the differences between 10-, 20-, and 30-second sprint efforts.TOPICS COVEREDThe basics of how to sprint on a bicycleThe best cadence for sprintingCan you train for sprints on an indoor trainer?Neuromuscular drills for high cadence sprintingHow 10-, 20-, and 30-second sprints differ physiologicallyKey Sprint WorkoutsStrength training for powerful sprintsASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTLINKS/RESOURCESAnalysis of standing vertical jumps using a force platformAnaerobic Power Assessment in Athletes: Are Cycling and Vertical Jump Tests Interchangeable? - PMC DJ Personal and Music: SoundCloudBike Doctor Race Team and Bike Fit:GUESTDJ Brew races Masters and Pro/1 on the Bike Doctor Team and has been a regular on the local group ride and race scene in Washington D.C. and surrounding areas. A true time-crunched cyclist, he is a father, husband, and works long hours as a Maryland-National Capital Park Police officer. More than 10 years ago he started racing as a Category 5, progressing to Category 3 within a year and Category 1 the following year. Competing primarily in criteriums and supplementing his training with fast, competitive group rides, DJ’s developed a reputation for having an explosive sprint.HOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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• Training and Development Tips for Junior Cyclists (and Parents!)

  OVERVIEWIf you or your child is interested in racing bikes (road, mountain, cyclocross, track) as an under-18 competitor, this is the podcast for you! CTS Coach Adam Pulford is one of the top coaches to Junior and U23 Cyclists in the United States. Much of this work is through the DC Devo Cycling Team in Washington, D.C. In Episode 252 of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast", Adam is joined by Chris Hardee, Justin Mauch, and Ryan McKinney of DCDevo to answer listener questions on how the development pathway works in cycling, how to get started, and what to look for in a development program.TOPICS COVEREDAge-specific aspects of training junior cyclistsHow many hours should junior cyclists train?How do you find a good junior program?What to look for in a junior development programCyclocross and High School Mountain Bike as entry pointShould your kid be riding/racing with grown men/women?ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTLINKS/RESOURCES// General Recommendations by Age (hours per year):- Under 12 (U12):   Volume: ~100-150 hours/year   Weekly Average: ~2-4 hours/week- Ages 13-14 (U14):   Volume: ~150-250 hours/year   Weekly Average: ~4-6 hours/week- Ages 15-16 (U16):   Volume: ~250-400 hours/year   Weekly Average: ~6-10 hours/week- Ages 17-18 (U18/Juniors):  Volume: ~400-600 hours/year (competitive juniors)  Weekly Average: ~10-12 hours/week  Elite or highly competitive juniors could range up to ~600-800 hours/yearTraining for Junior Cyclists: How LUX Cycling Trains Juniors to Join World Tour Teams - CTSCase study: A Finnish junior’s eight-year road to cycling’s World TourBuilding An Annual Training Plan For CyclingTraining Periodization, Intensity Distribution, and Volume in Trained Cyclists: A Systematic ReviewGUESTSChris Hardee, Justin Mauch, and Ryan McKinney of DCDevoHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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• Rest Day vs Recovery Ride: Making Smart Recovery Choices (#251)

  OVERVIEWIs there a real benefit to a recovery ride or would you be better off just taking the day off completely? Both recovery rides and complete rest are beneficial, but the choice between the two depends on how fatigued you are, your mood, and what else you have going on in your life. Sports science says they accomplish the same thing and are essentially interchangeable. But there are absolutely times when Coach Adam Pulford recommends active recovery (easy ride, walking, yoga, etc.) and other times when he advocates for complete rest. Learn to make the right choice when it really matters in Episode 251 of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast".TOPICS COVEREDActive vs. Passive RecoveryWhen to choose complete rest or passive recoveryWhen to choose a recovery ride or active recoveryOff-the-bike active recoveryResearch on active vs. passive recovery effectivenessLINKS/RESOURCESPassive vs Active Recovery on Peak Sprint Power Production: https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0032-1331717Passive vs Active Recovery on MLSS Performance: https://cdnsciencepub.com/doi/abs/10.1139/h2012-105Passive vs Active Recovery:Passive Recovery Is Superior to Active Recovery During a High-Intensity Shock MicrocycleGood to Go Book: Christie AschwandenASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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• How to Train for Long Hill Climb Finishes (#250)

  OVERVIEWHow do you climb fast at the end of a race? Many road, gravel, and mountain bike events finish at the top of extended climbs. In Episode 250 of "The Time-Crunched Cyclist", a listener asks how to prepare for a 5-kilometer (3.1-mile) finishing climb at the end of a 2-3 hour race. Everything comes into play: aerobic fitness, power at lactate threshold (LT2), anaerobic capacity, VO2 max, durability, and tactical savvy. Coach Adam Pulford breaks it all down, tells you how and when to focus on specific aspects of fitness and conditioning, how to test durability, and finally, how to tactically take advantage of your fitness on race day.TOPICS COVEREDPhysical demands of hill climb finishes"Edge-finding" or fatigue resistance workoutsHow to test your durability with a workoutTrain "performance first"Train specificity lastWorkouts: OverUnders, Front Loaded Power Intervals, Speed Intervals, How to execute an effective taperRacing tactics on uphill finishesASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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