Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad RACE STRATEGY LESSONS FROM NATIONALS & TAHOE TRAIL 100 | Hannah Otto | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 541
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Jul 24, 2025 Hannah Otto, a professional cyclist for Scott Bikes and Pearl Izumi, shares her triumph after winning the Cross Country Marathon National Championships. She dives into her training regimen and the hydration strategies that helped her excel on a challenging course. The conversation extends to race-day execution, including power management and climbing techniques. Coach Jonathan also shares his experience at the Tahoe Trail 100, discussing pacing strategies that led to his qualification for Leadville 100. The episode wraps up with insights on navigating aid stations and racing dynamics.
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Hannah's Nationals Race Prep
- Hannah Otto encountered a 53-mile course with 7,500 feet of climbing, emphasizing technical single track.
- She trained specifically on technical East Coast-style trails and hydration strategies for hot, humid conditions.
Hydration Strategy with Sweat Testing
- Measure your sweat rate by weighing before and after rides, accounting for fluid and food intake.
- Plan to consume around 30 ounces per hour and 500-800 mg of sodium per liter to avoid more than 2% body weight loss.
Hydration Weight Trade-Off
- Carrying extra fluids adds weight and impacts power-to-weight ratio, creating a puzzle between hydration needs and bike weight.
- Athletes must balance fluid requirements against performance losses due to carrying extra weight.