The Roadman Cycling Podcast

How To Cycle Fast At A Lower Heart Rate With Dr Stephen Seiler

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Nov 4, 2024
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Stephen Seiler
Dr. Stephen Seiler is a pioneering exercise physiologist known for his groundbreaking research in endurance sports and the polarized training model. He discusses the 80/20 training model, emphasizing low-intensity training for endurance enhancement and lactate reduction. The conversation dives into the physiological mechanisms that allow athletes to cycle faster at lower heart rates, introducing concepts like Zone 2 training and 'green zone' training for optimal recovery. Dr. Seiler also explores the significance of ventilation measurements over traditional lactate testing for better training metrics.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 4min
2
Understanding Cycling Intensity Zones
04:18 • 6min
3
The Benefits of Low-Intensity Training for Endurance Athletes
10:15 • 5min
4
Finding the Green Zone: Balancing Intensity and Recovery
14:56 • 10min
5
Redefining Performance Metrics: From Lactate Testing to Ventilation Monitoring
25:17 • 3min
6
Ventilation vs. Lactate in Athletic Training
28:40 • 10min
7
Maximizing Training Efficiency with Limited Time
38:21 • 5min
8
Training Smarter, Not Harder
42:54 • 9min