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The Roadman Cycling Podcast

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

Nov 4, 2024
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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Quick takeaways

  • Dr. Stephen Seiler emphasizes that the 80/20 training model allows cyclists to build endurance by spending 80% of their time in low-intensity zones.
  • Improving aerobic capacity and understanding training zones can help athletes perform at higher intensities without succumbing to fatigue or lactate buildup.

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Physiological Mechanisms for Lower Heart Rate Cycling

Cyclists can achieve higher speeds at lower heart rates by optimizing the delivery and utilization of oxygen in the body. It starts with the ability to effectively move oxygen from the lungs into the blood and subsequently to the muscles. Key to this process is increasing the number of mitochondria in the muscles, which enhances the capacity to oxidize fat and reduce the buildup of metabolic byproducts that can hinder performance. Improving aerobic capacity allows endurance athletes to work at higher intensities without experiencing fatigue caused by lactate accumulation.

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