Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad CYCLING TRAINING TIPS FROM A PRO | Alex Wild | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 509
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Jan 16, 2025 Join professional cyclist Alex Wild, known for his impressive performances in the Life Time Grand Prix and Cape Epic, as he shares valuable insights on training and racing. He discusses his goals for 2025 and debates the potential rule changes for the Life Time Grand Prix. Alex elaborates on training periodization strategies, emphasizes the importance of mental recovery post-race, and details his favorite workout types. Additionally, he offers nutrition tips tailored for competitive cycling and updates on equipment choices, catering to athletes looking to enhance their performance.
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Prioritizing World Championships
- Prioritize World Championships over Big Sugar if there's a scheduling conflict.
- Advocate for schedule changes or consider alternative race options to balance competing priorities.
World Championships and Schwamigan
- Alex Wild will participate in the Marathon MTB World Championships the weekend before Schwamigan.
- This allows for acclimatization to altitude and efficient scheduling, highlighting his strategic race planning.
Managing A Events
- Don't over-prioritize every A event.
- Allow for variance in peak performance to manage fatigue and optimize overall season performance.