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FasCat Cycling Training Tips Podcast

Why Sweet Spot is Better Than Zone 2

Apr 25, 2025
26:47

In this episode, I break down six powerful physiological adaptations you get more of by training in the Sweet Spot than Zone 2—and back it up with the science to prove it.

Watch this podcast with visual graphs and images on our youTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Li0qV9RXksU

From boosting mitochondrial function to improving fatigue resistance, you’ll learn why Sweet Spot training earns more ‘x’s’ on our chart and why it’s the go-to strategy for time-crunched athletes training under 12 hours a week (even 6-8!).

Stick around to the end, where I cover the limitations of Sweet Spot and what to combine it with for well-rounded, effective training.

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