Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad WHY YOUR ZONE 2 TRAINING ISN’T WORKING — AND HOW TO FIX IT | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 531
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May 15, 2025 Tobin Ortenblad, a skilled gravel and mountain bike racer for Santa Cruz ht.sqd, shares his insights on tackling Zone 2 training issues. He discusses common pitfalls that hinder performance and offers strategies to enhance endurance. The conversation veers into race tactics, the value of skill work, and the importance of using technology for accurate fitness assessments. Tobin also emphasizes the significance of personal growth and managing expectations in cycling, all while keeping the mood light with humorous observations about sock styles and race dynamics.
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Tobin's Brutal Breakaway Effort
- Tobin Ortenblad recalls a race where he and Tyler Williams worked together to bring back a breakaway.
- Their effort involved sustained pulls at 380-430 watts for about 40 minutes, exhausting Tobin completely.
Gravel Racing Requires Constant Effort
- Gravel racing tactics differ significantly from road racing tactics due to nonstop effort and selection-based racing.
- In gravel, there is rarely a 'free ride'; you must survive each surge or selection to stay competitive.
Interval Structure for Zone Two Training
- Use structured zones in endurance rides to stay honest and push consistently in zone two.
- Break long endurance rides into intervals of focused effort and recovery to maintain steady pedal pressure and build efficiency.