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The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
Episode 175: The Training Season Starts Soon. Are You Ready to Go?
Dec 20, 2023
Coach Adam Pulford and special guest, CTS Coach Jim Rutberg, discuss the concept of training readiness and how to assess it. They explore the accuracy and usefulness of wearable devices, the influence of athlete phenotype, and the importance of self-awareness in training. The podcast also covers indicators of training readiness, transitioning into a new season, and the significance of downtime for mental and physical preparation.
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- Training readiness involves assessing both mental and physical freshness and combining objective metrics with self-awareness and subjective evaluations.
- Data from platforms like Training Peaks and WKO can aid in assessing training readiness both in the short term and the long term, considering an athlete's phenotype, fitness level, and individual responses to training stress balance.
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Understanding Training Readiness
Training readiness refers to being sufficiently recovered to benefit from training and being able to perform the required training based on the day's goals. It involves assessing both mental and physical freshness and ensuring that they align with the training demands. While wearable devices and data provide valuable information, they can also be misleading if not used correctly. It is essential to combine these objective metrics with self-awareness and subjective evaluations. Athletes should regularly check in with themselves, considering factors like sleep quality, mood, recovery status, and motivation. By cultivating self-awareness and listening to their bodies, athletes can make informed decisions about their training readiness.
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