Single Events vs. Seasons, Commuting, Explosive Power & More – Ask a Cycling Coach 184

Training for a single event is straightforward, but what about a whole season of racing? Join us live for a discussion on this, fitting commuting into a training plan, how to build explosive power and more in Episode 184 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast!

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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

 

• Hydration tips for mountain biking
• Why locked out suspension might not actually be faster
• How to use skiing as cross-training for cycling
• Can sprinters be good triathletes?
• How to train for a whole season of racing
• How to build explosive power
• Does a more aero rider give less draft?
• How to cope with early morning workouts
• How to fit commuting into a training plan
• Should triathlon change its order?

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LINKS MENTIONED IN THE PODCAST

 

• Powder Creek Lodge: http://www.powdercreeklodge.com/
• How to Become a Faster Mountain Biker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GAaheigvgg
• Forum thread: Tips for early morning workouts: https://forum.trainerroad.com/t/early-morning-workouts/3122/10

 

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