The Roadman Cycling Podcast Training, Pacing, and Aero: John Archibald's Formula for TT Domination
On this episode of The Roadman Podcast, we sit down with British time trial specialist John Archibald to dive deep into the world of time trialing. John takes us through his meticulously structured training week when prepping for a big event, balancing the right mix of volume and intensity. He shares his go-to interval sessions, highlights the critical role of recovery, and discusses how he divides his training between indoor turbo sessions and outdoor road rides. We explore his strength training routine and get insights into his pacing strategies, power targets, and course recon techniques. John also reveals how he optimizes his bike setup and aero position for marginal gains and offers practical tips on race-day nutrition, fueling, and mental preparation. Whether you’re an amateur looking to improve your TT performance or a seasoned racer, this episode is packed with expert advice to take your time trialing to the next level.
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