The Peter Attia Drive #318 ‒ Cycling phenom and Tour de France champion Tadej Pogačar reveals his training strategies, on-bike nutrition, and future aspirations
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Sep 23, 2024 Tadej Pogačar, a three-time Tour de France champion, shares his secrets from the saddle. He discusses his 2020 victory and the lessons learned from tough years in 2022 and 2023. His training strategy includes intense simulations of steep climbs and a focus on heart rate and power metrics. Tadej highlights the importance of nutrition, detailing his offseason diet and carb intake during training. He also reflects on the challenges of racing dynamics and confidence rebuilding, offering a candid look into the life of a top-tier cyclist.
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Unexpected 2020 Win
- Tadej Pogačar wasn't expecting to win the 2020 Tour de France.
- He was initially aiming for a podium finish, riding as co-leader with Fabio Aru.
Realizing Podium Potential
- Pogačar realized he could secure second place after the Col de la Loze stage.
- He finished close behind Primož Roglič, while Miguel Ángel López won the stage.
Pressure-Free Time Trial
- Pogačar felt relaxed going into the final time trial, not expecting to win.
- He focused on having the lightest possible bike (6.8kg) for the climb.
