James Spragg
Sports scientist and coach with experience as a professional cyclist. Currently a PhD candidate at the University of Cape Town researching fatigue in professional cyclists.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 20min
James Spragg, PhD | EP#425
Cycling coach James Spragg discusses durability in cycling, intensity's impact on power profile, and critical power as a marker of performance physiology. The relationship between training characteristics and durability is explored, along with identifying when to work on different parts of the power-duration curve.
Sep 20, 2022 • 52min
#45 - James Spragg - The Physiology of Durability, Testing Fatigue Resistance, The Fourth Endurance Parameter
James Spragg is a seasoned sports scientist and coach with a rich background as a professional cyclist and a PhD candidate focusing on fatigue in cycling. He dives into the complexities of fatigue, emphasizing its impact on performance and the need for effective testing protocols. The conversation also explores the role of technologies like the Moxie Monitor in understanding tissue oxygen levels. Slow-twitch muscle fibers are highlighted for their crucial role in enhancing endurance, along with insights into how to effectively translate research into practical coaching strategies.
