IS OVERTRAINING A MYTH?? | Pro Cyclist Hannah Otto | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 529

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(00:00) Welcome!

(00:40) Training Between Races

(01:34) Mediterranean Epic and Training Insights

(05:11) Cadence and Bike Setup

(08:06) Tucson Training Block

(10:13) Sea Otter Race Challenges

(16:04) Mental Resilience and Moving Forward

(21:29) Upcoming Races and Strategy

(25:48) Listener Questions and Training Tips

(39:28) Building Confidence in Your Choices

(42:02) Managing Social Media's Impact on Athletes

(49:39) Finding the Ideal Brake Lever Angle

(57:05) Balancing Training and Recovery

(59:24) Optimizing Training for Better Performance

Coach Jonathan Lee and pro cyclist Hannah Otto discuss the delicate balance of training and recovery. Hannah shares her insights on training strategies, managing social media during race weeks, and bike setup tips for optimal performance. The episode also includes a deep dive into an athlete's training calendar to identify areas for improvement, revealing the benefits of structuring your workouts and focusing on recovery.

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