Zone 2: Testing to personalize your Zone 2 and improve base training
Get ready to unravel the intricacies of Zone 2, LT1, LT2, lactate threshold, lab testing, and carb/fat oxidation with our head physiologist and CTS Premier Coach, Renee Eastman. This episode promises ...
1 Nov 202342min
Can Strategic Detraining Boost Long-Term Performance?
Ever wondered why athletes strategically take a break from rigorous training? With Coach Cliff Pittman, we examine the necessity of allowing your body and mind ample recovery time from a full season o...
25 Okt 202340min
Combining Strength Training and Cycling, for Time-Crunched Cyclists
Topics covered in this episode: Question 1: How to use Zone 3 training intensity to boost aerobic fitness?Question 2: How to combine strength training with cycling training?Why to lift weights and do ...
18 Okt 202318min
The Best Sports Drink Strategies for Cyclists, with Kristin Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD
Key topics in this episode: Quick review of sports drink ingredients Use cases for high carb drink mixesTemperature-related considerations for high carb drink mixesKristin's home-made drink mix recipe...
11 Okt 202336min
How to Get Faster with "Intensive" and "Extensive" Cycling Workouts
Topics covered in this episode: What are the characteristics of "intensive" vs. "extensive" intervals?What do these two types of intervals do differently for athletes?When should athletes use intensiv...
4 Okt 202318min
In-Season Training for Cyclocross, with Coach Jim Lehman
Key topics in this episode: Scheduling workouts between cyclocross races.Skills practice routines and tips for pre-season and during season.Race-and-recovery planning for a multi-week cyclocross serie...
27 Sep 202351min
Mastering Cyclocross Training Plans with Coach Jim Lehman
Key topics in this episode: How is cyclocross periodization different from road/MTB/gravel?When should cyclocross racers do base, build, and preparation periods before cyclocross season?Do amateur and...
20 Sep 202336min
Creatine for Time-Crunched Cyclist Performance (Plus Cognition & Concussion Recovery)
Topics covered in this episode: What creatine is and what it does in the bodyHow much creatine athletes need and when to supplementWhat types of activity are enhanced by high levels of creatine in the...
13 Sep 202334min
