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W/kg Myths, Specialty Training, Ultra-Endurance, and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 364

2022-05-19

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Power-to-weight ratios are a helpful indicator of performance potential, but they can wreak havoc on athlete’s expectations and mental state. Join us for a deep dive into why W/kg may not perfectly represent your potential, as well as discussions on the point of Specialty Phase training and how to use it, how to pace hilly ultra-endurance events and more!

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

(1:22) Maintaining traction on steep and loose climbs

(33:01) The best cycling kit options to own

(51:26) Why the Specialty Phase of training is important and how to use it

(1:07:14) How to know when you shouldn’t do a workout outside / tips to hit your power targets outside

(1:19:48) What w/kg do you need to be competitive

(1:58:51) Pacing Ultra-Endurance events with lots of climbing

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