Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad

• RAISE YOUR FTP WITH LESS TRAINING | Cycling Coaching Deep Dive | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 515

  Try TrainerRoad risk-free! 👉 www.TrainerRoad.comJoin the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub // SHARE AND RATE THE PODCAST!iTunes: https://trainerroad.cc/apple2 Spotify: https://trainerroad.cc/spotify2 Google Podcasts: https://trainerroad.cc/google// TOPICS COVERED(00:00) Welcome!(04:14) Training Insights and Strategies(05:54) Crazy Zwift Club Stats!(09:33) Why Hasn’t His FTP Gone Up??(11:55) FTP Testing Methods and Insights(29:57) Understanding FTP and CTL(31:16) How Alfred got a higher FTP with lower volume(33:53) Post-Workout Surveys and Their Benefits(35:12) Master's Plan and Key Workouts(38:16) VO2 Max Workout Problems(42:00) Avoiding Common Training Mistakes(58:04) Consistency and Carbs: Keys to SuccessCoach Jonathan and Nate Pearson discuss how to raise your Functional Threshold Power (FTP) with less training volume but better results. Using Alfred's training data as a case study, they delve into the effectiveness of structured training versus unstructured group rides and VO2 max workouts. They also highlight the importance of consistency, carbohydrate intake, and the role of post-workout surveys in optimizing performance. Learn actionable tips for maximizing your cycling gains and join the conversation in the comments below to have your own training analyzed!// RESOURCES MENTIONED- Zwift Club Stats on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DGwACWhy-OQ/?img_index=1 - Mauna Kea Podcast: https://www.trainerroad.com/blog/ask-a-cycling-coach-episode-124-mauna-kea-training-while-traveling-5-strength-training-exercises-and-more/- Polarized + Pyramidal Study: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-024-02149-3 - Sign up for TrainerRoad! https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster- Join the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub // TRY TRAINERROAD RISK FREE FOR 30 DAYS!https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster TrainerRoad is the #1 cycling training app. No other cycling app is more effective. Over 17,000 positive reviews, a 4.9 star App Store rating.// HELPFUL LINKS- Have a question for the podcast? Ask here: https://trainerroad.cc/3HTFXNi- Watch our latest Cycling Science Explained video now! https://youtu.be/z2HXE1-il_Q - TrainerRoad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainerroad/- TrainerRoad Forum: https://trainerroad.cc/3uHvLnE- TrainerRoad on Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/trainerroad- TrainerRoad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerRd- TrainerRoad on X: https://www.x.com/TrainerRoad - Learn more about TrainerRoad: https://trainerroad.cc/3LBb5Ur- Learn more about Adaptive Training: https://trainerroad.cc/35Tqtea - Listen to the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3JmKrN5- Listen to the Science of Getting Faster Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3LpuIhP- Training Blog: https://trainerroad.cc/3gCdNdN

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• Nutrition Tips for Cyclists from Registered Dietician Alex Larson | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 514

  Try TrainerRoad risk-free! 👉 www.TrainerRoad.comJoin the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub // SHARE AND RATE THE PODCAST!iTunes: https://trainerroad.cc/apple2 Spotify: https://trainerroad.cc/spotify2 Google Podcasts: https://trainerroad.cc/google// TOPICS COVERED(00:00:00) Welcome!(00:00:28) Alex Larson's Training Journey(00:04:19) Balancing Training and Family Life(00:09:52) Nutrition Strategies for Late Night Workouts(00:18:58) Fueling and Recovery Insights from Alex(00:30:21) Jonathan's Recovery Nutrition(00:33:54) Navigating Weight and Self-Perception(00:36:46) The Impact of Injury on Weight and Self-Image(00:39:39) Exciting Announcements and Upcoming Events!(00:40:51) Listener Questions: Nutrition and Weight Loss(00:42:33) Artificial Sweeteners and Cycling(00:48:20) Budget-Friendly Nutrition for Cyclists(00:58:49) Sustainable Weight Loss StrategiesIn today's episode, Coach Jonathan is joined by registered dietitian Alex Larson to discuss practical and effective ways to optimize your nutrition and training as a cyclist. They dive into Alex's personal training journey, her impressive FTP increase, and how she manages her diet and training around a busy family life. Jonathan and Alex also address listener questions on artificial sweeteners, budget-friendly nutrition items for on the bike, and strategies for safe and sustainable weight loss. Learn how to tailor your diet to your training needs and improve your performance on the bike. Don't miss this insightful episode packed with practical advice and expert tips. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!// RESOURCES MENTIONED- Alex Larson Nutrition: https://alexlarsonnutrition.com/ - Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexlarsonnutrition - Sign up for TrainerRoad! https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster- Join the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub // TRY TRAINERROAD RISK FREE FOR 30 DAYS!https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster TrainerRoad is the #1 cycling training app. No other cycling app is more effective. Over 17,000 positive reviews, a 4.9 star App Store rating.// HELPFUL LINKS- Have a question for the podcast? Ask here: https://trainerroad.cc/3HTFXNi- Watch our latest Cycling Science Explained video now! https://youtu.be/z2HXE1-il_Q - TrainerRoad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainerroad/- TrainerRoad Forum: https://trainerroad.cc/3uHvLnE- TrainerRoad on Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/trainerroad- TrainerRoad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerRd- TrainerRoad on X: https://www.x.com/TrainerRoad - Learn more about TrainerRoad: https://trainerroad.cc/3LBb5Ur- Learn more about Adaptive Training: https://trainerroad.cc/35Tqtea - Listen to the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3JmKrN5- Listen to the Science of Getting Faster Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3LpuIhP- Training Blog: https://trainerroad.cc/3gCdNdN

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• Racing Smart & Overcoming Mental Blocks | Pro Tips with Hannah Otto | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 513

  Try TrainerRoad risk-free! 👉 www.TrainerRoad.comJoin the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub // SHARE AND RATE THE PODCAST!iTunes: https://trainerroad.cc/apple2 Spotify: https://trainerroad.cc/spotify2 Google Podcasts: https://trainerroad.cc/google// TOPICS COVERED(00:00:00) Introduction and Guest Introduction(00:01:11) Mediterranean Epic Overview(00:03:27) Race Strategy and Goals(00:09:27) Warmup Techniques and Insights(00:21:12) Nutrition Strategies(00:25:14) Mental and Physical Recovery(00:29:36) Dealing with Flats and Mechanical Issues(00:40:16) Should Amateurs Not Race with Pros?(00:46:10) Racing Tactics and Strengths(00:52:19) The Importance of Data in Racing(01:02:28) Mental Blocks and Overcoming Challenges(01:21:40) Recovery and Future PlansIn today's Ask a Cycling Coach podcast, Hannah Otto joins TrainerRoad to share insights from her recent Mediterranean Epic race experience. Jonathan and Hannah cover everything from strategic racing details to overcoming mental blocks and discuss testing nutrition and recovery approaches. Hannah also shares valuable tactical advice, mental strategies for marked racers, and explores how bike computer data can influence race-day decisions. Tune in for actionable takeaways, motivation, and more! Drop your questions for upcoming guests in the comments below!// RESOURCES MENTIONED- Sign up for TrainerRoad! https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster- Join the TrainerRoad Zwift Club 🚴 https://trainerroad.cc/trzwiftclub - Hannah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehannahotto// TRY TRAINERROAD RISK FREE FOR 30 DAYS!https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster TrainerRoad is the #1 cycling training app. No other cycling app is more effective. Over 17,000 positive reviews, a 4.9 star App Store rating.// HELPFUL LINKS- Have a question for the podcast? Ask here: https://trainerroad.cc/3HTFXNi- Watch our latest Cycling Science Explained video now! https://youtu.be/z2HXE1-il_Q - TrainerRoad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainerroad/- TrainerRoad Forum: https://trainerroad.cc/3uHvLnE- TrainerRoad on Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/trainerroad- TrainerRoad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerRd- TrainerRoad on X: https://www.x.com/TrainerRoad - Learn more about TrainerRoad: https://trainerroad.cc/3LBb5Ur- Learn more about Adaptive Training: https://trainerroad.cc/35Tqtea - Listen to the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3JmKrN5- Listen to the Science of Getting Faster Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3LpuIhP- Training Blog: https://trainerroad.cc/3gCdNdN

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• ZWIFT + TrainerRoad Integration is LIVE! | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 512

  Zwift + TrainerRoad – It’s Finally Here! 🥳Join us today for a Happy Hour Zwift Ride: https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4830567Join the TrainerRoad Zwift Club: https://www.zwift.com/clubs/c85b96b9-d756-4946-8581-16ab1dc7e4bd/joinRSVP for the TR x Zwift Group Ride: https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4801567Learn more in the TrainerRoad Forum: https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/zwift-trainerroad-integration-is-live/100555Get the right workout every time in Zwift!📆If you follow a Training Plan, your scheduled workouts will show up in the “For You” section of Zwift every day, and TrainerRoad will automatically adapt your plan in the background so all you have to do is open Zwift and train!🧠 If you don’t follow a training plan, TrainerRoad will analyze all of your training in the background and give you an AI-recommended workout every day.🎽 Anybody with a TrainerRoad account gets the TrainerRoad kit, and we think it’s the best looking kit in the game ;)🤝 You can join the TrainerRoad Zwift Club for group rides, races, and an awesome group of cyclists that want to get faster just like you.It’s serious training and serious fun, together at last!It’s live for all TrainerRoad and Zwift Subscribers!Sign up and connect your accounts now at https://www.TrainerRoad.com

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• WHY YOUR FTP IS DROPPING | Cycling Coaching Deep Dive | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 511

  Try TrainerRoad risk-free! 👉 www.TrainerRoad.com   // SHARE AND RATE THE PODCAST! iTunes: https://trainerroad.cc/apple2  Spotify: https://trainerroad.cc/spotify2  Google Podcasts: https://trainerroad.cc/google // TOPICS COVERED (00:00) Welcome! (00:29) Analyzing Mattheu’s FTP Drop (01:19) The Connection Between FTP and TSS (03:03) How Consistency Affects FTP (05:38) Structured vs. Unstructured Workouts (07:58) Monthly Breakdown of Training (15:56) Tips to Raise Your FTP In today's episode, Coach Jonathan  dives into the detailed analysis of an athlete's training calendar to understand why their FTP has been decreasing despite continued training. Jonathan analyzes his training stress score (TSS), structured workouts, outdoor rides, rest weeks, and consistency. Jonathan highlights the importance of following structured plans, avoiding workout stacking, respecting fatigue detection, and staying consistent in training. Discover practical insights and recommendations for improving your training and FTP in this informative episode. Drop a comment below if you want your TrainerRoad account analyzed! // RESOURCES MENTIONED - Sign up for TrainerRoad! https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster // TRY TRAINERROAD RISK FREE FOR 30 DAYS! https://trainerroad.cc/GetFaster TrainerRoad is the #1 cycling training app. No other cycling app is more effective. Over 17,000 positive reviews, a 4.9 star App Store rating. // HELPFUL LINKS - Have a question for the podcast? Ask here: https://trainerroad.cc/3HTFXNi - Watch our latest Cycling Science Explained video now! https://youtu.be/z2HXE1-il_Q  - TrainerRoad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trainerroad/ - TrainerRoad Forum: https://trainerroad.cc/3uHvLnE - TrainerRoad on Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/trainerroad - TrainerRoad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerRd - TrainerRoad on X: https://www.x.com/TrainerRoad  - Learn more about TrainerRoad: https://trainerroad.cc/3LBb5Ur - Learn more about Adaptive Training: https://trainerroad.cc/35Tqtea  - Listen to the Successful Athletes Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3JmKrN5 - Listen to the Science of Getting Faster Podcast: https://trainerroad.cc/3LpuIhP - Training Blog: https://trainerroad.cc/3gCdNdN

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