Key topics in this episode:General nutrition guidelines for endurance cyclingNutrition differences for dynamic vs. steady cycling events (e.g. road/crit vs. gravel/ultraendurance)Fueling and hydration tips for short vs. long vs. ultra distancesRoles of intensity, temperature, distance, and technical courses on nutrition and hydration strategiesTips for eating and drinking while riding on unstable surfacesCarrying food vs. aid station stop strategies during gravel racesASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTGuestJason Siegle has quietly become one of the top cycling coaches at CTS and in the cycling coaching profession. As an athlete he was a professional mountain bike racer and road racer. He has been a CTS Coach for more than 10 years, working with a diverse set of athletes that range from beginners to professionals. One of Jason's higher profile athletes is Olympian and NBA Hall of Fame inductee, Reggie Miller.HostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Questions and topics covered in this episode:How can I improve sleep quality and stop waking up multiple times per nightCan I split a 4-hour ride into two 2-hour rides or should I keep it one long rideHow can I increase flexibility in my low back and hips for improved bike fitDo the principles of training density apply outside of cycling-specific training?ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.LinksEpisode 135 on Training DensityCoach Jason Koop's article on Training DensityEpisode 123: Off-the-Bike Training: Body, Brain, and Breath Training with Erin Carson Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Key topics in this episode:What is a Zone 2 plateau?What's happening when CTL and Ramp Rate flatten?How long does it take for a Zone 2 plateau to develop?What to do once you plateau from Zone 2 training?ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Key topics in this episode:What are the meaningful differences, from a training perspective, between gravel and road racing?Pacing and effort characteristics between gravel and road racingNutrition and support differences between gravel and road racesTime-Crunched training for road races vs. gravel racesKey Time-Crunched Cyclist workouts for developing gravel-specific fitnessKey Time-Crunched Cyclist workouts for developing road racing fitnessASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTGuestJason Siegle has quietly become one of the top cycling coaches at CTS and in the cycling coaching profession. As an athlete he was a professional mountain bike racer and road racer. He has been a CTS Coach for more than 10 years, working with a diverse set of athletes that range from beginners to professionals. One of Jason's higher profile athletes is Olympian and NBA Hall of Fame inductee, Reggie Miller.HostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

Key topics in this episode:Prioritizing training frequency vs. duration vs. intensityKey workouts for maintaining fitness while travelingKey training zones for preventing loss of aerobic fitness during periods of severely reduced training availability ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTHostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete