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Cadence Economy and Effects of Different RPM’s

The Graph below shows the relationship between peak crank torque, crank velocity (i.e. cadence) and power output during short duration (<10s) maximal cycling in two separate subjects (solid and dashed lines). Figure used with permission from J Appl Physiol. 51   Based … Continue reading

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Tour de France Riders Time Trial Data from 1998 & 1999

Pro Cyclist Data from Time Trials in the 1998 & 99 Tour de France. This data was taken from rider who all finished in the top Ten in the TT Stages. TT1 TT2 TT3 Subject’s data are shown as mean … Continue reading

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A general training model for the road cyclist

A general training model for the road cyclist The training model presented here is based on the concepts and methods of New Zealand Olympic running coach Arthur Lydiard (1917-2004). With slight modifications, these can be summarized as follows: 1. Performance … Continue reading

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The Cyclist’s Training Bible (3rd Edition) Review

Joe Friel has been involved in training and coaching highly successful athletes since the early 1980’s. He holds a master’s degree in Exercise Science and is a USA Triathlon and USA Cycling Certified Coach. He is also a columnist for … Continue reading

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Training an Racing with a Power Meter (2nd Ed) Review

The Authors of this book are Hunter Allen and Andrew Coggan PhD. Hunter Allen is an elite cycling coach, former professional cyclist and owner of the Peaks Coaching Group. Andrew Coggan is an exercise physiologist and author of numerous articles … Continue reading

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Winter Training Session 17th & 18th December

Saturday 17th December  Session Session:                                                           Monthly Test Protocol Time Description %FTP %FTHR Warm-up 30 min Easy @ 90 – 110rpm 55-75 70-83 3×1 min  (1 min reco) Fast @ 100+rpm <80 <90 5 min Easy @ 90 – 110rpm <60 … Continue reading

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12-Week Winter Training Program by Jesper Bondo Medhus

About the Author: Jesper Bondo Medhus is the medical doctor and cycling coach helping cyclists to ride faster with less training. He has compiled a very successful e-book with his best training techniques for time limited athletes. Sports  Exercise Engineering … Continue reading

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