SPC022 - How to Make Your Indoor Training Easier and More Efficient

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SPC022 - How to Make Your Indoor Training Easier and More Efficient

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Nov 26, 2012

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Making training easier and more efficient is all about perceived effort compared to power output. I explore this idea with the latest indoor trainers and their super powerful software. It's amazing what's out there!

Released:

Nov 26, 2012

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Whether you are just starting out, or an experienced rider, Semi-Pro Cycling helps you get the right advice at the right time. Save wasted hours. Make the most of your training time.

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SPC004 - Should You Change Your Pedalling Technique?: This episode looks at Lance Armstrongs toes down, high cadence style and the questions, why does he do it, and should you do it too? by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC034 - A Glimpse into the Future of Indoor Training with Nate Pearson from Trainer Road: Group rides, racing and coaching with live voice, data and video are coming! It's is an exciting time to be a cyclist, especially if you spend time training indoors. Nate Pearson enlightens us this week on the future of Trainer Road and indoor training. by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC047 - The Power of Habit Design: Habits are so ingrained into your cycling on and off the bike-it's important to create and modify habits that will lead to you being a better cyclist. Habit loops and keystone habits are two elements that will get you working better when your on autom... by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC022 - How to Make Your Indoor Training Easier and More Efficient

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