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Episode 190: Is Your FTP Maxed Out? And Does Bike Weight Factor Into Power-to-Weight Ratio?

Episode 190: Is Your FTP Maxed Out? And Does Bike Weight Factor Into Power-to-Weight Ratio?

FromThe Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS


Episode 190: Is Your FTP Maxed Out? And Does Bike Weight Factor Into Power-to-Weight Ratio?

FromThe Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Apr 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Questions/Topics Covered In This Episode:How much difference will it make if I train on a heavy bike and race on a light bikeWhy Total System Weight mattersCheapest way to lower total system weightHow do I know if I've maxed out my Functional Threshold Power?Have you maxed out training volume or intensity?How to lengthen rides and use mini-campsWhat to do when you can't add more timePolarized training to pull FTP upRESOURCES- Total System Weight Calculator: https://www.broleur.com/hill-climb-calculator/- Trainright Membership: https://trainright.com/membership/- Episode 48 with Dr. Stephen Seiler: https://youtu.be/KfvRy_b1z2k- Episode 164 on Extensive and Intensive interval training: https://youtu.be/S-95GTC52mAASK 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
Released:
Apr 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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It's difficult to balance a full-time job with endurance training and achieving peak performance. Each week, we interview top cycling and running coaches, fitness experts, and exercise scientists to uncover the best training tips and strategies you can apply to your own training program and workouts. Whether you're an experienced athlete or beginner cyclist or runner, listen in to learn the best methods for becoming a stronger, fitter athlete in less time.