Breaking down sports science studies to help you become a Faster Cyclist and Endurance Athlete
How much should you vary your efforts in a cycling time trial? Triathletes and time trial cyclists have often heard the pacing strategy, “Push more into a hill or a headwind.” Other wisdom includes, “Make sure you negative split.” But what do the data models say? Does surging into a higher aerobic zone or even … Read more
SUMMARY FINDINGS This research study found that trained cyclists who performed endurance training in warm conditions (33°C or 92°F) showed greater improvements in performance and cellular adaptations compared to cyclists training in cooler conditions (18°C or 64°F). We all know that training in the heat for a race in the heat is important for heat adaptation. However, this study … Read more