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Performance Cycling Podcast is a long-form podcast where two avid bike racers discuss the science behind their sport in a casual but technical way
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Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
It's the hot part of the year if you're in the northern hemisphere and heat stress is a serious concern. Todd and Jason discuss some of the science behind riding in hot weather and the influence of humidity on the dangers of heat stroke.
Show Notes:
Keynote Horse Temperature/Humidity Study
Sauna - Dementia and Alzheimer's Middle-aged Finnish men
Athlete Sauna Study 1
Athlete Sauna Study 2
Latest Article: Upgrade Your USA Cycling Category - 5 Tips to Maximize Upgrade Points Fast in 2020
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Friday Aug 21, 2020
Friday Aug 21, 2020
When you compare the training response of two groups, one high carb and one low carb keto, do they differ? Jason presents a study on high carb and low carb keto athletes who trained for 12 weeks then completed a 100km time trial with 3 minutes all out at the end. How did the two groups fair? What does this study tell us about using a keto diet as part of our training.
Show Notes:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29108901/
Latest Article: Upgrade Your USA Cycling Category - 5 Tips to Maximize Your Upgrade Points Fast in 2020
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Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Building on the Prime Lap from last week, let's wrap our heads around polarized training. This training methodology shows greater response in fitness parameters than other, more intuitive approaches to training. Polarized training isn't some crazy unrealistic protocol for professional cyclists, it's something we can all implement on moderate training hours.
Show Notes:
Open Access Keynote study for episode
Training Intensity Distribution study
Speed skating study
Ironman athlete study
Latest Article: How Cycling Uses the Hamstrings
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Friday Aug 14, 2020
Friday Aug 14, 2020
What changes when you ride out of the saddle? Today, Jason presents two studies on the characteristics of riding out of the saddle at different cadences and intensities. Our team discusses the rocking motion some riders do when standing and the potential for a performance benefit from it.
Show Notes:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31996561/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32472929/
Latest Article: Hip Flexors
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Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Today's discussion is on how micronutrients fit into the diet of a cyclist. There are many micronutrients and they all have a purpose within the body, but how should we go about making sure we get them all? Todd and Jason give their opinion.
Latest Article: The Definitive Guide to Pre-Exercise Dynamic Stretching
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Friday Aug 07, 2020
Friday Aug 07, 2020
Todd presents a study on the difference in response to a polarized training versus more traditional training approaches.
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Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Todd and Jason tackle a user-generated question! How can I improve my FTP on only 5-6 hours per week? Our hosts talks about important considerations and provide a sample periodized workout plan.
Latest Article: Lower Body Movement Patterns
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Friday Jul 31, 2020
Friday Jul 31, 2020
For some of us, virtual racing is our only chance to compete this year; Todd and Jason give their opinions.
Latest Article: Always Bring Two CO2
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Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
In this episode, Todd and Jason hone in on how macronutrients fit into the puzzle of nutrition for cycling. Going over protein, carbs, and fat, you'll leave this episode equipped with the tools to make good decisions at your next meal to maximize your energy and recovery.
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Friday Jul 24, 2020
Friday Jul 24, 2020
Todd and Jason discuss a study on the effects of dynamic stretching. Can a short bout of dynamic stretching prior to your workouts and races provide a benefit?
Show Notes:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24438386/
Latest Article: Essential Items for a Training Ride
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