Welcome to my series: VO2 Max Booster ProgramThis training program will dramatically boost your race performance in only 14 days. Any cyclist can use the training program, but riders with an SRM or PowerTap mounted on their bike will get the best value. It is good to know your starting point whenever you begin a […]
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I have previously described what cyclists can learn from marathon runners. Effective use of training planning, goal setting, and tapering protocols make marathon runners look more serious in my eyes than many road cyclists. However, there are more lessons that cyclists have to learn from runners, so keep reading! In my recent posts about VO2
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I keep teaching you that VO2 max is the key to success in road cycling. Your maximal aerobic power has such a significant influence on your race performance that every serious cyclist should include VO2 max intervals in their training plan. If these previous posts about the benefits of VO2 max training still haven’t convinced
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The basic rule of training is to train what you aim for. Interval training with an intensity close to your maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max) is the most secure way to improve your VO2 max. Elite riders must do VO2max intervals The closer the intensity is to 100% of VO2max, the better training you get.
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For a cyclist, a solid aerobic engine is essential. When you go for a ride, you stimulate your aerobic system, but stimulation depends on the intensity. Therefore, trained cyclists need a greater absolute and relative workload to improve the VO2 max. Thus, if you are an experienced rider, doing hard intervals or races is necessary
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