THIS is the story behind developing an effective, motivating, and personalized interval session, the perfect booster for VO2 max. I have analyzed many heart rate and power files from cycling races during the last few years. I have spent time focusing on the most decisive moments during cycling races, for example, the moment when you […]
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The New Year has arrived, and this is the perfect time to set new goals and targets. So why don’t you challenge yourself to improve your overall cycling skills and performance? Here are ten failsafe ways to boost your performance in 2011. 1 – Take responsibility for your own training Take the bull by the
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In the last couple of weeks, I have covered the importance of VO2 max intervals. Even though VO2 max is an essential physiological skill, threshold power is even more crucial. The total power output at your threshold power is often a lot more critical than the absolute number at VO2 max. That also explains why
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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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It is all about making the decision. Should 2009 be your best season ever – yes or no? If the answer is yes, please continue reading. Making 2009 your best season is a good decision, and more importantly, you have decided at the right time. Usually, I recommend serious training to begin in November with
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