EPISODE · Feb 21, 2024 · 47 MIN
Episode 184: Best Workouts to Improve Pedal Stroke
from The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS · host CTS
Topics in This Episode:Recap of "Science of a Great Pedal Stroke" podcast (Episode 183)Why cyclists should train the full range of cadences"Normal" cadence ranges for different types of cyclingHow to train different cadences (low, high, high + high power)Fast Pedal workout (high cadence, low power)Muscle Tension workout (low cadence, high torque)Power Intervals (high cadence, high power)Sprinting!Resources:Youtube video of this episodeYoutube video of episode 183 (includes visuals described in audio version)Articles: Everything to Know About Pedaling to Maximize Your Cycling PowerWhy and When to Use Low-Cadence Intervals in Cycling Training Cycling Cadence: How Fast Should You Pedal for Ideal PerformanceResearch: Influence of duty cycle on the time course of muscle fatigue and the onset of neuromuscular compensation during exhaustive dynamic isolated limb exerciseOptimal cadence selection during cycling : review article | International SportMed JournalASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTGuest: Charlie LivermoreCharlie Livermore first worked in Pro Cycling in 1989 with the Wheaties-Schwinn Cycling Team. Then he worked with Chris Carmichael at USA Cycling before spending three years with the Coors Lite Cycling Team, and finally seven years at the helm of the Volvo/Cannondale Pro MTB Team. In 2004, Charlie founded and operated a cycling performance center in Northern California. In 2006 he co-founded Continuum Sports, the management company of the BMC Pro Cycling Team. He joined CTS as a coach in 2011.HostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 14 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
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Topics in This Episode: Recap of "Science of a Great Pedal Stroke" podcast (Episode 183)Why cyclists should train the full range of cadences"Normal" cadence ranges for different types of cyclingHow to train different cadences (low, high, high + high power)Fast Pedal workout (high cadence, low power)Muscle Tension workout (low cadence, high torque)Power Intervals (high cadence, high power)Sprinting!Resources: Youtube video of this episodeYoutube video of episode 183 (includes visuals des...
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