How to Analyse Your Cycling Performance ft. Leading Scientist David Bailey | JOIN Masterclass #1

In this episode Patrick Broe and Jim van den Berg, CEO of JOIN Cycling, sit down with David Bailey, Head of Performance Support at Israel Premier-Tech to discuss data analysis in cycling. The trio cover what data and metrics actually matter for evaluating your performance as a cyclist, as well as the following:- Does FTP really matter for an amateur cyclist?- Should you track your heart rate or something subjective like RPE?- How to analyse a whole block of training?- What are the key metrics to focus on for a single ride?This is the first episode in our multi-part masterclass series, bringing amateur cyclists both the basics and deep insights from the professional peloton about how to improve as a cyclist. For upcoming episodes in this series check out the link here - https://join.cc/campaigns/masterclass.Timestamps:0:00 | Introduction4:15 | How to understand basic and intermediate performance data eg average power vs normalised power, intensity factor etc16:30 | When evaluating or analysing a single ride, what are the key metrics for a cyclist to look at?25:30 | When analysing a block of training or a rider’s overall fitness, how should one go about that? What metrics really matter and give the most information?35:35 | How and why would you look at fatigue resistance?43:40 | Does FTP really matter for the average cyclist, or even professional cyclists? Should riders look at their power curve instead? 51:10 | How do you see the future for data analysis? Is compound score a thing for example?1:05:30 | Key TakeawaysOur merch has dropped! Custom designs painstakingly crafted by Louemans on t-shirts, mugs and hats with all your favourite catchphrases from the podcast. Check it out at ⁠⁠https://shop.lanternerouge.com⁠⁠If you enjoy LRCP please support us by subscribing and leaving us a like and comment! You can also send us a tip here https://ko-fi.com/lanternerougecyclingpodcast 🤗LRCPhttps://twitter.com/LanterneRougeCPhttps://shows.acast.com/6565736dd2e37200126fbf93Lanterne Rougehttps://www.youtube.com/c/LanterneRougeCyclinghttps://www.instagram.com/the_lanterne_rouge_https://www.twitter.com/LanterneRougeYTBenji Naesenhttps://www.youtube.com/c/BenjiNaesenTVhttps://www.instagram.com/benjinaesenhttps://www.twitter.com/BenjiNaesen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.