EPISODE · Jan 17, 2023 · 2H 4M
Watts Doc #42:The Relationship Between Size And Power
from Empirical Cycling Podcast · host Empirical Cycling
This episode investigates the scientific relationship between size and power (allometry), both vo2max and maximal strength and power, and what it can teach us about sound training methods. How do w/kg and w/CdA scale? Why can't gaining muscle add aerobic power? Why can FTP seem to drop when dieting? Why do we rebound from crash diets? Why do most Tour de France winners seem to fit a certain size and weight? We answer all these questions and more, plus your listener questions.
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Watts Doc #42:The Relationship Between Size And Power
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