There are a number of methods to periodise a training build up for an event. Some of the more prominent coaches and academics in this…
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It’s a Fine Line Between Listening to Your Body and Training Through an Injury
If you have a question you would like me to answer, click on this link here. This is a response to a question from a…
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What are the Consequences of Missing a Workout?
What are the consequences of missing a workout? Although this isn’t a common question the implications of the answer affect anyone following a training plan. A training plan is only as good as the adherence to this plan. As a result I am often asked “What do I do if I miss a session?” but before I answer the more common question I will explain what I refer to as the ‘Why factor’. The ‘Why factor’ will help provide you with the information as to why that is the case.
View More What are the Consequences of Missing a Workout?Is More Training Better?
Is more training better? How much is too much? How hard is too hard? I’m feeling good so I should push myself hard today. All…
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3 Little Pigs
The 3 little pigs is a children’s story about how 3 little pigs work together to be better than the big bad wolf. Independently the big bad wolf has it over them.
In the same way that the 3 little pigs work together, your cycle sessions each week need to work together to develop your overall fitness, so that the big bad wolf doesn’t huff and puff.
Periodisation of Training: Weekly Periodisation Part 2
This is the second part of the article on Weekly Periodisation: the first can be found here. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4…
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Periodisation is a term used by coaches and sports scientists alike to describe the concept of varying training load and/or stimulus to maximise the benefits…
View More Periodisation of Training: Weekly Periodisation Part 1Rest and Recovery: How to Recover from Racing and Training Better
Does your training and racing leave you tired and shattered? Want to get back up and going quicker after events or training sessions?
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Training Intensity
How do you know what intensity you should be training at? At different training intensities, your body will receive different training effects? What level is right for what?
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