Host topics covered on this episode:

2:05 Is there a correlation between core strength and FTP? At what point does this correlation end and should we be prescribing core strength exercises to all athletes?

"Core Strength Increases FTP?" thread.

https://groups.google.com/g/wattage/c/UlfL_IzVWYg/m/Ty8Y1TrdzboJ

30:05 What is the purpose behind VO2 max tests? When should athletes use them and what can we learn from them?

47:40 Rest weeks. What are the differences between an ‘easy week’ and a ‘free week’? Which points in the season should these be implemented and what benefits might they provide to the athlete. Is there any physiological rationale behind longer rest periods?

This episodes panel:

Jason Boynton PhD

boyntoncoaching.com

Damian Ruse

semiprocycling.com

Cyrus Monk

cyclistscientist.com

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