April 13, 2026

Episode 183 - Multidisciplinary Training, Balancing Parenthood and Quality Plan Execution, and Training Platform Nuances

31 minutes

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about whether or not adding weekly volume at Z3 is beneficial and should you be using those handy side bib pockets if aero is your number one concern?

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Summary

In this episode, hosts tackle a listener’s complex training schedule that involves preparing for both trail running and ultra bikepacking, while also managing late-night training routines as a busy parent. The discussion offers actionable insights on balancing multi-discipline training, periodization, strength maintenance, and optimizing sleep and recovery.Main Topics Covered:

Strategies for training simultaneously for trail running and bikepacking events

The importance of periodization and training ratios (running vs cycling)

Incorporating strength and mobility work effectively

Managing late-night training sessions and routines as a parent

The nuanced use of critical power versus FTP for training zones

Tools and platforms: WKO5 vs Vekta for training analysis

In this episode:

We analyze how to periodize training around a 30K trail race and an 800-mile bikepacking race spaced out over months

Discussion on prioritization: focusing on the main event while maintaining fitness for the secondary event

The role of strength training, plyometrics, and mobility in endurance performance

Tips for late-night workouts, sleep considerations, and routine creation as a parent

Insights into training tools, zones, and metrics, including Vecta's adaptive zones and the W prime metric

Tips for athletes balancing intense training with life's obligations

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to multi-discipline endurance training challenges

01:11 - Can you train effectively for both trail running and bikepacking simultaneously?

02:25 - Importance of training ratios: near 50-50 split or tailored approach

03:13 - Prioritizing running for injury prevention and muscular efficiency

04:08 - Cycling complements running; form and nutrition focus for trail run

05:38 - Periodization strategies: focusing on the main event and maintaining secondary fitness

06:48 - Incorporating strength training and its timing relative to the season

08:11 - Reducing gym volume as race approaches, maintaining strength efficiently

12:58 - Role of mobility and plyometrics in injury prevention and running performance

14:39 - Challenges of fitting training into busy schedules; structuring routine

17:49 - Impact of late-night training routines on sleep and recovery

20:50 - How to adapt training around parenting schedules; morning vs night workouts

25:33 - Coaching insights: Using Vecta and critical power zones

29:44 - Comparing training platforms: WKO5 vs Vecta

32:40 - Final tips: balance, discipline, and leveraging tools for progress

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