2019's first Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast Episode is all about finding the right training, sticking to it through challenges and optimizing your performance along the way to your next A Race. Tune in live and bring your questions!

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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

• A guide to picking the right training plan

• Most important factors in deciding how to train for a race

• Best training plans for every type of racing

• How to shorten a training plan

• How to adjust a training plan for time off

• Why cross-training may actually make you a slower cyclist

• Pacing without power

• How to use saunas in your training

• Are ice baths actually beneficial?

• Is Bikram Yoga a good idea for cyclists?

• Signs that you need to include gym work in your training

• How to manage weight like a cyclist

More training questions answered here: bit.ly/Training-Questions-Help-Center

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LINKS MENTIONED IN THE PODCAST

• Sweet Spot Base 2: https://www.trainerroad.com/cycling/plans/148-sweet-spot-base-mid-volume-ii

• Baxter Workout: https://www.trainerroad.com/cycling/workouts/1261-baxter

• Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/biohacker-summit-2016

• Smith Machine: https://www.fitnessfactory.com/home-gyms/smith-machines/

• How to Fix Knee Injuries for Cyclists: https://forum.trainerroad.com/t/how-to-fix-knee-injuries-for-cyclists/6166

• Food Scale: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Stainless-Digital-• Batteries-Included/dp/ B06X9NQ8GX/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1546536343&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=food+scale&psc=1

• Bonelli Park XC course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3GQLkL29ag

• Fontana XC course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABI7kDozhC4

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