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(00:00) Welcome!

(01:28) Greg's Training Progress and Challenges

(03:24) Analyzing Greg's Training Calendar

(04:11) Impact of Skiing on Training

(06:01) Importance of Rest and Recovery

(07:26) Greg's Strength Training Routine

(08:03) Adjusting Training Plans for Optimal Performance

(10:33) Heart Rate Analysis and Training Adjustments

(13:05) The Role of Group Rides and Races

(22:24) Cadence and Power Output Observations

(26:18) Training Calendar Analysis

(27:45) Impact of Blood Donation on Performance

(35:14) Strength Training Recommendations

(46:08) Peaks Challenge and Personal Updates

In this episode of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast presented by TrainerRoad, the hosts analyze listener Greg’s training calendar to identify what's working and what's not. They discuss the importance of recovery, proper training structure, how overtraining can hinder performance,  how blood donation impacts performance, and adjustments to get faster are suggested to optimize training and recovery effectively.

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