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In this episode we discuss altitude training and if pro cyclists really need it to win the Tour de France.

The effects of altitude [7:00]

The optimal high-altitude training method [12:35]

Pros and cons of altitude training [18:57]

Altitude-induced adaption [26:23]

Hypoxic Training Is Not Beneficial in Elite Athletes [27:41]

Individual variation in response to altitude training [33:13]

Reproducibility of Performance Changes to Simulated Live High/Train Low Altitude [37:00]

Do natives have an advantage [40:35]

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In this episode, we dive into how Zone 2 training can maximize your fitness, inspired by insights from Iñigo San Millán and a recent GCN video. Learn how this low-intensity training builds endurance and optimizes health.

Episode Highlights:

• What is lactate and why it matters [3:00]
• Zone 2 training explained [9:07]
• Top benefits of Zone 2 training [14:00]

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In this episode, I discuss how I would train for unbound gravel. Hopefully you learn something :)

Training periodisation for unbound gravel [2:55]

Training intensity distribution [10:36]

How much volume do you need to win unbound gravel [16:27]

Nutrition strategies for unbound gravel [28:09]

Heat acclimation for unbound gravel [33:25]

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Is Zone 2 Overrated? Insights from Top Experts and Coaches

In this episode, we dive deep into the buzz around Zone 2 training. Is it really overrated? Hear insights from renowned experts Dr. Iñigo San Millán, coach to cycling champion Tadej Pogačar, and Norwegian super coach Olav Aleksander Bu.

Episode Highlights:

• Zone 2 Is Overrated? Norwegian Super Coach's Perspective [4:45]
• Norwegian Method vs. Zone 2: A Rant Without a Time Stamp 😉
• Zone 2 & Beyond: Training Secrets from Dr. Iñigo San Millán [27:46]

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Welcome to the VO2 Lounge podcast. In this episode, I will be talking all about the effects of the menstrual cycle effects on women's performance.

Physiology of the menstrual cycle [5:05]

How the menstrual cycle affects performance [10:23]

Monitoring your menstrual cycle [21:20]

Menstrual cycle effects on perceived vs objective performance [24:07]

Menstrual cycle effects on aerobic endurance and anaerobic performance [27:11]

Menstrual cycle effects on strength [34:47]

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Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7916245/

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Welcome to the VO2 Lounge podcast. In this episode, I will be talking all about hot and cold therapy aka saunas and ice plunges.

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Introduction to some of the benefits

What is hot and cold therapy and how hot or cold should it be

Physiological effects of heat stress

The benefits of heat shock proteins and brown fat

Cardiovascular benefits of saunas

Effects on lipid profile and LDL-C

Effects on heart variability (HRV)

Inflammation

Neurodegenerative diseases

Improvements in growth hormone secretion

Effects on cardiovascular fitness

The concerns and drawbacks of saunas

Alternative heat stress modalities

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This week we talk about a pragmatic approach to training as a cyclist and I come 4th in a crit.

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How much volume and how to perform zone 2 [8:41]

Optimal training frequency [19:00]

Is TSS worth it, planning a rest week, and burnout [35:00]

VO2Max training [37:00]

Threshold and sweet spot training and how to find FTP [39:15]

Training periodisation and intensity distribution [55:00]

Strength training for cyclists [59:46]

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Welcome to the VO2LoungeCoaching podcast. In this episode, I give an update on my training and cover the ins and outs of block periodization.

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My Girona training camp and crit racing [1:45] 

Road race [11:35]

What is block periodisation [19:15]

How does block periodisation work and what are the effects [29:00]

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In this episode, we will be discussing the Norwegian training method and how it works. The method used by athletes such as Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Kristian Blummenfelt, and Gustav Iden.

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What is the Norwegian method and its History?

A Practical guide to the Norwegian method

The Norwegian model of lactate threshold training and lactate-controlled approach to training

Should you be running at race pace

Do double days work

Ingebrigtsen brothers training

Kristian Blummenfelt & Gustav Iden’s training

Optimising the Norwegian model

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Welcome to the VO2Louge. In this episode, we will be discussing strength training for endurance athletes and its optimisation. 

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Strength training improves cycling performance, fractional utilization of VO2max and cycling economy in female cyclists [2:14]

10 weeks of heavy strength training improves performance-related measurements in elite cyclists [11:45]

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