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World Champ With Olympics Dreams - Ben Wiggins Podcast


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Ben Wiggins, a track and road cyclist, discusses his training and goals in a conversation with Brendan Housler. Ben rides for the Hagens Berman U23 development team and aims to compete in the LA Olympics.

Ben highlights the importance of teamwork in track cycling and the versatility required to excel in both track and road disciplines. He discusses the challenges of weight management and the impact of losing weight on his performance. Ben emphasizes the need for patience and proper recovery when dealing with injuries. He also shares his short-term goal of winning the World's TT under 23 and his long-term goal of making the step up to the World Tour.
Wiggins emphasizes the importance of patience and individual development in cycling, as well as the benefits of being a fourth-year rider. He also discusses his training methods, including the focus on fatigue resistance and repeatability. Wiggins shares insights on nutrition, supplementation, and the mental aspect of racing, drawing from the wisdom of mentors like Mark Cavendish and his father, Brad Wiggins.
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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome!
01:02 Introduction and Background
02:31 Track Cycling and Road Cycling
05:08 Track Events and Preferences
06:43 Track Cycling as a First Love
09:29 Qualifying and Targeting Events for the Olympics
12:37 Weight Management and Performance
16:40 Nutrition and Eating Right
20:19 Setting Goals and Making a Timeline
22:52 Coaching and Dealing with Injuries
25:28 Mental Challenges of Injury Recovery
28:14 Training and Improvements
29:20 Short-Term and Long-Term Goals
29:50 The Bigger Picture in Racing
32:28 Balancing Track and Road Racing
33:21 Patience and Individual Development in Cycling
34:16 Learning from Experienced Riders and Teammates
37:02 The Benefits and Timing of Strength Training
40:13 Training for Fatigue Resistance and Repeatability
43:07 Optimizing Nutrition Choices for Races
44:48 Supplementation and a Well-Rounded Diet
51:29 Confidence and a Focused Mindset in Racing
53:26 Learning from Mentors and Experienced Riders
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