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(00:00) Welcome!

(00:26) Rapid Fire Questions with Hannah Otto

(02:16) Hard Workout Types

(09:55) Training Calendar Review: Signs You’re Doing Too Much

(27:20) Addressing Cadence and Power Balance

(27:48) Understanding Zone Two Training (Myths)

(30:50) The Role of Cadence in Training Adaptations

(41:03) Balancing Heart Rate and Power in Training

(48:35) Adapting Training Plans for Optimal Performance


Coach Jonathan Lee and professional gravel cyclist Hannah Otto discuss optimizing Zone 2 training, the pitfalls of overtraining, the significance of proper recovery, and the effect of cadence and heart rate on power-based training. They also answer listener questions on training load, heart rate discrepancies in cycling and running, and the utility of training metrics. Gain valuable insights on structured training and practical tips for enhancing your performance in this episode. Drop a comment below if you have questions or want your TrainerRoad account analyzed!


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