Originally Posted by
Racer Ex
Beware of the cookie cutter.
As we age up, there are a lot of systems that don't function at the same level as they used to. There are lifestyle and nutrition things we can do to improve this. When we don't the impact is greater than it would be when we are younger.
One of the tricks is to understand and accept this, but to not let it limit us.
And thank you for not using those cookie frame things, Ex.
Originally Posted by
ColnagoC40
Joe Friel's methodology is pretty much standard with small variations, everywhere. In Europe we trained similar. I only do strength with weights before base 1, don't believe too much in that. Time on the bike is better. Short hard intervals 2 minutes to 45 seconds seem to be the new thing, they really work for me.
i believe that, as more coaches come to cycling from other sports, and scientific training is mandated by tighter doping controls, we are seeing some changes. More strength and speed work in the off season, and building endurance after that, as you come into the season. More core work. Box jumps even for non-sprinters. Tabata's. Recognition of genetic differences and different ways to win races. Read some of the articles on the programs in use by Sky and Garmin - I think it's enlightening.
His understanding of this stuff is what has enabled Racer-Ex to so successfully coach a wide variety of athletes.