Originally Posted by
PepeM
Carbonfiberboy already chimmed in. I am asking Doge if he has any more evidence, apart from 'my kid and Sagan lift.' I am genuinely interested, just so we're clear. I tend to agree with your claim but I am not knowledgeable enough on the topic, so I am interested in resources that would show otherwise.
Chris Carmichael renders an opinion
"Ten years ago I would have told you that if you’re a cyclist, strength training is a waste of time and effort. Not anymore." Do Cyclists Benefit From Strength Training? - CTS without citing sources. The guy that helped get him fame was clearly talented, but also "supplementing" with banned substances as were his juniors.
I expect I am watching "cleaner" subjects. BTW - I agree with Chris Carmichael, just that source citing is difficult.
I still am exposed a lot with college age and juniors - and same lifting with the team now in college.
Lifting becomes more important at altitude as (there is a source for it someplace) muscle mass in cyclists is lower for those that live at altitude.