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Aug 2023
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(0:00) Welcome!

(2:21) Why you need to do strength training

(9:26) Why you should do strength training in more than just the offseason

(11:50) How often should you do strength training every week?

(14:56) Should you do strength training on hard days or easy days?

(29:20) How to avoid DOMS

(34:09) Can strength training replace a specific type of cycling workout?

(37:00) How to know when you should prioritize strength or cycling training

(41:33) What is the minimum amount of strength training you should do

(46:50) How much will your sprint power or FTP increase from strength training?

(53:18) Are bodyweight exercises enough for cyclists, or do you need equipment?

(57:05) No equipment, at-home strength training exercises for cyclists

(1:00:51) Should cyclists use TRX systems?

(1:02:32) Is yoga sufficient strength training for cyclists?

(1:04:35) How does strength training for cycling differ from lifting for general health?

(1:06:33) TrainerRoad’s strength training benchmarks calculator

(1:11:53) What are the best and most important strength training exercises for cyclists?

(1:16:09) Are kettlebell flow workouts too intense for cyclists?

(1:18:17) Do you need to adjust your strength training plan for your age?

(1:23:25) Strength training recommendations for triathletes

(1:26:46) Which strength training exercises help with maintaining the aero/TT position?

(1:31:41) Can strength training replace a warm up or cool down for cycling?

(1:32:46) What strength training exercises can help cyclists avoid broken collarbones and other injuries?

(1:34:50) What strength training exercises can help cyclists avoid a sore lower back on the bike?

(1:43:32) What strength training exercises can help you stabilize your pedal stroke?

(1:45:32) How should cyclists change their nutrition when they start doing strength training?

(1:50:21) What supplements should cyclists take when they start doing strength training?



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