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(00:00:00) Welcome!
(00:01:09) Alex Wild's Comeback From Epstein-Barr Virus
(00:03:08) The Psychology of Training With a Lower FTP
(00:20:41) What Recovery From Epstein-Barr Actually Looks Like
(00:25:48) Listener Question: Have Ultra-Wide Gravel Wheels Gone Too Far?
(00:43:05) Listener Question: Can You Train for an Ironman and Stay Punchy?
(00:58:00) Willow Fire Update: Silver Rush Canceled, Leadville in Question
(01:03:25) Alex's Leadville Goals: Podium and Sub-6
(01:12:09) Listener Question: What Happened When ChatGPT Replaced a Coach
(01:14:26) The Right Way to Train Durability
(01:26:29) What's Next: Death Ride and the Revived Tahoe 100
Pro mountain biker Alex Wild returns to share his comeback from Epstein-Barr virus, including how he handled training with a lower FTP, what recovery from chronic fatigue actually looks like for an endurance athlete, and why your last six weeks of power matter more than all-time PRs. Coach Jonathan Lee and Alex also answer listener questions on ultra-wide gravel wheels and aerodynamics, how to train for an Ironman without losing your punch, and what happened when one athlete replaced his coach with ChatGPT. Plus: the right way to train durability, the Willow Fire's impact on the Leadville 100, Alex's sub-6 hour Leadville goal and Jonathan’s sub-7 hour Leadville goal.
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