Artificial Sweeteners, DIY Race Tips, Nutrient Timing and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 294
How do artificial sweeteners fuel training, and are they good for athletes, tips for DIY races and match racing strategy, a deep dive on nutrient timing and how it affects training and much more in Episode 294 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast!
More show notes and discussion in the TrainerRoad Forum.
Topics covered in this episode
- DIY Race Tips
- Tactics for Match Races and small breakaways
- Equipment choices that make you faster
- How to give and receive criticism as an athlete
- How to breathe more effectively
- Does burping lower your heart rate?
- Is it better to train on climbs or flats?
- How to train if you have no races on your calendar
- Ramp tests without a smart trainer
- The hosts favorite workouts and strength training exercises
- Training while pregnant
- Should athletes use artificial sweeteners?
- Nutrient timing for athletes
Resources and Studies Mentioned in This Episode
- Successful Athletes Podcast: www.TrainerRoad.com/SAP
- TrainerRoad Blog Mailing List: https://bit.ly/3oPmRyr
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