Polarized Training Pathway
In collaboration with Dr. Stephen Seiler, the “father of polarized training,” we have curated everything you need to know about the 80/20 training method.
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Training > Periodization
The Physiology of the Race Season, with Dr. Iñigo San Millán
We explore the physiology of race season—how to find top-end fitness, how long it takes, and the best ways to do it.
Demystifying Periodization, with Joe Friel
Cycling coach Joe Friel explores endurance periodization and its four core concepts: overload, specificity, reversibility, and individualization.
Unpacking the Gospel of Joe Friel’s New “Training Bible”
We talk with Joe Friel about the newest edition of his bestselling cycling training book The Cyclist’s Training Bible. We touched on everything from periodization to energy systems, to Joe’s method of research…which believe it or not, has a lot to do with hundreds of 3”x5” note cards.