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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The Best of 2020
We bring you our favorite conversations with exceptional guests from the worlds of physiology, medicine, nutrition, sports psychology, and, of course, cycling.
Power, Physiology, Perception: Integrating the Holy Feedback Trinity
Dr. Stephen Seiler shares the “holy trinity” of training feedback in this live presentation at a rowing conference.
Q&A on Nutrition for Long Rides, the Hour Record, and Strength & Conditioning at Home
Ryan, Trevor, and Chris field questions on nutrition, strength training at home, the Hour Record, plyometrics, and more.
Exploring the Relationship Between Muscle Fiber Type, HIT, and Overtraining
Dr. Cheung discusses new research that explores the relationship between muscle fiber-type density, high-intensity training, and an athlete’s risk for overtraining.
Winter Preparation for Spring Training
The winter months aren’t for going fast, but for preparing the body for the real training to come this spring.
Neuromuscular Workout: Big Gear Standing Starts
This workout focuses on acceleration, good form, and a strong leg drive to help build muscle strength and power.
Neuromuscular Workout: Muscle Activation Warm-up & Seated Stomps
Try out some muscle recruitment techniques to improve your neuromuscular development.
Physiological Testing for the Female Athlete
Given the hormonal fluctuations experienced during the menstrual cycle, should female athletes prepare differently for lab testing?
Q&A on Executing 4×8 Intervals, Using Scooters in Training, Recovery Walks, and Micro Training Camps
Head Coach Ryan Kohler, Coach Trevor Connor, and Chris Case field questions on how to best execute 4×8-minute intervals, tips on creating micro training camps, and much more.
Polarized Training: Managing the Distribution of Training Intensity
Dr. Seiler presents on the topic of training intensity when using polarized training.
Strength and Conditioning: Core Exercises for Cyclists
Strength and conditioning coach Jess Elliott walks through a multi-planar approach to core integrity to build stability, efficiency, and resilience.
How to Create Multi-Year Development Plans, with Dr. Stephen Seiler and Sondre Skarli
Certain physiological gains only happen after years of development. We discuss how to design training plans that look two or more years ahead.
Moving from Polarized Training to Personally Optimized Training
Dr. Stephen Seiler presents the reasons, methods, and benefits of moving from a polarized training template to a more personalized, optimized training method that is still based on polarized training.
The Benefits of Taking an Off Season
Many athletes worry that they will lose fitness if they skip too many days of training. While detraining does occur over time, there are also many benefits to taking a break.
An Introduction to Polarized Training
Dr. Stephen Seiler introduces polarized training during this in-studio podcast with FLO Cycling.
A New Coaching Model: Building Better Athletes Through Our Virtual Performance Center
We believe modern coaching doesn’t optimally fulfill the needs of the modern athlete. That’s why we’re introducing our community, education, and coaching membership, Fast Talk Laboratories.
Coach’s Corner: Power and Cadence Analysis of Climbing Intervals
Coach Ryan Kohler and Trevor Connor analyze climbing intervals at threshold, focusing on the importance of cadence and pace.
Strength and Speed Workouts for Runners
For distance runners unable to do high-intensity aerobic intervals, Dr. Stephen Seiler suggests adding strength and speed work.