Zach Nehr

If you haven’t found a benefit from heat training, you’re probably not doing it right...”When paired with altitude, long-term use, and proper hydration, you could find the best legs of your life with heat training. We talked with experts in the field to learn the best practices.”

Thanks to CORE for allowing me access to their expert knowledge on heat training... ⚡️ Full story on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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Sweet Protection Falconer Aero 2Vi MIPS Helmet review 🔥 Really liked this helmet...a lot. You may recognize it from the heads of UNO-X riders. Check out the full review on Cycling Weekly

“Van Aert’s performance is about more than just the watts. He fought back from ill-timed mechanicals, just as many of the favorites did in Paris-Roubaix. He said he doubted himself, but he never stopped trying. Time and time again, he fought his way back to the front of the race, leaving all but one of the world’s best cyclists behind. This is the story of Wout van Aert winning Paris-Roubaix.”

📸 Velo ... ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

Tadej Pogačar destroyed his rivals one by one to win his third Tour of Flanders. First, he rode Wout van Aert off his wheel on the ascent of the Oude Kwaremont. Second, he put in a dig to prevent Remco Evenepoel from catching back onto the front group. Finally, he dispatched Mathieu van der Poel on the final ascent of the Kwaremont before driving the nail into the coffin on the Paterberg.

It was a dominant display that we’ve become accustomed to as witness to Tadej Pogačar. But every time we see it, it remains impressive. Every year, Pogačar sets a climbing record, wins a record number of races, or breaks a 100-year-old curse.

📸 Gruber Images ... ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

Introducing the VO2 Max equation from Sitko et al., from the International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance.

The study is called, “Five-Minute Power-Based Test to Predict Maximal Oxygen Consumption in Road Cycling” and it was published by a group of Spanish scientists in July 2021. First, we’ll show you the equation, and then we’ll explain what it all means.

Head to Velo to see what the 5-minute power VO2 Max equation is. 📸 Gruber Images ... ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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what is your calculated VO2 max?

Why Professional Cyclists Are Training Less Than Ever Before—And Getting Record Results

It’s quality over quantity at the top of the pro ranks: You’ll be surprised how long riders like Brandon McNulty are spending on the bike... ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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Front page of Cyclingnews.... The magic zone – A deep dive into zone 2 and how taking it steady has become the WorldTour’s go-to training strategy

Zone 2 training is one of cycling’s many buzzwords, but what actually is it, and how have the pros turned an ‘easy tempo all-day’ training technique into a structured and potentially race-winning performance strategy? ⚡️ on Cyclingnews.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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UAE Team Emirates-XRG led in the Monte Santa Marie with Tadej Pogačar in perfect position. The plan was simple: launch the world champion into the steepest section of road with as much speed as possible. Pogačar would push all-out for 1min in the saddle, and then he would see if there was anyone left.

shared a video of Pogačar’s live power data as he attacked at 50 kph.

This is the magic in Pogačar’s attacks. Not only is he able to hold a high steady power – more on that in a minute – but he also has the explosiveness to drop everyone in a single move. Few riders have the ability to do one of the other. No one but Pogačar has the ability to do both… ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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ZNC Athlete, David, with the W!! 🥇 Proof that indoor athletes can win outdoor bike races

Riding in a Hot Tub Might Be the Fastest Way to Increase Your FTP. No, Seriously.

A new scientific study found serious training benefits to hot water immersion training for cyclists. Good luck figuring out how to do it at home, though.… ⚡️ on Velo.com by Zach Nehr

(🔗 in bio ⬆️ PAYWALL 🔒)

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