HUGE New Studies | Norwegian Method | Carbohydrate Limits - Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 491

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// TOPICS COVERED
00:00:00 Welcome!
00:00:56 Norwegian Coaching Study, Tønnessen, et al.
00:04:21 Norwegian Athletes' Dominance and Misconceptions
00:08:39 Key Findings from the Norwegian Study
00:11:33 Consistent Training Principles from Norway’s Best Coaches
00:23:31 Progressive Intensity and Heart Rate Considerations
00:30:09 Combining Intensity Zones and Altitude Training
00:36:08 Training Zone Definitions
00:36:49 Loading Factor Organization Explained
00:37:02 Training Intensity Distribution Insights
00:38:41 Norwegian Training Methods and Misconceptions
00:40:02 Modified Session Goal Approach
00:41:53 The Importance of Consistency in Training
01:02:08 Carbohydrate x Body Size Study - Ijaz, et al.
01:04:02 Study Design
01:05:17 Results
01:08:28 Did larger athletes burn more carbs at matched power?
01:10:18 A magic carb/body weight ratio?!
01:14:54 Is this the most revolutionary study for cyclists in years?!

Join the TrainerRoad 'Ask A Cycling Coach' podcast as Jonathan Lee, Nate Pearson, and Sarah Laverty explore the intricacies of the Norwegian training method and delve into recent scientific findings on carbohydrate oxidation in athletes. Discover how body size influences carbohydrate processing, hear expert insights on progressive overload and interval training, and learn why consistency and data-driven strategies are crucial for performance. Tune in as Sarah previews an upcoming study on carb oxidation differences between large and small athletes, challenging traditional nutrition guidelines.

// RESOURCES MENTIONED
- https://trainerroad.cc/Tonnessen2024 - Training Session Models in Endurance Sports: A Norwegian Perspective on Best Practice Recommendations. Tønnessen, et al., 2024.
- https://trainerroad.cc/Ijaz2024 - Exogenous glucose oxidation during exercise is positively related to body size. Ijaz, et al., 2024.

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