Feb 25 2025 43 mins 18
Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking about the value of indoor riding vs outdoor riding in the context of mountain biking, what you should add to your weekly training when increasing overall volume, and how to maximize performance amidst an FTP plateau.
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Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to cycling, including saddle sore treatments, the effectiveness of indoor versus outdoor training, and the importance of understanding Training Stress Score (TSS). They emphasize the need for preventative measures against saddle sores, the psychological aspects of training, and how to maximize training volume effectively. The conversation is filled with insights and practical advice for cyclists looking to improve their performance and well-being. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of endurance training, navigating plateaus in performance, and the critical role of durability in cycling. They emphasize that increasing training volume should focus on endurance rather than intensity, and that FTP is not the only metric to consider for performance improvement. The discussion also highlights the significance of nutrition in enhancing durability and overall performance.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Listener Feedback
03:02
Saddle Sores: Treatment and Prevention
05:45
Indoor vs Outdoor Training: Zone Two Insights
08:53
Understanding TSS: Trainer vs Trail Rides
11:59
The Psychological Aspect of Training
15:03
Maximizing Training Volume: Adding More Hours
18:04
Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
19:25
Building Endurance in Training
24:28
Navigating Training Plateaus
37:26
The Importance of Durability in Cycling
