Q&A #31 - Cycling cadence in training and racing - the scientific and anecdotal evidence

That Triathlon Show

Mikael Eriksson

Health, Swimming, Endurancesports, Run, Cycling, Health & Fitness, Fitness, Ironman, Swim, Bike, Sports, Running, Sportscience, Triathlon

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🗓️ 25 April 2019

⏱️ 21 minutes

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Q&A #31 - Cycling cadence in training and racing - the scientific and anecdotal evidence What does science say about the pros and cons of cycling at different cadences? What cadence ranges are most effective in racing? What are the potential performance benefits of training at high and low cadences? A 2018 cycling cadence research round-up LINKS AND RESOURCES: That Triathlon Show website Coaching Training Plans Q&A #2 - Back to back workouts and low-cadence bike training FTP, VO2max and VLaMax: what triathletes need to know with Sebastian Weber | EP#169 INSCYD testing Effects of Cycling Training at Imposed Low Cadences - A Systematic Review (2017, International journal of sports physiology and performance) Brennan - The Effect of Cadence on the Mechanics and Energetics of Constant Power Cycling. Mitchell - The Impact of Cycling Cadence on Respiratory and Hemodynamic Responses to Exercise. Graham - Effect of Cadence on Time Trial Performance in Recreational Female Cyclists Aasvold - Joint specific power production in cycling: The effect of cadence and intensity Blackwood - Effects Of Cycling Cadence On Physiological Variables SPONSORS: ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and performance eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Get 20% off your entire order with the discount code TTS. Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free! RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.

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0:00.0	Hey, what's up everybody and welcome back to that triathlon show, the podcast presented by
0:07.3	ScientificTraflon.com. I'm our host Michael and this episode is Q&A number 31. As always, if you
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