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February 9, 2025 57 mins

Unlock your peak cycling performance with the power of strength training! In this podcast episode, we explain and debate with humor and honesty how strength training can prevent injuries and maximize your power on the bike. But, knowing where to start can be overwhelming. We break down the most effective exercises, provide practical tips, and explain the key ones to incorporate even with limited time.

Chapters: 

0:00 – Introduction

3:19 – Week 5 training recap

9:42 – Our history with strength training

14:38 – Weekly rhythm 

16:55 – Practical strength training exercises 

27:00 – Common injuries & physical therapy 

29:01 – How strength training can prevent injuries

30:21 – Muscle imbalances & underutilization

35: 22 – Improving bone density & health 

38:57 – How strength training increases your power

42:10 – Importance of stretching 

54:00 – How we’ll measure success 

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