AI coaching platforms like TrainerRoad are exploding in popularity—but can they really replace a personal cycling coach? In this episode, we sit down with our own coach, Derek van Hoose, an elite Cat 1 racer with nearly a decade of racing experience, to break down the pros and cons of both AI coaching and human coaching.
We cover:
- Why you might hire a cycling coach (and the misconceptions)
- The rise of AI coaching tools like TrainerRoad & ROUVY
- AI vs personal coach — pros, cons, and which might be right for you
- Personalized training, race strategies, and accountability
- Winter training tips to get faster in the off-season
- The truth about genetic potential in cycling
- DT Swiss recall
- Rapid fire: our key areas to improve, favorite race bikes, and more
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