Summary
In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast you get to be a fly on the wall and listen in on our team meeting in prep for the Leadville 100. This conversation provides an in-depth overview of strategies and considerations for the LT100 focusing on course details, climbing and descent techniques, weather and nutrition, aid station usage, pacing, and altitude management.
Takeaways
- The course is 105 miles with significant elevation changes.
- Pacing is crucial, especially in the first hour.
- Climbing techniques can help avoid bottlenecks.
- Descent safety is paramount; choose lines wisely.
- Weather can change rapidly; be prepared with layers.
- Nutrition should be planned and executed carefully.
- Aid stations are for emergencies; have a strategy.
- Crew support can enhance race performance.
- Altitude affects performance; manage your effort accordingly.
- Stay focused and keep pedaling with purpose.
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