How to plan your offseason, fixing power imbalances, optimal timing for workout fuel and more are all covered in Episode 234 of The Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast.

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Topics covered in this episode

  • How long should your off season be?
  • Why you should not immediately start a Build Phase after time off
  • Deep dive on how and when you should fuel your workouts
  • Is it bad to change position during VO2 max intervals?
  • What to do if you have a left / right power imbalance
  • Coach Chad’s tips on how to read while on the trainer
  • Entertainment options on the trainer
  • Do athletes need more cooling as they adapt to putting out more power?

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