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Cold Weather Training and Performance Strategies for Cyclists - Dr. Stephen Cheung

Release Date: 12/17/2024

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Can you Train Off-Road for Cycling? + Can you Stop in Your Training Rides?

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Strength Training for Endurance Performance - Dan Cleather

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Ideas for Your Final Race Prep Workout + Riding and Racing Unfamiliar Trails

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Your Best Performance Might be One Snack Away! Kristen Ziesmer RD

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Transitioning Training Outside + Can You Do Too Much Cross-Training?

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Sea Otter 2025 Highlights

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Spring Q&A - How to Take Your Cycling Training Outside

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Dr. Cheung returns to the podcast to dive into the science of training and racing in cold weather for cycling and running. He breaks down the key differences between heat and cold adaptation, sharing insights into how the body responds and what that means for your training and performance. We also discuss trending interventions like cold plunges—can they actually improve performance in cold conditions, or are they more hype than help? Tune in to find out what works, what doesn’t, and how to stay strong in the cold!

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