N1 Challenge Chapter 2: TEST

First, they committed to races they aren’t sure they can finish.

Next, they test themselves to see how far they will need to go to prepare.

When we commit to big challenges, we push ourselves to learn from our experiment of 1. Enjoy this short film. (open to everyone)

GO BEYOND FTP, GO INSCYD

You are more than one number.

Find your VO2max, VLamax, FatMax, anaerobic threshold, training zones—and see how to train your weaknesses for big gains this season.

SEE NEW INSCYD TESTING

CALLING ALL COACHES

Cycling and triathlon coaches, join the new INSCYD + Fast Talk Labs Coaching Forum! Get support, guidance, and answers on topics like athlete management, key workouts, performance analysis, testing, and more.

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HOT ON THE FORUM

Motorpacing: Only for pros?

Training Concepts Forum (open to Forum + Library Members. Not a member? Join now.)
Member alfredoballoni asks, “Is motorpacing only for pros?”

What has INSCYD taught you?

Beginners & Basic Tips (Open to all members. Not a member? Join now.)
Member basilleroux asks Trevor and Chris, “How has Sebastian’s advice on your INSCYD results informed your training for your N1 events?” Several members report back with what they’ve learned from their recent INSCYD Advanced Test results.

INSCYD: Lack of Pyruvate and Interval Workouts

Coaching Forum (Open to coaches. Apply for access.)
Head Coach Ryan Kohler poses a question for coaches, “How do you communicate LoP and lactate accumulation graphs to your athletes when discussing interval workouts?” Coach Steve Neal and others weigh in.

Raising the Ceiling on FTP and VO2max

Beginners & Basic Tips (Open to all members. Not a member? Join now.)
Conversation continues on this topic with new questions about HR and the contribution of base mileage to VO2max. Includes new sample training weeks from Coach Steve Neal.

Scooter photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash.

NEW ARTICLES

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  Sports Nutrition for BeginnersMay 8th 2021
  Eating properly for the demands of endurance sports can be challenging, especially if you’re new to sport. We explore common misconceptions and pitfalls for the beginner endurance athlete.
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  A Beginner’s Guide to Ultra-Cycling EventsApr 28th 2021
  We explore the training, pacing, sleep strategies, and psychology of ultra-cycling events.
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  How to Choose a Bike FitterApr 28th 2021
  Finding a good bike fitter can be challenging. Dr. Andy Pruitt, a pioneer in bike fit, explains the many nuances of choosing the best fitter for you.
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  The Truth About MassageApr 21st 2021
  Long-held beliefs about the benefits of massage are not backed by science. But that doesn’t mean you should stop seeing your favorite therapist. We explain.
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  Training Camps for Time-Crunched AthletesApr 18th 2021
  Just because you have limited time doesn’t mean you can’t create a training plan that involves an overload stimulus. We show you how.
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  A Beginner’s Guide to Gravel RacingApr 7th 2021
  We explore the skills, techniques, and pacing strategies you need to take on any gravel event.

NEW WORKSHOPS

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  Exploring Heat Adaptation MethodsMay 5th 2021
  Dr. Stephen Cheung explores how to develop heat adaptation protocols that fit your event, budget, and circumstances.
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  Best Practices for Building a Training CampMay 3rd 2021
  Coaches Ryan Kohler and Trevor Connor discuss tips, tricks, and the underlying principles to help you design a training camp.
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  Do Sprints Within Endurance Rides Improve Adaptations?Apr 16th 2021
  Dr. Stephen Cheung attempts to answer the question of whether it’s productive to incorporate intensity into an endurance ride.
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  Everything You Need to Know About the INSCYD TestApr 15th 2021
  The INSCYD test yields a powerful set of metrics, including a complete metabolic profile. Coach Ryan Kohler details the test protocol and analysis.
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  The Process of Goal AttainmentApr 13th 2021
  Coach Grant Holicky discusses the critical process by which goals are created, and also the method by which they are achieved.
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  Data Analysis: Mathieu van der Poel at the Tour of FlandersApr 9th 2021
  Dr. Stephen Seiler dives into Mathieu van der Poel’s power data from the 2021 Tour of Flanders to decipher what it takes to excel in a Spring Classic.
  
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NEW FAST TALK EPISODES

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  Q&A on Time Trial Pacing and Position, INSCYD, and Tough Love, with Janis MusinsMay 6th 2021
  Janis Musins helps us answer questions on time trial pacing, TT position, INSCYD testing, and the coach-athlete relationship.
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  How to Effectively Return to the Bike After Injury, with Dr. Andy PruittApr 29th 2021
  We discuss the physical and mental aspects of safely and effectively returning to the bike after an injury.
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  Favorite Workouts of Fast Talk All-Stars, Part 2Apr 22nd 2021
  Former Fast Talk guests, including Ted King, Lindsay Golich, and Kristin Armstrong, discuss their favorite workout and its benefits.

NEW CYCLING IN ALIGNMENT EPISODES

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  Cycling in Alignment Is Moving!May 6th 2021
  Find new episodes of Cycling in Alignment with Colby and all his illustrious guests on a new channel.
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  Science Does Not Provide Certainty with Jeff WinklerApr 27th 2021
  It’s not always just about graphs and numbers.
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  The Most Effective Recovery StrategiesApr 20th 2021
  We are framing the discussion on endurance training recovery around Paul Chek’s Six Foundational principles: sleeping, breathing, eating, thinking, drinking, and moving.