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7 Ways To Make Indoor Training More Comfortable
Indoor training is a fantastic way to improve your training consistency, no matter where you live. As an avid fan of indoor training, I...
Kurt Braeckel
Feb 27, 20235 min read
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6 Reasons Why You Should Train Indoors
Every cyclist and triathlete should spend some time training indoors year-round. Find out why!
Kurt Braeckel
Feb 14, 20235 min read
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The #1 Tip I Give All Endurance Athletes
What's the first coaching conversation I have had with nearly every athlete I've ever coached or consulted with? It usually goes like this:
Kurt Braeckel
Jan 3, 20234 min read
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4 Reasons Why You Should Try "Blind" Riding
Have you ever done an entirely blind ride where you don't look at any data? Why would you want to ride that way?
Kurt Braeckel
Dec 20, 20223 min read
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3 (or 4) Things You Need to Fuel Your Ride
Let's take a look at some tips on what you need for every ride, and what you need only for specific sessions or desired outcomes.
Kurt Braeckel
Jul 18, 202210 min read
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3 Ways You Can Be Faster This Weekend
What's the magic button I can push to be faster for my race this weekend? (Spoiler: it's not a secret workout!)
Kurt Braeckel
May 31, 20227 min read
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What is "Work"?
There is a common saying among endurance sports coaches and their athletes: "There are no shortcuts - you gotta do the work!" What is work?
Kurt Braeckel
May 17, 20225 min read
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Beginner's Guide: Cycling Training by Heart Rate
This post completes a short series on training by heart rate. Athletes can make tremendous progress with just their bike, a good heart rate
Kurt Braeckel
Apr 26, 20227 min read
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Beginner's Guide: Training Zones
Training zones help coaches and athletes prescribe training to achieve specific goals. Learn more about training zone definitions here!
Kurt Braeckel
Apr 15, 20225 min read
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4 Most Effective Ways to Determine Maximum Heart Rate
Finding your maximum heart rate on a bike can be tricky. Here are a few ways you can get it done!
Kurt Braeckel
Apr 9, 20224 min read
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5 Reasons Why You Should Always Wear your Heart Rate Monitor
It's a mistake to not wear your heart rate monitor, even when you have a power meter. Find out why!
Kurt Braeckel
Mar 19, 20226 min read
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QUICK GUIDE: Nail Your Long Ride
The most effective way to get faster over the course of your racing career is to ride long and steady and do it regularly.
Kurt Braeckel
Mar 8, 20224 min read
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The #1 Most Important Training Ride You Do Each Week
Everyone wants to know: what’s the best way to get faster with the time I have?
Kurt Braeckel
Mar 1, 20223 min read
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