Train FTP or VO2Max? High Carb Training. Nate Wilson, EF Coaching, High Performance Director

This podcast features an interview with Nate Wilson, a performance manager for EF Education-First cycling team, discussing training and travel strategies for professional and amateur cyclists. The conversation covers optimizing travel to minimize stress and maximize energy, the use of wearable technology for performance monitoring, and the prescription of workouts using heart rate, power, and RPE. Wilson emphasizes the importance of a strong aerobic base for all cyclists, regardless of skill level, and highlights the differences in training approaches between professional and amateur athletes due to varying race schedules and intensity. A key takeaway is the importance of considering individual chronotypes and recovery needs when planning travel and training schedules, and that focusing on high-carb intake is crucial for high-intensity performance. The interview concludes with advice on building a solid base training plan and the importance of context in training decisions.