Question: I’ve read numerous articles about the importance of warming up. But often, after I warm up for our monthly club time trial, the start is delayed 15 minutes or more. How soon after warming up should I begin the race to achieve maximum benefit from the warm-up? Clearly, warming up creates a “window” of…
Question: As my mileage increased this spring, I noticed I felt stronger when out of the saddle but was not improving while seated. Are there specific things I should work on to improve power in the saddle? — Jan P. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: There are two classic ways to improve seated power: First, do intervals…
Question: I moved to Florida recently and enjoy the cycling here. I have ambitious ultra-distance goals for next season. I plan to do a brevet series starting in January and want to peak for a long event in July. Your eBooks have been very helpful, but I can’t figure out how to train in the “off season” down…
Question: How long should I ride on the indoor trainer in the off-season? I race up to 112 miles in Ironman triathlons. A well-respected triathlon coach says to limit indoor rides to 2 hours, but with races over 6 hours this seems short. — Jeff M. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: The problem with indoor cycling…
Question: I admit it. I’m a wimp when it comes to riding in temperatures below 50F degrees. So I try to stay fit by taking spinning classes at my local community center or riding my bike on an indoor trainer. Which method do you recommend? — Ted S. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: I like both….
