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Breakaways That Stick, Crit Racing Strategy, Ideal Race Nutrition and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 156

Breakaways That Stick, Crit Racing Strategy, Ideal Race Nutrition and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 156

How to make a breakaway stick, can you do too much VO2 work, ideal pre-race and mid-race nutrition and more in Episode 156 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast.


Topics covered in this episode

  • Are sprints at the end of a ride a good idea?
  • How to get faster in the offseason
  • Adjusting your training plan for outdoor rides
  • Deep dive on race tactics
  • How to change tactics mid-race
  • How to carry momentum through corners
  • How to make other riders work in a breakaway
  • Why attacking from the front is usually a bad idea
  • How to make a breakaway successful
  • An ideal pre-race breakfast
  • How to train for short hill climbs

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Sean Hurley
Sean Hurley

Sean Hurley is a bike racer, baker of sourdough bread, and former art professor. He is a connoisseur of cycling socks and a certified USAC level 3 coach. Rumor has it he also runs a famous cycling instagram account, but don't tell anyone about that.