In this conversation, pro cyclist Will Barta discusses his experiences and insights into training, racing, and personal development as an athlete. He shares his current training regimen, the importance of strength training and plyometrics, and how he manages a long racing season. Barta also reflects on his goals for the upcoming season, the significance of explosive training, and offers valuable tips for time trialing. He emphasizes the importance of finding balance in training and the role of personal insights in performance improvement.
Thanks Will! Find him on IG and X here:
https://www.instagram.com/will_barta/
https://x.com/willbarta
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome!
00:52 Introduction and Background
02:18 Training Regimen and Seasonal Preparation
05:29 Strength Training and Plyometrics
08:16 Managing a Long Racing Season
11:14 Goals for 2025 and Consistency in Performance
14:20 Explosive Training and VO2 Max Workouts
17:21 Time Trial Tips and Positioning
20:19 Endurance Training and Heart Rate Management
23:22 Bro Science and Personal Insights
29:19 Exploring Training Techniques and Values
38:41 Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Racing
44:15 Anticipating the Upcoming Racing Season
45:48 Reflecting on Past Races and Lessons Learned
50:47 Celebrating First Pro Win and Its Impact
53:28 Maximizing Performance: Engine vs. Aerodynamics
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