Episode 150 - Pacing Strategies, Emerging Emphasis on Respiratory Rate, and 6h Racing on 6h Training

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Episode 150 - Pacing Strategies, Emerging Emphasis on Respiratory Rate, and 6h Racing on 6h Training

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Episode 150 - Pacing Strategies, Emerging Emphasis on Respiratory Rate, and 6h Racing on 6h Training
 
Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking pacing strategies for longer races, the emergence of respiratory rate in endurance sports science, and how to train for 100mi gravel events with less than 6 hours per week to train.
 
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Summary
In this episode, the hosts recap their recent training camp in Crested Butte, discussing the camaraderie and coaching experiences. They delve into pacing strategies for endurance races, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal fitness levels and race dynamics. The conversation shifts to the emerging significance of respiratory rates as a performance metric, highlighting its reliability compared to heart rate. Finally, they provide insights on training for gravel races, particularly for those with limited time, stressing the need for familiarity with race distances to ensure successful outcomes.
 
Chapters
00:00 Crested Butte Training Camp Recap
02:20 Pacing Strategies for Endurance Races
14:52 Understanding Respiratory Rates in Performance
22:58 Training Structure for Gravel Racing
 

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