• How to Best Choose Between a Virtual Race vs Planned Interval Workout? (#236)

  • Feb 19 2025
  • Length: 14 mins
  • Podcast

How to Best Choose Between a Virtual Race vs Planned Interval Workout? (#236)

  • Summary

  • OVERVIEW
    Virtual racing on TrainingPeaks Virtual, Zwift, Rouvy or other indoor cycling platforms can be a fun and intense addition to an athlete's overall program. They can even become the central focus of your season! But too much virtual racing can work against you by removing too much of the specificity and contrast your training plan needs in order for you to experience gains in fitness and performance. If you want to jump into virtual racing or hard virtual group rides, here's a guide on how to do it wisely and effectively.

    TOPICS COVERED

    • Swap race for interval session?
    • Mistakes to avoid when adding virtual racing to training plan
    • Bringing contrast to your training

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    LINKS/RESOURCES

    • CTS Membership: https://trainright.com/membership
    • TP Virtual: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/virtual/
    • TP Virtual Race Hub: https://tpvirtualhub.com/

    HOST
    Adam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.

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