About this episode

The episode discusses the preparation for the 2026 Tour de France, focusing on the unique challenges athletes face.

Ever wondered what it takes to prep for the toughest endurance race on Earth? Alex Howes and Joe Lewis kick off a new series, "Peak Access," part of the Endurance Unlimited podcast. In our first episode, we dive into the unique challenges of the Tour de France. With over 54,000 meters of climbing in just 21 days, this race is not for the faint-hearted. But it’s not just about the climbs. The athletes are facing a historic heat wave, making their training even more crucial. Join us as we discuss the insights, strategies, and the importance of the performance management chart that keeps these pros on track. What questions do you have about training and racing to Paris? Share your questions in the comments! 👇 For more info and stories about how Tour teams use TrainingPeaks data, check out our TdF Hub Page. #TourdeFrance #PeakAccess

People in this episode

Host: Alex Howes

Guest: Joe Lewis

Topics covered

• endurance racing
• Tour de France
• training strategies
• heat wave challenges
• performance management

Keywords

• Tour de France
• endurance race
• training
• heat wave
• performance management

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: TrainingPeaks

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• Peak Access Episode 3 — Surviving the First Rest Day – 2026 Tour de France · July 17, 2026 · 44 min
• The Science of Heat Stress: Boost Your Endurance with Core Temperature Insights · July 14, 2026 · 27 min
• Peak Access Episode 2 – The Power Behind the Race | 2026 Tour de France · July 11, 2026 · 47 min
• Coaching WorldTour Riders to Peak at the Right Time | Koen Pelgrim - Season 8 Episode 7 · July 7, 2026 · 38 min

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