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Coach Frank discusses five essential training rules for masters cyclists that are often overlooked in mainstream advice.

Are you a master's cyclist trying to get faster but feel like something is missing from mainstream advice? Train this way FREE for 1 Month https://fascatcoaching.com/app In this video, Coach Frank breaks down the 5 most important training rules for cyclists over 40, 50, and 60+ , and more importantly, what Bicycling Magazine didn't have space to tell you. Frank was recently featured in their article on coaching older cyclists, and while they nailed the headlines, there's a lot more nuance that can make or break your performance. Today, Coach Frank is giving you the full coaching perspective. 🚴‍♂️ What You'll Learn: - Why more miles ≠ more fitness (and how to balance training with recovery) - The truth about high-intensity (Zone 6) work for older athletes - How to strength train the right way (without sabotaging your riding) - Why you don't need a race to train with purpose - The #1 mistake masters cyclists make: taking extended breaks ⚠️ Stick Around for Rule #5 If you take winters off, skip riding on vacation, or think breaks help you reset… this could be holding you back more than you realize. 📖 Read the Original Article…

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