Winter Workouts that bridge the gap between Base and Race
About this episode
Coach Frank Overton discusses how to effectively transition from base training to race season for cyclists.
Learn how not to be the Group Ride Hero and Train the Right Way, Free for 30 days → https://fascatcoaching.com/app One of the most common mistakes cyclists make is piling on high-intensity intervals before they've finished building their aerobic base. It feels great in February. You're flying on the group ride. You're winning town line sprints. But by May, when racing and big events actually matter, you're flat, stale, and wondering what happened. In this video, Coach Frank Overton from FasCat Coaching shows you how to bridge the gap between base season and race season the right way. You don't need to live in Zone 2 forever. But you also shouldn't be smashing yourself with full-gas workouts every week. The answer? A smart, controlled progression that introduces just enough Zone 4, 5, and 6 intensity to wake up speed while still building durability and aerobic strength. Inside, Frank walks through four proven winter workouts from the CoachCat training system: 🐆 The Cheetah Pounce – Sweet Spot control with explosive attacks. Practice commitment and fast-twitch recruitment without blowing up recovery. 🎯 Sprint → Stalk & Catch – Learn how to handle the surges that drop riders in…
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