Performance Process is back after a Tour de France shaped gap. Inspired by the upcoming Tour de France Femme Avec Zwift's split day with two stages in a single day, this week's episode centres on the concept of double training days.
Joining us is Stephen Gallagher, a coach at Dig Deep Coaching and Performance Director at Canyon SRAM, who shares his expertise on managing double training days. We explore the rationale, benefits, and strategies behind incorporating two training sessions in one day, highlighting how this method can enhance performance, boost recovery, and build resilience.
Key points discussed include:
- The logistics and challenges of managing double training days, particularly in professional races like the Tour de France Femmes.
- The importance of strategic planning in nutrition, recovery, and timing to ensure peak performance.
- And practical tips for all of us on how to implement double training days effectively.
This episode is packed with practical advice on maximising training efficiency and effectiveness whether you are a competitive cyclists doubling up for performance gains or your commute forces you to doubling up.