Are “Junk” Miles Worth It?

Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice

Big episode today we’ve got lots to discuss as always with the world of sports cycling, triathlon athletics.

But we’re looking at the question, are junk miles worth it?

We all want to get that extra edge, and if athletes have time we often see them sneaking in extra km’s on the bike or running when they can, but are these sessions actually doing anything? Are they worth the time investment?

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:55 - Gratitude

03:30 - Why a 70.3 is harder than you think

07:55 - Discussing the Australian athlete results at the World Indoor Championships

10:00 - Rejuvenation of Australian Athletics

12:36 - Analysing successful Spring Classic performances

16:45 - Dispelling the “If I do a turn, I can’t win” myth

18:55 - Understanding what training zones you’re in

20:00 - Myth: More is not always better

22:00 - A placebo is still beneficial

24:20 - Any movement that creates blood flow is also going to be beneficial

27:50 - Don’t stop yourself from enjoying what you’re doing

29:10 - Zone 2 mileage increases fitness

31:50 - The two goals to be thinking about in your training week

36:00 - The most important third factor

40:00 - Keeping easy days easy, but how easy?

41:00 - The skill you need that is the biggest indicator of success on race day

45:50 - What else coul you do instead of “junk training”? Alternative solutions

47:40 - If time is poor, what should you prioritize?

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