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Trainsharp Q&A: Why FTP isn't everything
Season 4, Ep. 3
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We chat with Alex Welburn- professional coach with Trainsharp. Alex is well known for his MTB, Cyclocross and Road Racing results and performances- and coaching results an clients speak for themselves too. Alex has BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and MSc applied physiology so he knows his stuff.
We cover a range of topics including FTP and why isn't everything, mistakes people make when starting out training, how to prepare for a season that doesn't exist yet and much more.
Massive thanks to Alex for his time and expertise- if you like what you hear and would like to check out Trainsharp further then go to www.trainsharpcyclecoaching.co.uk
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