Training talk with Sebastian Zeller | EP#259

Sebastian Zeller, PhD, is a full-time triathlon coach with a strong background in sports science.  In this training talk we cover a number of key topics on endurance training, and Sebastian goes into detail on his approach and methodology. 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-Sebastian's coaching approach

-Using lab testing to individualise training

-Training structure and appropriate use of different intensity levels

-Key markers of performance: VO2max, VLaMax, FatmMax, Anaerobic Threshold, Lactate Minimum

-The impact of muscle fiber type (fast twitch and slow twitch) on training

-Using Heart Rate Variability to analyse training

-Projects on carbohydrate combustion and ketones with Bora Hansgrohe cycling team

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• Sebastian's Instagram
• Proathletes.de website, Instagram
• Triathlon Crew Cologne Youtube-channel and Podcast (Triathlongelaber)
• Dan Lorang – coach of Jan Frodeno, Anne Haug and Bora Hansgrohe pro cycling team | EP#175
• FTP, VO2max and VLaMax: what triathletes need to know with Sebastian Weber | EP#169
• Physiology, Training, and INSCYD with Sebastian Weber (part 1) | EP#237
• Physiology, Training, and INSCYD with Sebastian Weber (part 2) | EP#238
• Training structure, periodisation and the science of winning with Jan Olbrecht, PhD | EP#198
• Polarised training with Stephen Seiler, PhD | EP#177

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