Polarized Training is a hot topic of conversation and has been a central part of recent criticism toward TrainerRoad’s training plans. In this episode, we cover the basics of endurance training, go in-depth into the ten studies that have been used to criticize TrainerRoad, comprehensively review the current Polarized Training research, and take a deeper look at how TrainerRoad’s training plans are structured, then address the most common questions about them.
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
- Intro 0:00
- How to Critically Analyze Scientific Research 9:53
- The Basics of Endurance Training and Periodization 15:00
- What is Training Intensity Distribution? 19:30
- What is Polarized Training and How Is It Measured? 25:22
- What Are the Five Main Training Intensity Distribution Models? 29:51
- Can You Compare Sweet Spot vs. Polarized? 33:49
- How Do TrainerRoad’s Plan Compare to These Periodization Models? 37:05
- What Does the Current Research Say About Polarized Training? 41:33
- What Conclusions About Polarized Can Be Made Based on the Research? 1:28:32
- Adaptive Training and New TrainerRoad Training Plans 1:31:30
- Who Should Do Sweet Spot Base High Volume 1:34:22
- Adaptive Training Closed Beta Update 1:38:36
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STUDIES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (In order of appearance and discussion)
Six weeks of a polarized training-intensity distribution leads to greater physiological and performance adaptations than a threshold model in trained cyclists. Neal et al, 2013. - https://bit.ly/3t4CKTo
Does Polarized Training Improve Performance in Recreation Runners. Munoz et al, 2014. - https://bit.ly/3rKJyWg
Training-Intensity Distribution During an Ironman Season: Relationship With Competition Performance. Munoz et al, 2013. - https://bit.ly/3voyOPB
Polarized and Pyramidal Training Intensity Distribution: Relationship with a Half-Ironman Distance Triathlon Competition. Selles-Perez et al, 2019. - https://bit.ly/3qDv6ha
Polarized vs Threshold training intensity distribution on endurance sport performance a systematic review and meta-analysis randomized controlled trials. Rosenblat et al, 2018. - https://bit.ly/30BOyAg
Current Scientific Evidence for a Polarized Cardiovascular Endurance Training Model. Hydren, Cohen, 2015. - http://bit.ly/3cnxDXJ
Autonomic Recovery after Exercise in Trained Athletes. Seiler et al, 2007. - https://bit.ly/3l636BC
Training for intense exercise performance: high‐intensity or high‐volume training? Laursen, 2010. - https://bit.ly/3bCACfO
What is best practice for training intensity and duration distribution in endurance athletes? Seiler, 2010. - http://bit.ly/3viRzn8
The Effect of Periodisation and Training Intensity Distribution on Middle- and Long-Distance Running Performance: A Systematic Review. Kenneally et al, 2017. - http://bit.ly/3rAnoWq
The training intensity distribution among well-trained and elite endurance athletes. Stöggl, et al, 2015 - http://bit.ly/3vapG0N
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