Host topics covered on this episode: 1:45 Developing an athlete’s skills. Does skills training find its way into a training program? When is the right time to focus on training skills? 23:30 Do pre-race openers (or primers) give a performance benefit to the athlete. Is there any research supporting this? 43:40 Is there merit in implementing a ‘prepackaged’ training plan for endurance athletes? Audience topics: 1:04:30 Positive feedback from Manthan. 1:06:30 Luca wants to know if a prepackaged plan is applicable for an absolute beginner level athlete. 1:08:50 Which is the most reliable test (if any) for determining FTP? Does this change depend on rider type (sprinter vs. climber)? 1:14:00 The relationship between Peak Power Output and FTP. 1:18:10 Determining FTP from methods outside of testing. This episodes panel: Jason Boynton PhD boyntoncoaching.com Damian Ruse semiprocycling.com Cyrus Monk cyclistscientist.com