Summary of Tadej Pogačar's Training Secrets Revealed?! | GCN Show Ep. 612

In this episode of the GCN Show, the hosts discuss Tadej Pogačar's remarkable achievements, including being the third rider in history to claim the Triple Crown of Giro Tour and World Championships. They delve into his training secrets revealed during an interview with Peter AA, highlighting Pogačar's impressive power numbers, which range from 320 to 340 watts in Zone 2, and his heart rate, which can reach over 200 bpm at max effort.

Key moments from the cycling world are recounted, including the World Championships where Pogačar's aggressive strategy led to his victory with over 100 km remaining, a move likened to legendary cyclist Eddy Merckx. The hosts also touch on the UCI's new initiative to reward whistleblowers for information on cheating in professional cycling.

In cycling shorts, they share updates on various cycling news, including the passing of industry legend Bob Parlee, a decrease in cycling fatalities in the UK, and a tragic incident involving a junior Swiss rider. They also discuss the impact of Zwift on indoor cycling and celebrate its 10th anniversary.

The show concludes with a lighthearted segment on viewer comments and a caption competition, encouraging audience engagement.

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Notable Quotes

— 01:40 — « Only one person could bestow that honor and he has done it: the previous greatest of all time, Eddie MKS. »
— 02:16 — « It was one of the boldest, most insane moves in the modern era of cycling. »
— 07:35 — « You don't need to ride along with your brakes on anymore, do you? »
— 10:32 — « It's not like anybody's going to go, 'Oh, so that's what you need to do to beat T. Pagat' and then suddenly start doing 350 Watts at Zone 2. »
— 10:46 — « It's a bit like when I first got a power meter; it was the best training tool I ever had, but it was a sudden realization of just how far away I was from the best benchmarks. »

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