Blog: The Coaching Chronicles

VO2 Max Block Training and Maintenance + A Free 8 Week Training Plan

block periodization

Endurance coaches and athletes are continually searching for effective ways to boost cycling performance, and block periodization for VO2 max training has emerged as an exciting approach. Traditionally, cyclists spread VO2 max workouts throughout their training cycle, usually performing one or two sessions per week. However, recent scientific studies highlight the benefits of concentrating these…

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High Altitude Training, Racing and Events

Altitude Webinar Tile

Learn how to maximize performance at altitude. This presentation covers high altitude effects, training benefits, protocols, pacing, return strategies, race day tips, and key supplements. By Taylor Warren. Source Endurance

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Inside the Staff Meeting: Optimal Crank Length

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Go inside a Source Endurance staff meeting as Coaches and Master Fitters Zack Allison and Matt Hill discuss optimal crank length.

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SDSU Cycling and Source Endurance Announce Partnership to Elevate Collegiate Cycling Performance

SDSU Cycling

SAN DIEGO, CA – SDSU Cycling, a dynamic and growing sport club at San Diego State University, and Source Endurance, a leading provider of science-based cycling coaching and performance services, are excited to announce a new partnership aimed at enhancing the performance and development of SDSU cyclists. This collaboration will provide SDSU Cycling athletes with access…

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Source Endurance/ Parks Law Firm Cycling Team Announce 2025 Partnership

Parks Law Firm Cycling

20 March 2025. Source Endurance, a leading provider of cycling coaching and performance services, and the Parks Law Firm Cycling Team, a prominent competitive cycling team, are pleased to announce their partnership for the 2025 season. This collaboration will see Source Endurance provide comprehensive coaching, performance analysis, and training support to the Parks Law Firm Cycling…

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The Path to Junior Cycling Success: Coaching for the Next Generation

Junior Cycling Success - Coaching

What began as a childhood hobby soon became a lifelong pursuit that would shape my career and personal growth. Over the past 12 years, I’ve raced in road cycling, cyclocross, and mountain biking, competing in dozens of states, several countries, and at multiple national championships. Through this journey, I’ve learned how to create a path…

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Finding the Perfect Openers: What Science Says About Pre-Race Cycling Workouts

cyclist warming up on the trainer before a race

Finding the Perfect Openers: What Science Says About Pre-Race Cycling Workouts If you’ve ever felt sluggish at the start of a race or struggled to hit your rhythm early on, you’re not alone. Many cyclists use openers-short, high-intensity efforts performed the day before or the morning of an event-to activate their muscles and prepare for…

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5 Ways to Get More Protein for Cycling

More Protein

Recover faster, build muscle, and support numerous bodily functions with protein. While most athletes understand protein to be an important nutrient, they may not know how much they need or if they’re getting the right amount per day. Timing is also an important aspect of optimizing protein for cycling. We know that the body can…

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Improve Flexibility, Boost Cycling Performance

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Written by: Coach Sofia Schugar Hire Coach Sofia to guide you towards your goals! If you’re not currently doing it then incorporating a regular stretching routine can significantly enhance your performance and overall cycling experience. This simple guide outlines a series of targeted stretches designed to improve flexibility, prevent injury, and promote faster recovery, helping…

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VO2 Max Testing in San Diego with Source Endurance

Running Vo2 max

Did you know that Source Endurance has partnered with San Diego State University to offer laboratory performance testing??? The SDSU lab offers VO2 max testing, along with lactate threshold testing and DEXA scans. This is a great time of year to get baseline data to help you tailor your training approach to meet your upcoming…

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