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Steroids, DIY Cheap Nutrition Products, Inflammation and More – Ask a Cycling Coach 289
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SARMS are banned substances surrounded by plenty of confusion, so what do we actually know about them? Tune in for a deep dive into SARMS, DIY nutrition products that are cheap and accessible, and how to reduce inflammation but still prioritize recovery.
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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE
- What are SARMS, the side effects, and why are they illegal? 18:09
- How much inflammation is too much and is it necessary to get faster? 39:49
- Are antioxidants and NSAIDS bad for recovery? 50:01
- Should you lick your heart rate strap? 1:10:55
- How to use Plan Builder if you don’t have a race on your calendar? 1:12:47
- Strength training without a gym 1:15:03
- How to identify limiters 1:17:19
- Ultra-distance training with short workouts 1:21:33
- How to train for a Gran Fondo 1:23:37
- DIY cheap nutrition options 1:27:25
- Why we produce mucus when training 1:34:51
- Does blackcurrant make you faster? 1:54:48
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