Вот что говорит тренер команды "Астана" про зону 2 и 3! Велоспорт. Тренировки на велосипеде!

Online training https://t.me/v_40_let_na_velosiped/1282 Podcast host Anthony Walsh, a former professional cyclist and coach, began by saying that everyone thinks the secret to success in cycling is training harder, longer, and faster. But what if the key is actually the opposite? What if you need to ride easier? Much, much easier. In response, Vasilis explains why the world's best riders are increasingly turning to riding in the very first, easiest intensity zone. Yes, that's right, a zone that's even easier than the infamous second zone. He explained how this non-obvious, counterintuitive approach unlocks new levels of performance that previously seemed unattainable. And that's not all. If you watch the interview to the end, the host and Vasilis will dive into the UCI points system in detail. Vasilis revealed exactly how Team Astana managed to beat this system in 2025. They transformed themselves from a team that was on the brink of elimination from the WorldTour last season to one of the highest-ranked teams in the world this season. In short, this isn't just another conversation about watts and intervals. It's a true masterclass in how modern cycling works—both on and off the bike. So, the conversation begins. The host recalls their previous conversation and a topic they hadn't yet covered—happiness. He asks, "A happy athlete is usually a fast athlete. How do you rate the role of pleasure in sport? Do you consider it a powerful driver of performance?" Look—even the pros are already talking about pleasure and happiness. And Vasilis (Team Astana coach) replies that they definitely do, especially now that sport has become so competitive. The numbers produced by modern riders are simply incredibly high. If you're not giving it your all, you simply have no chance of succeeding. Many people quit the sport altogether because they can't handle the pressure. Therefore, happiness is a crucial factor. We, as a team, must do everything possible to ensure that the riders are not only physically prepared for the start but also happy enough to perform at their best. We must be the best place for them to relax, so that they're happy not only during the race, but also in the morning when they wake up and think, "Great, I'll go to practice." The presenter uses an analogy from the amateur world. He says we all know about the power of compound interest: you put aside a little money every month, and after 25-30 years, you'll have a decent sum. It's the same in sports. The best amateurs he's seen become strong not in the first or second year, but after five, six, seven, or even ten years. But now we live in an era of total data overload. Everyone measures their heart rate, sleep, sweat, and tracks and calculates everything. Amateurs copy the pros and end up drowning in this data. Many miss the power of compound interest because they're so fixated on the immediate results that they burn out and quit the sport without any enjoyment. It's worth quoting coach Joe Friel, who claimed that, regardless of age, an athlete will progress during the first 10 years of training. Closed group for PRO CYCLING fans https://web.tribute.tg/s/I3c Strava Club for subscribers https://strava.app.link/40tP1gaisKb THANKS FOR WATCHING, SUBSCRIBING, AND LIKE! Greetings! This is Andrey Shumilov, founder of the online cycling community "BICYCLE AT 40" I train, race, study cycling theory, and I have a lot to share with you. For example: How to train as a beginner over 40 How to ride your first 100 km without complications How to prepare for your first bike race and finish successfully What to eat and how to train to lose weight, and much more And all this without a personal trainer, injuries, or expensive equipment. Here's what the Astana team coach says about zones 2 and 3! Cycling. Health. Training. Astana team coach: Zone 3 is "garbage kilometers"! Cycling. Bike training!