Quinn Simmons Explains His BRUTAL Training Regimen

In this conversation, professional cyclist Quinn Simmons shares insights into his training philosophy, recovery strategies, and nutrition practices. He discusses the importance of consistent training, the role of altitude in performance, and his approach to strength training. Quinn emphasizes the need for hard work and dedication in cycling, as well as the mental aspects of high-intensity workouts. He also reflects on his personal experiences and the adjustments he has made to optimize his performance on the bike. Thanks, Quinn! Find him on IG here:   / skin.quimmons   Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Quinn's Background 01:16 - Training Philosophy: Fatigue Resistance & Recovery 03:17 - Fueling Strategy: 120+ Grams Carbs Per Hour 04:52 - Food Tracking & Weight Management 08:15 - Signature Training Session: 4.5 Hour Endurance + 30/30s 09:32 - Low Cadence Training: 10-Minute Intervals at 50 RPM 12:44 - Strength Training: Why Quinn Stopped Lifting Weights 14:01 - Race Simulation: 5x6 Minutes into Fat Max Training 16:22 - VO2 Max Sessions: Going Until You Fall Off the Bike 20:28 - Training Periodization & Peak Management 21:15 - What's Underrated: Just Do the Work (28-30 Hours/Week) 24:02 - Training in America vs Europe: Why Quinn Stays Home 27:22 - Scooter Training: High-Speed Race Simulation 29:07 - Zone 2 Power: 280-290 Watts vs Lower Intensities 33:24 - What Doesn't Work: Low Carb, Fasted Rides, Extra Supplements 35:33 - Finding Your Limit: Going Over & Recovering 38:03 - Pre-Training Breakfast: 1,450 Calories & Corn Flakes 39:30 - Closing Thoughts & World Tour Rider Friendliness Join this channel to get access to videos a month early! And it directly supports the channel so we can bring you more content!    / @evoqbike   👋🏽 If you're new to the channel, welcome! Check out some other training resources below, like our new TrainingPlans Store! Training Plans Starting at $19! https://www.evoq.bike/training-plans 🚀TrainingPeaks Store Programs: https://tinyurl.com/TP-Store 💥Ketones, Delta G Tactical: https://www.deltagketones.com/EVOQ20 CODE Brendan for 15% off 😈 Lactigo: www.lactigo.com/brendan MORE WATTS and LESS BURN Full Blog With Training Tips: www.evoq.bike/blog Subscribe to Our Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/ggRc4n Follow Along on Strava:   / strava   EVOQ Training Packs: https://www.evoq.bike/training-packs Airofit: https://www.airofit.com/?sca_ref=4765... Best Chamois Cream: https://www.hellobluecbd.com/, Code Brendan Cordyceps Mushrooms: https://shop.realmushrooms.com?ref=62 Best shades: https://www.julbo.com/en_us/ Calorify: https://calorify.com Discount Code EVOQ Donate to EVOQ.BIKE for all the Free Content: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...