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Podcast: The Roadman Cycling Podcast
Episode: One Cadence Change That Nearly Doubled VOâ‚‚ Max Gains (Scientific Study)
Description: Apply to join Our Not Done Yet Coaching Community https://www.skool.com/roadmancycling/2026One small change on your bike computer might unlock big performance gains. In a recent study, two groups followed the exact same cycling training plan—same sessions, same hours, same effort. Yet one group improved their VO₂ max by 8.7%, while the other improved by just 4.6%. The difference? Cadence.For years, elite coaches working with some of the world’s best riders have quietly prescribed this specific cadence-focused session. In this episode, we break down the science behind the study...