I think the correct genes would help, but I have no doubt that many people could compete at the worlds with the correct training over many years. Obviously poor genes would hold you back.Originally posted by legs gone
Does one need to have the genes for the 4k pursuit or can one compete at the words with the right training.
Originally posted by legs gone
what type of training is needed for pursuit
Oh yes, I remember the burn of all those standing starts, short intevals and lactate stacking sessions from when I was a junior!!!!Originally posted by acoggan
Let's not forget anaerobic capacity, which on average accounts for ~25% of total energy production in a 3k and ~15% of total energy production in a 4k.
Originally posted by 2LAP
Oh yes, I remember the burn of all those standing starts, short intevals and lactate stacking sessions from when I was a junior!!!!
Originally posted by velomanct
anything is possible with the right training and lifestyle.
Originally posted by acoggan
Anything? Half of the variability between individuals in VO2max is apparently due to genetic factors. Furthermore, of the remaining 50% that is due to environmental factors (e.g., training/lifestyle), about half of *that* seems to be due to gene-environment interaction effects (think of it as "sensitivity to training" if that helps). Only about 25% of the variation in VO2max is completely under our control.
As the saying goes: if you want to be an elite athlete, start by picking your parents wisely.
Originally posted by velomanct
i just like to think that anything is possible. i know i don't have the genetics of great racers, but its a dream of mine to race pro.(im 19)
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