How Keegan Swenson Won Unbound Gravel, Altitude, and More – Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 421
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** ** TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

** ** (0:00) Welcome! (1:00) Keegan’s nutrition strategy at Unbound (22:17) What tools and spares did Keegan carry with him for Unbound (25:46) Unbound Gravel tire choice (31:54) How did Keegan get through the mud so well? (33:27) How to stop mud from accumulating on your bike (42:46) How to know whether you should chase an attack or let it go How to let a disappointing result motivate you (49:46) How Keegan manages pressure to perform and self doubt (59:48)  How to adjust your training plan for high altitude (1:09:30) Common mistakes that make you slower How to balance structured and unstructured training

** ** RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Unbound Gravel Course: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41531560) 

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