Building Muscle Isn't Just for Bodybuilders! 🚴 ♂️💪 #cyclingcoach

@FasCatCoaching Many cyclists are fearful of muscle growth but building muscle is KEY to making more watts and riding faster. Bigger muscles mean better durability, more efficiency, and improved recovery on the bike.

In this video, Coach Sierra kicks off a 4-part physiology of weightlifting series covering the four phases: Hypertrophy, Strength, Power, and Maintenance in the way we help cyclist lift weights. You’ll learn:

📍 What hypertrophy really means and why it matters for cyclists 📍 How training volume and load variety drive muscle growth 📍 Why protein (& which amino acid) is critical — and how much you actually need 📍 How cycling fits into the weight room without “killing your gains” 📍 Practical tips on combining your riding with lifting

Whether you’re lifting in the off-season or trying to level up your base training, this video will help you understand the science of hypertrophy and apply it to your cycling.

👉 Watch the full series to see how each phase builds on the next: Hypertrophy → Strength → Power → Maintenance. 👉 Want structured weightlifting plans? Check out the CoachCat App or try FasCat’s 10-Week Weightlifting Plan and 30-Week Off-Season Plan.

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