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Training on a heavier bike should improve acceleration when racing on a light bike. ive heard of cyclist loading up panniers just for the extra weight, would also help them on hill climbs tho thats not track. Just like those weighted vests that american footballers and other athletes use. I tried ankle weights for basketball years ago and they helped, tho they are an injury risk. Rugby player and sprinters run with sleds(with weight) attached by a harness.
the stationary trainer with the heavy flywheel doesnt slip when doing standing starts, wattbikes dont even have a realistic standing start. One of the senior members on my team mentioned he was thinking of buying one for the club.
I race already but Im interested in learning as much as possible. Ive looked thru fixedgear fever and read 'upupup!'. Theres just doesnt seem to be many training books out there.
running in the ocean is good for footballers. The Japanese do short uphill sprints on a purpose built training area at keirin schools.
ive done weight work to prepare for this season, single leg leg-press, not all cyclists realise its better to do 1leg at a time. It doesnt look as hardcore with half the weight. Im switching to OLY lifts for next season, and front squat