How much faster are the pros and what you need to emulate them.

[FishFright]

How would Salbutamol help? If you’re breathing fine then it won’t make you breathe any better. If you abuse Salbutamol you can lose weight a little faster but we’re talking marginal gains here.

If that was true then no one would have ever a failed test

 

[Milzy]

If that was true then no one would have ever a failed test

I’ve had asthma for 30 years. Taking more than the stated dose of Salbutamol makes you feel jittery and rough. I’ve never needed to cut weight so fast, so never tried.

 

[Racing roadkill]

I know how to ride at their pace. I know which kit I need, and which parameters to look at. However, I’m too old. There’s no way I can put out the power they do, as long as they do.

 

[lane]

For anyone interested in the science of being a pro this is a good read. It does discuss the impact of genetics and also having an obesssion with performance. Other booksellers are available.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faster-Obsession-Science-Fastest-Cyclists/dp/1408843757