The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
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Why You’re Overcomplicating Endurance Training
13 minutes Posted Apr 20, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
The Zone 2 Buzzword Problem
What Zone 2 Actually Means
Zone Systems And Common Language
Zone 2A Vs 2B And FTP
FatMax Myths And Training Confusion
Keep Zones Simple And Individualize
Practical Zone 2 Targets By Day
Zone 2C And 2D Called Out
Hard Efforts Need RPE Not Microzones
Final Takeaways And Simple Advice
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Zone 2 training has become increasingly complicated, with subzones like 2a, 2b, and even 2c being thrown around. But does any of that actually improve your training? In this episode, we break down what Zone 2 really is, why most of this added complexity is unnecessary, and how to organize your endurance training more effectively. The goal is simple: build aerobic fitness without overthinking it. When it comes to endurance, simplicity done consistently beats complexity every time. ​​Free C...