The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
CTS
What “High Quality Training” Actually Means
8 minutes Posted May 11, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
Why Most Cyclists Guess
Redefining What Quality Means
Pillar One Process And Purpose
Pillar Two Results And Discipline
Pillar Three Fun As A Tool
Low Vs High Quality Ride
The Three Takeaways To Remember
Links Coaching And Closing
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Quality training is often reduced to intensity, but that’s only part of the picture. In this episode, CTS Coach Adam Pulford breaks down what high-quality training actually looks like and why it’s often misunderstood. We cover the three pillars of high-quality training: the process, the result, and yes, the FUN! You’ll learn why pushing harder isn’t the answer, how to close the intention–execution gap, and how to structure rides that actually move your fitness forward. HOST Adam Pulford has...