The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS
CTS
Active vs Passive Heat Training: Which Works Better?
22 minutes Posted Jun 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
Why Heat Training Matters
Active Versus Passive Heat Training
Heat As A Stressor Explained
The 7 To 15 Day Protocol
Heated Endurance Rides In Practice
Hydration And Safety In The Heat
Trade Offs And Common Mistakes
Sauna And Hot Bath Logistics
Combining Methods And Maintenance
How Fast People Adapt To Heat
Coaching Options And Next Steps
Final Takeaways And Sign Off
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Heat adaptation can improve performance, comfort, and recovery in hot conditions. But many athletes make the mistake of treating heat training as free fitness. In this episode, CTS Coach Adam Pulford breaks down the differences between active and passive heat training, how each method works, and why heat should be viewed as a training stressor in its own right. We discuss plasma volume expansion, sauna protocols, heated trainer rides, hydration, recovery considerations, and how to integrate h...