{"id":1069,"date":"2015-12-04T07:23:18","date_gmt":"2015-12-04T12:23:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/velologic.com\/publishing\/?p=1069"},"modified":"2015-12-07T21:59:41","modified_gmt":"2015-12-08T02:59:41","slug":"whats-the-big-deal-about-froomes-data","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/velologic.com\/publishing\/2015\/12\/whats-the-big-deal-about-froomes-data\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s the Big Deal About Froome’s Data?"},"content":{"rendered":"

What matters most is not the numbers but something hidden in his head<\/h2>\n

Froome\u2019s physiological test data is supposed to be released today.\u00a0There is much anticipation, particularly in regard to possible doping; but is it really that big a deal?<\/p>\n

I think it depends on how you look at cycling. For many it is the be all and end all of cycling. The Pythagorean camp is obsessed with their numbers\u2026 and knowing everyone else\u2019s numbers.<\/p>\n

The only problem with that viewpoint is that it\u2019s contradicted by the facts.<\/p>\n

For one thing, cycling is not a contest of brute strength or even endurance. It\u2019s a game of chess on wheels. There\u2019s strategy and tactics. There\u2019s knowing yourself, your strengths and weaknesses. And just as importantly, knowing your adversaries \u2013 their strengths and weaknesses.<\/p>\n

And then there\u2019s the biggie\u2026<\/p>\n

No doubt you\u2019ve heard me go on and on about it, mindset. In my opinion, what\u2019s in your head is far more important than what\u2019s in your legs. Mindset can overcome a big disadvantage elsewhere, and it can inhibit and erode a big advantage.<\/p>\n

Data is but one dimension. In reality there\u2019s a complex intersection of, yes numbers (quantitative factors), but also a universe of mental factors that manage the numbers, apply knowledge of the needs of the rider and the training required, race strategies and tactics.<\/p>\n

And behind it all is a mindset that drives the entire enterprise, that craves and demands success\u2026 or not.<\/p>\n

Data is but one dimension, and probably the least important. It sure helps, but if you\u2019re looking for salvation there, good luck.<\/p>\n

Cycling Weekly has a good article giving some much needed context, including counter examples for the \u201cPythagorean\u201d number worshippers, but is data even half the story? The real story is hidden in head.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Get Too Excited about Chris Froome\u2019s Data, its Only Half the Story<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.cyclingweekly.co.uk\/news\/latest-news\/opinion-dont-get-too-excited-about-chris-froomes-data-its-only-half-the-story-202614<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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