FTL Athlete Member Content

Dr. Stephen Seiler introduces polarized training during this in-studio podcast with FLO Cycling.

Cold temperatures can have a big impact on our physiology. We detail the performance effects of cold temps, and learn how to combat them.

Coach Ryan Kohler and Trevor Connor analyze climbing intervals at threshold, focusing on the importance of cadence and pace.

Coaches Trevor Connor and Ryan Kohler analyze ride data from one of Trevor’s LSD (long, slow distance) rides in order to explain the correct execution of one of these fundamental rides.

Head Coach Ryan Kohler explores best practices for using mobile apps to monitor nutrition—and reveals the red flags that can indicate when athletes are misusing these apps and developing unhealthy attitudes about their diet.

Coach Trevor Connor and Coach Ryan Kohler walk through their process for interpreting 5×5-minute interval workout sessions in TrainingPeaks.

Coach Grant Holicky and head coach Ryan Kohler teach you how to analyze cyclocross power files in TrainingPeaks.

Coach Connor walks through the Whoop dashboard, analyzes his data, and points out some peculiarities of his physiology that are only revealed through Whoop data.

Dr. Stephen Seiler explains the endurance training zones schemes he uses in research (3 zones) and in practice working with Norwegian coaches and athletes (5 zones) as part of the Norwegian Olympic Federation model.

You have an engine that needs fueling. What happens to your performance when you under fuel?

Grant Holicky breaks down the best cyclocross skill drills to upgrade your ‘cross racing with the help of some highly qualified riders.

Grant Holicky, cyclocross coach, dissects key techniques for an explosive race start, seamless mounting and dismounting, and air-tight cornering.

To avoid the high-intensity effort required to directly measure max heart rate, athletes use prediction equations. Clint Eastwood may or may not approve.