Polarized Training Pathway
In collaboration with Dr. Stephen Seiler, the “father of polarized training,” we have curated everything you need to know about the 80/20 training method.
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Training > Endurance Performance Data Analysis
Aerodynamic Sensors for Cycling
Learn what aero sensors do for cyclists and whether or not the tech is worth adding to training.
A Comparison of Different Training Platforms
While many athletes and coaches rely on TrainingPeaks to analyze and archive their training data, there are several other notable programs worth considering.
What Are Neural Networks—and How Can They Help Your Training?
We dive deep into the world of AI to understand how it can be used for optimal training and performance.
What Does It Take to Break the Bike Course Record at Kona?
Sam Laidlow took almost five minutes off the bike course record at the Ironman World Championship. We do a deep-dive analysis on his power file to find out how he did it.
Predicting Performance with Data and Feel
Trying to predict your performance can be nerve-wracking but in this era of training metrics and numbers, data can tell you a lot.
How to Analyze Your Gravel Ride
Coach Ryan Kohler demonstrates how to analyze ride data from a gravel workout with a high aerobic strain.
Advanced Performance Data Analysis Pathway
Learn advanced data analysis for cycling, triathlon, and running workouts and races. With new data analysis tools, you can make better decisions about your training.
A Deeper Dive into Intervals.icu Charts: Pre-Built and Custom Charts
Coach Ryan Kohler highlights his favorite Intervals.icu analysis tools and how to use them to improve your training.
Quantifying Hard Efforts
Dr. Stephen Cheung explores the various ways athletes and coaches can quantify hard efforts, and how this can inform training.
Dr. Seiler and Siren Seiler Analyze Molly Seidel’s Olympic Marathon Training
Dr. Stephen Seiler and his daughter, an elite runner and sport science student, analyze bronze medalist Molly Seidel’s Olympic training.
Chronic Training Load (CTL) Isn’t Everything
Coach Connor busts several myths as he discusses the good, the bad, and the ugly of CTL.
Q&A on Travel and Training, CTL, Race Prep, and Big Gear LSD Rides, with Kendra Wenzel
Coach Wenzel helps answer questions on travel, final race prep, big gear work on LSD rides, pushing through exhaustion, and training races.
An Introduction to Training Metrics, Part 2
The interrelationship between form, fitness, and fatigue is the basis for quantifying training load. Performance Management Charts help athletes visualize and interpret that balance. Coach Trevor Connor explains the science.
Coach Connor’s Favorite WKO Features
TrainingPeaks is popular, but WKO5 is a much more powerful tool. Coach Trevor Connor has extensive experience with WKO and shares his favorite features.
An Introduction to Training Metrics, Part 1
Physiologists and coaches have attempted to quantify training through both external and internal measures. We review the primary training metrics and detail the benefits and shortcomings of each.
The Most Powerful Features of Intervals.icu
Head Coach Ryan Kohler details his favorite features of intervals.icu, a relatively new data analysis tool.
Should We Race by Numbers? With Dirk Friel
Should you pay attention to the numbers on your head unit while you’re racing? If so, which ones, and when? We dive in with TrainingPeaks co-founder Dirk Friel.
The Best Features of TrainingPeaks, Strava, and Garmin Connect
We highlight the most powerful features of each of the three most popular training analysis tools.