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Coaching > Endurance Performance Data Analysis
A Primer in the Power of Data Analytics
By tapping into the power of data analytics coaches can make important decisions more quickly and better prepare athletes for the specific demands of any given race.
Refining Process & Product for a Thriving Coaching Business
Mike Norton leaned into his love of crunching numbers and applying science to differentiate his coaching services and offer more value for athletes.
Human Performance in the World of AI
Coach Grant Holicky explains what technological advances and AI won’t be able to replace in coaches.
Recent Research on Junior Athletes
We review some of the key findings in recent research on junior athlete development.
Balancing Athlete Data and Devices
The options for data and devices are endless and some athletes need their coach to intervene. Coaches Ryan Kohler and Alison Freeman describe the metrics that matter most.
The Craft of Coaching, Live Q&A: Managing CTL
Coaches want to see CTL, or fitness, on the rise. But there are times in the season when CTL will go down. Joe Friel explains why this is critical.
Measuring Performance and Progression
Coaches Joe Friel and former pro cyclist Ben Day talk about setting goals and how measuring progress must include “more than just numbers.”
Training Metrics
Joe Friel provides an overview of the key training metrics that help coaches quantify training load and plan for performance.
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.
Extend Your Analytical Skills
Joe Friel details the ways in which coaches can identify strengths and weaknesses in movement patterns, motivation, and training execution.
Coach’s Corner: Assessing 60- to 90-min Power to Support 20-min Test Data
Coaches Trevor Connor and Ryan Kohler analyze data from longer threshold efforts to support results garnered from the popular 20-minute power test.
Why and How to Monitor Athlete Training Loads
Dr. Stephen Seiler speaks at the Aspire Academy on why and how to monitor athlete training loads.