The INSCYD test yields a powerful set of metrics, including VO2max, VLAmax, and an athlete’s complete metabolic profile. USA Cycling Level 1 Coach Ryan Kohler explores the INSCYD test protocol and how to analyze its results.
Coach Grant Holicky discusses the critical process by which goals are created, and also the method by which they are achieved.
We explore the skills, techniques, and pacing strategies you need to take on any gravel event.
We review the art and science of developing and maintaining an annual training plan, which helps athletes progress and perform at their best.
Many tools and techniques promise recovery benefits. But the science suggests that the fundamentals—sleep and nutrition to fuel the brain—may be the best place to invest.
The “comments” field in TrainingPeaks is not to be ignored: It can be a helpful guide for coaches and a useful reference for athletes.
We explore whether Strava and other new training apps can make you faster, and how to effectively fit them into a structured training plan.
Coaches Trevor Connor and Ryan Kohler review TrainingPeaks metrics such as Acute and Chronic Training Load (ATL/CTL), Training Stress Balance (TSB), and discuss the interactions among the metrics.
Dr. Stephen Seiler analyzes a 13-plus-hour Zwift ride by Jonas Abrahamsen of the Uno-X Pro Cycling Team from Norway.
Dr. Stephen Cheung reviews recent research that addresses the question of whether strength training can make you faster on the bike.
Coaches Ryan Kohler and Trevor Connor demonstrate how to spot trends in the relationship between power and heart rate using intervals.icu.
In this workshop, Dr. Stephen Seiler dives into the specifics of a famous Mat Hayman training session and also discusses how to “measure” high-intensity repeatability.
We discuss the nuances of base season planning, from the appropriate intensity distribution to the time it takes to produce gains from both aerobic and anaerobic work, and much more.
A blood profile can help athletes track progress and diagnose issues—but they need to know what to look for and work with a physician to interpret the data. This article will help to demystify your blood profile.
Dr. Stephen Seiler demystifies training scores and metrics, giving athletes a clear definition of the fundamental principles of sport science.
Environmental physiologist Dr. Stephen Cheung addresses whether the amount of fat and carbohydrate used for energy changes with the temperature.
Sports medicine guru Dr. Andy Pruitt presents the science and symptoms of the most common knee injuries in cyclists.
Dr. Stephen Seiler answers five endurance training questions on heart rate, zones, polarized training, rest, and much more.