By connecting TrainingPeaks with Zwift, you’ll be able to ride structured trainer rides in Zwift, and load your custom TrainingPeaks workout each day. Here’s how to get started: Login to zwift.com and make sure your account is linked on the connections page at https://my.zwift.com/settings/connections If they are connected, disconnect, and then re-connect them again just […]
Getting ready for your first gran fondo or century ride? Increase your overall carbohydrate intake in the lead up 48 hours before the event, to include higher carbohydrate foods such as breads, potatoes, pastas, and rice. Eat a good size (not excessive) breakfast 2-3 hours before the event with foods that will not upset your […]
In many parts of the U.S., early season racing will soon be upon us. Get tuned up with these indoor race-specific workouts. I perform these on my SportCrafters Omnium Trainer and use a large floor fan for cooling. Note: For pacing using PE or a HRM, see Power Training Levels by Training Peaks. More at […]
The bike leg of triathlon and duathlon is essentially a time trial race sandwiched in between swimming and running. You will find subtle differences in training for a true time trial race, such as frequency, duration, and other TT specific workouts. Here are a few tips for your first time trial…
(Originally written in 2009) My first time trial was nine years ago at a Fiesta Island TT. I rode a Specialized M4 road bike with Spinergy Rev-X wheels and clip on aerobars. Coming from a cross-country mountain bike background, and having dabbled in multisport events the previous year, I assumed that racing and training for […]