After months full of competitions and training, it’s time to take a deep breath, recharge your energy, and start the new season with fresh motivation.
We’ll show you how to make the most of the transition phase and plan the upcoming season smartly.
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August brings long days, holidays, new surroundings… and training conditions that are nothing like what you’re used to. Are you working out in the mountains? Under the blazing sun? After hours of travel or a late night? Then it’s time to ask an important question: Are your training zones still accurate? Let’s look at how heat, altitude, and accumulated fatigue can impact your training zones — and how to adapt without throwing away your progress.
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MTB: 6 Things to Know Before You Start
Getting started with mountain biking, especially if you’re coming from road cycling or have little experience on rough terrain, means approaching a completely different learning curve. But don’t get discouraged: MTB can become a second playground, where technique, control, and variety offer a unique dimension to cycling. In this article, we present 5 essential things to know before getting started with a mountain bike.
The connection between 2PEAK and Wahoo is now more powerful and seamless than ever: with direct two-way sync, planned workouts are sent straight to your Wahoo device so you can complete them directly from your watch — and once done, your activities sync automatically back to 2PEAK – without any manual steps.
Good news for indoor training fans: you can now export your 2PEAK workouts directly to Zwift and complete them in the world’s most popular virtual training platform—for both cycling and running.
What’s behind a smart training plan? This article walks you through the core concepts of training with 2PEAK – from periodization and training zones to performance tests. You’ll learn how to plan your season strategically, but also how to read and understand your workout descriptions on the platform. On top of that, it introduces advanced tools, helping you tailor your training based on your unique strengths and goals.
If there’s one often overlooked but essential aspect of cycling, it’s tire pressure. A detail that can make the difference between a smooth ride and an uncomfortable or, worse, risky experience. But what should the ideal pressure be? The answer depends on several factors: the type of bike, the rider’s weight, the terrain, and even the weather conditions. Let’s explore how to find the right balance to get the most out of your tires.
Triathlon is more than just a race – it’s a test of endurance, mental resilience, and strategic preparation. Swimming, cycling, and running unfold seamlessly, pushing both body and mind to their limits. Successfully tackling this challenge requires structured training, efficient energy management, and a well-balanced approach at every stage. Discover 5 key elements for effective preparation and race with confidence!
An efficient cardiovascular system adapts flexibly to different levels of effort and recovery phases. A key indicator of this adaptability is heart rate variability (HRV). But what exactly does it mean, and why is it so important for endurance athletes like cyclists, runners, and swimmers?
Winter is the perfect time to build the foundation for your fitness and prepare to achieve your future goals successfully. If you love being on skis, surrounded by mountain nature, activities like cross-country skiing and ski mountaineering offer the ideal opportunity to train while having fun. These sports not only allow you to explore breathtaking landscapes but are also perfect for improving strength, endurance, and coordination.