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Performance losses after training breaks: How quickly does performance drop?

Endurance athletes often face the apprehension of losing their hard-earned fitness during training breaks, whether chosen or involuntary. This concern is partly valid, as research suggests that a decline in fitness can occur after approximately two weeks without training. In this article, explore the concept of detraining, discover the factors that accelerate performance loss, and learn effective methods to mitigate its effects.

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Heat and performance loss: how much do cyclists and triathletes lose?

Summer heat can put a significant strain on our bodies. This is because high temperatures make it harder to achieve training goals and pace targets, as we have to exert more physical effort. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the effects of summer heat on cycling and triathlon performance.

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Competition Knowledge Base

7 tips to calm nerves before a race

Pre-race anxiety is a widespread feeling among athletes, regardless of experience or sport practiced. The combination of butterflies in the stomach, nervousness and excitement, combined with performance anxiety, usually occurs a few days before the event or at the starting line. There are several ways to manage stress and turn negative agitation into positive energy. Here are seven simple tips.

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Competition FIT for LIFE Swimming Triathlon

Swimming starts in triathlon

When hundreds or even thousands of neoprene figures plunge into the water at the same time at the start of a triathlon, a lack of space and breath is guaranteed. Here are the best tips.

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2PEAK Functions

How to define your training week in 2PEAK

The weekly schedule in 2PEAK is where you set your time budget for training. In combination with your training history and your goals, the specified time slots form the basis for calculating your daily training. Below are some tips on what to look for when creating your weekly schedule.

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6 tips for training on holiday

The racing season for many cyclists and triathletes often coincides with the summer holidays, and a complete break from training is not an option at this time. So how do you maintain your training during the holidays and preserve the hard-won fitness of the previous months? We have put together six tips to answer this question.

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Exploiting the supercompensation phase

There is no progress in training without supercompensation. However, this can only be exploited with the right distance between training stimuli.

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The importance of knowing your aerobic-anaerobic threshold

If you know your aerobic and anaerobic thresholds, you will train more efficiently and more targeted. If you are stagnating in your training, at the latest, you should deal with this.

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2PEAK Functions Knowledge Base

2PEAK App Guide: step-by-step instructions 

In our 2PEAK guide we provide a detailed explanation of how the app works and an overview of the most important functions. Start your journey through our AI-based training plans for triathlon, cycling and running.

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Cycling Knowledge Base

Pacing on the bike: How best to manage power

What is the best way to manage energy? Pedal steadily or with acceleration, accelerate on the flat or uphill? Whether you prefer short or long distance, we have tips that will make you faster on any route.