Cycling Physiology & Performance: FTP, Power, and Progress Tracking

Understanding how your body produces and sustains power leads to smarter training decisions. These guides break down FTP, power zones, VO2, and testing methods so you can measure improvement, pace efforts accurately, and train with clearer purpose.

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Most Effective Cycling Intervals You Need to Try for Faster Gains

Cycling intervals can completely change how strong and confident you feel on the bike.

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What Happens When You Cycle Fasted and Is It Really Safe

Cycling fasted has sparked plenty of debate among riders, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts.

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Why Your Neck Could Be the First Thing to Fail on an Ultra Ride

You’ve trained your legs, lungs, and mind for endless miles, but have you ever trained your neck?

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Discover the Secret of Maximum Overload for Cyclists and Reach New Power Levels

If you’ve ever hit a plateau on the bike where progress just stops, you’re not alone.

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How Many Calories Does Cycling Really Burn? Try This Kcal Calculator

Ever wondered how many calories you actually burn during a ride?

Cyclists performing VO2 Max exercises on a winding road to improve endurance and power output.

How VO2 Max Exercises Improve Cycling Performance (What You Should Know)

Ever wondered why some cyclists seem to float up climbs while others gasp for air?

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Is Cycling a Good Workout? The Surprising Benefits You’ll Actually Feel

Let’s be honest, when you ask is cycling a good workout, you’re not looking for a dry, textbook answer.

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What FTP Really Means in Cycling (FTP Meaning) And Why It Matters for Your Training

If you’ve been around cycling circles, you’ve likely heard riders talk about FTP meaning as if it’s the secret code to better performance.

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Which Burns More Calories, Cycling or Running? The Truth May Surprise You

If you’ve ever wondered whether cycling or running burns more calories, you’re not alone.

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FTP Test Cycling – A Simple Guide to Finding Your True Power

If you want to train smarter, not just harder, then learning how to do an FTP test cycling session is essential.

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Glute Activation Exercises for Cycling – Unlock Power, Prevent Pain and Ride Stronger

Most cyclists focus on quads and calves, but here’s the truth...your glutes are the real engine of your pedal stroke.

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How to Get Better at Cycling Uphill: Intervals That Actually Work

No cyclist ever forgets the first time they blew up halfway up a steep hill.

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