OK. Sometimes the CP tests are hard to execute but you have to do them eventually.
What annoys me is that virtually all of the software packages that I’ve used do not encompass the whole Critical Power testing into one complete ‘process’.
And by that, I mean a guided or explained workout where you are told what to do and then which creates and saves your training zones afterwards. It relieves you of the hassle of having to workout your zones (or find a web page that does) and THEN input them into your device.
Whilst all of that is not a massive pain-in-the-proverbial it is still mildly inconvenient; and with all the tech we have and the good money we have paid for it, that automation should be there already.
Well. Some great (OK, well GOOD news) news from STRYD. That’s EXACTLY what they are planning to do in the very near future. KUDOS to them. Nice.
https://club.stryd.com/t/stryd-app-features-and-live-coaching/1495
Last Updated on 2 June 2022 by the5krunner
My favourite kit and nutrition
- Maurten — the race nutrition trusted by elite athletes. Gels and drink mix engineered to be easy on the stomach.
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter — the small adapter that keeps your charging cable tidy at the stem. Essential for race day.
- Garmin charging puck — the fastest and most reliable way to top up your Garmin before a session.
- Ravemen FR300 — front light that mounts directly under your Garmin or Wahoo head unit. Keeps your bars clean and your beam pointed where it matters.
- Garmin Varia RTL515 — radar rear light that alerts you to vehicles approaching from behind. Pairs with your Edge or Garmin watch.
- Stryd — the footpod that brings running power to your Garmin. The single most useful running upgrade I have made.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2 — the power meter pedals most serious cyclists end up choosing. Accurate, easy to move between bikes.
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tfk is the founder and author of the5krunner, an independent endurance sports technology publication. With 20 years of hands-on testing of GPS watches and wearables, and competing in triathlons at an international age-group level, tfk provides in-depth expert analysis of fitness technology for serious athletes and endurance sport competitors. ID
