Summer time brings good weather and often a more relaxed schedule to enjoy long rides. It is also the season for races and peak training, which means more hours spent on the bike for most of us. However, the fun of the cycling season is counterbalanced by the additional demands the heat and the higher mileage […]
Comparing the Real-World Accuracy of Mechanical Cycling Power Meters
Mechanical cycling power meters are delicate devices that perform hundreds of measurements every minute, in the very noisy environment of a bike pounded continuously by an aggresive rider, the wind, and the bumps of the road. It is remarkable that, with all these complications, the manufacturers of mechanical power meters report accuracies as good as 1-3%. Independent tests reported in […]
When to race with your aerobars
Since Greg LeMond used them in the 1989 Tour de France to secure an 8 second overall win over Laurent Fignon at the final time trial, aerobars have become a staple of time trials and triathlons for both pros and amateurs. Using aerobars allows you to ride tucked in, reducing the surface area that you expose against the wind, and […]
Best Post-Ride Stretches
You may have been slacking with your yoga practice, never have given thought to stretching, or think you’re not flexible enough, but that is no reason to skip this easy and highly beneficial post ride stretching routine. Stick to these few easy must-do stretches after your ride and your body will thank you. Standing or […]
Try This Juicy Salmon to Refuel and Rebuild
Salmon is one of the wonder foods, packed with protein, Omega-3 acids, B vitamins, and minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and selenium. It is no wonder that it features prominently in any athlete’s nutrition plan. The best kind is wild salmon, especially when in season. But you can easily throw a few fillets in your freezer during […]
Creating a PowerEdge User Profile
When using the PowerEdge power meter app, it is easy to create profiles for different users who will be using the same device and for multiple bicycles for the same user. For example, if you will be using your power meter on your road bike and your time trial bike, you may create two profiles […]
A No-Hassle Way to Measure Your Threshold Power
“Threshold power?” you say. “What is that?” Well, it is nothing mysterious, but it is something that is ultra useful for training. That is the highest power or effort that you can sustain for a prolonged period of time, such as 30 minutes.
Beginner’s Guide to Cycling and Power Training Plans
PowerEdge has partnered with Excell Tri Coaching to design goal-oriented, easy-to-use power training plans for beginner cyclists. Whether you want to get fit, train for a road race in your town, do your first triathlon, or have a personal cycling goal, the 8-week Power Challenge Training Plan for Beginners is a great place to start. […]
Why Train with Power?
Pros have known the benefits of training with power for a long time, but the prohibitive price tag of mechanical power meters has also meant that it was mostly the pros who could train with power. But what can power training do for the average athlete or one working toward crit races and age group placements, […]
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