A runner training with power from a foot pod (Source: Stryd) In the evolution of endurance sports, the integration of power metrics has revolutionized training and performance, particularly in cycling. Now, this paradigm is making significant inroads into the running...
In any area of life—business, academics, or sports—establishing a “system” is crucial for progress. Expert coach Vern Gambetta highlighted this in a recent episode of the Training Science Podcast, quoting James Clear from Atomic Habits: “You do not rise to...
Giulio Pellizzari enduring the bad weather and grueling climb on Stage 16 of the Giro d’Italia. Source: @Bardiani_CSF official X account of VF Group-Bardiani CSF-Faizanè. Our fascination with sports brings us incredible stories, and cycling is no exception. The...
One of the many advantages of Athletica is that it transforms your training and race activities into insightful data. Each new upload initiates the calculation of something called ‘rolling averages’; focussing on power output for cyclists and speed for runners. By...
Zone 2 training is trending. I found this out when WHOOP reached out to discuss with me. You can follow the conversation here in the podcast, and I’ll summarize and expand on a few points in this blog. What is Zone 2 Training? Zone 2 training, also known as aerobic...
Foreword by Filip Kolodziej Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy. Several months ago, I (Filip) wrote my first blog for Athletica on the future potential of using mathematically-modelled power profiling for guiding individualised training...
