TrainNow uses TrainerRoad AI to suggest workouts based on your recent training history so that you can quickly select a workout that matches the duration and workout type that you'd like to complete.
TrainNow is the perfect tool for choosing workouts if you're not following a training plan, or you're looking for a workout on a day when you have nothing suggested. TrainNow suggests Endurance, Climbing, and Attacking workouts at your desired duration.
How to Access TrainNow
You can find TrainNow on the TrainerRoad app and the TrainerRoad website. Here is how to access TrainNow and choose workouts from either platform:
Web
Step One: Login to your TrainerRoad account and select the AI Workouts tab
Step Two: Select TrainNow
Step Three: Use the drop down menu in the upper right hand menu to filter for different durations and the refresh button to see new workout options:
Step Four: When you have found a workout you would like to complete select it and then select Schedule to put it on your Calendar or in Open App to complete it in a TR app now.
App
Step One: Open up the TrainerRoad app and select the TrainNow tab from the right hand navigation menu.
Step Two: Use the drop down menu in the upper right hand menu to filter for different durations and the refresh button to see new workout options:
Step Three: When you have found a workout you would like to complete select it and then select Schedule to put it on your Calendar or Load Workout to complete it now.
TrainNow FAQs
What type of activity does TrainNow consider when making a recommendation, and how far does it look back?
TrainNow will recommend workouts based on your recent TrainerRoad workouts and non-structured indoor/outdoor riding. It’s important to note that while TrainNow will look at your most recent workouts when making a recommendation, it does not consider periodization or other factors. For instance, it will not recognize if you need a recovery week. If you are looking for that type of structure and periodization, we recommend using a training plan.
What determines which category (Climbing/Endurance/Attacking) is shown as 'Recommended' for today?
The “Recommended” label is based on the intensity and stress of your recent rides and workouts. It’s not intended to replace a training plan, but it’s a quick and simple way to make sure you’re completing a sustainable mix of workouts. For instance, if you have completed some tough VO2 Max workouts in a week, you’ll likely see an Endurance workout recommended.
Does TrainNow account for fatigue?
TrainNow bases its recommendations exclusively on your relative abilities in each training zone, determined by your success in recent workouts. It does not consider periodization or fatigue on its own. If you today is a Rest Recommended day or Avoid Intensity day though, you'll only see recommendations for Endurance workouts or rest.
When I change the duration of time, why do some of the categories show 'No Suggestions Found at This Duration'?
Some training zone & duration combinations might not have productive workouts for your current abilities. When that happens, TrainNow won’t display a suggestion for that training zone and duration. Try adjusting the duration filter to find more options.
How does TrainerRoad AI respond to the completion of TrainNow workouts if I’m following a plan?
TrainerRoad AI will consider any workout you complete or plan, including TrainNow workouts, to make adjustments to your training.
Is TrainNow making recommendations based on what's ahead in my calendar/Plan Builder?
TrainNow is a day of tool! It uses recent training history and data to recommend a workout for today. It does not consider periodization or fatigue (except for how Red Light Green Light affects recommendations) and will give the same suggestions regardless of whether or not you’re following a structured training plan. This is why we recommend TrainNow primarily for athletes who like to supplement unstructured riding with occasional structured workouts. It’s not intended as a replacement for a training plan.
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