Training Questions

Choosing Your Training Plan

• What are Masters Triathlon Plans?
• What are Masters Plans?
• Re-build, Off-season, or Maintenance for Your Fastest Season

Adjusting your Training Plan

• How to Add a Polarized Training Phase to Your TrainerRoad Calendar
• Not Enough Time!
• Too Much Time!

Understanding your Training Plans

• Base/Build/Specialty Overview
• The Basics of Base Training
• The Basics of Build Training
• The Basics of Specialty Training

Assessing your Fitness Level (FTP)

• What’s the Difference Between FTP Detections and FTP Adjustments
• How to Test With the Ramp Test
• How to Test with the 20-Minute & 8-Minute FTP Tests

Power 101

• Power Rankings and Rider Types Explained
• Understanding Power Zones
• Power-Based Training Acronyms
• Power vs. Heart Rate
• Calories and Power

Plan Execution

• Recovery FAQ
• Cycling Drills in TrainerRoad
• Integrating Strength Training
• Workout Bailouts

Triathlon Training

• Swim Drills and RPE Table
• RPE Key Explained