Why FTP Alone Won’t Make You Faster (And What Will)
Most cyclists think FTP is the end-all-be-all of performance. It's not. Training at threshold all the time doesn't make you faster—it just burns you out. This post breaks down what FTP actually is, how it fits into your overall training, and why you need more than just threshold efforts to see real gains. We’re talking smarter training across all zones, not just grinding it out at max.
Choosing between a heart rate monitor and a power meter comes down to understanding what each tool measures and how that data impacts your training. Heart rate shows how your body responds but lags behind real effort and is influenced by many external factors. Power meters measure the actual work your legs do, providing precise, immediate data crucial for serious training and race pacing.
The Base Training Secret: Why Slower Rides Make You Faster
Most cyclists go too hard, too soon—and burn out halfway through. Zone 2 training builds the endurance engine you actually need to ride longer, recover faster, and perform when it counts. Here’s what it does, why it works, and how Pedal Masters uses it to turn disciplined training into real results.