https://wattplan.cc/blog Cycling training articles from WattPlan: FTP, power and heart-rate zones, Fitness and Form, W′, nutrition, tapering and race week. en-gb https://wattplan.cc/blog/connecting-sensors-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/connecting-sensors-guide Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training A practical guide to Bluetooth sensors for indoor riding on a phone: which device supplies which number, and how to keep them connected. https://wattplan.cc/blog/first-week-with-wattplan https://wattplan.cc/blog/first-week-with-wattplan Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training A day-by-day walk-through of setting up, riding, reading the chart and talking to the coach, plus what stays free and what Premium adds. https://wattplan.cc/blog/missed-session-week-repair https://wattplan.cc/blog/missed-session-week-repair Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training A single missed workout costs you almost nothing, so the job is to stop the week falling apart in the days after it. https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-week-replan https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-week-replan Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Racing The last seven days before a gran fondo or sportive, laid out one day at a time, with the science kept short. https://wattplan.cc/blog/target-fitness-explained https://wattplan.cc/blog/target-fitness-explained Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Target Fitness is bounded by your hours, your ramp rate and the taper, and a modest number is usually the honest one. https://wattplan.cc/blog/w-prime-wbal-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/w-prime-wbal-guide Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Critical power draws the line. W' is what you can spend above it. How the battery drains, refills, and why 20 watts over threshold can still finish you. https://wattplan.cc/blog/ftp-vo2max-trainability https://wattplan.cc/blog/ftp-vo2max-trainability Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training VO2max is partly genetic, but FTP is highly trainable. Understand the science of what limits performance and how smart training narrows the gap. https://wattplan.cc/blog/metric-explorer-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/metric-explorer-guide Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Understand every metric in the Metric Explorer — from Training Load and Efficiency Factor to MAP and estimated VO2max. https://wattplan.cc/blog/durability-score-explained https://wattplan.cc/blog/durability-score-explained Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Your power-duration curve tells half the story. Durability Score predicts how your power fades at 3, 5, and 7 hours. https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-pacing-science https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-pacing-science Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Racing Optimal pacing isn't steady power. Learn how gradient, wind, and W' balance determine the fastest strategy. https://wattplan.cc/blog/route-optimisation-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/route-optimisation-guide Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Racing Upload a GPX file and get a segment-by-segment power plan that accounts for your fitness, durability, and the physics of the road. https://wattplan.cc/blog/cycling-training-plan-beginners https://wattplan.cc/blog/cycling-training-plan-beginners Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training A structured training plan transforms random rides into real progress. Learn how to build your first cycling plan with the right mix of volume, intensity, and recovery. https://wattplan.cc/blog/heart-rate-zones-cycling https://wattplan.cc/blog/heart-rate-zones-cycling Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Heart rate training is accessible and effective. Learn the five heart rate zones, how to calculate them, and when to use heart rate versus power. https://wattplan.cc/blog/how-to-increase-ftp https://wattplan.cc/blog/how-to-increase-ftp Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Raising your FTP takes structured training, not just hard rides. Learn the proven methods, workout types, and training strategies that build threshold power. https://wattplan.cc/blog/indoor-training-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/indoor-training-guide Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Indoor training is transforming how cyclists build fitness. Learn setup tips, structured workouts, and how to get the most from every turbo session. https://wattplan.cc/blog/cardiac-decoupling-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/cardiac-decoupling-guide Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Cardiac decoupling measures how your heart rate drifts during a ride. Under 5% means your aerobic engine is well-trained. https://wattplan.cc/blog/efficiency-factor-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/efficiency-factor-guide Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Efficiency Factor reveals how many watts you produce per heartbeat. Learn how to track and improve your aerobic efficiency over time. https://wattplan.cc/blog/endurance-ride-nutrition https://wattplan.cc/blog/endurance-ride-nutrition Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Nutrition Proper nutrition prevents bonking on long rides. Learn carb timing, hydration, and fueling strategies for 3+ hour efforts. https://wattplan.cc/blog/periodization-basics https://wattplan.cc/blog/periodization-basics Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Structure your season for peak performance. Learn base, build, peak, and recovery phases to reach your cycling goals. https://wattplan.cc/blog/polarized-pyramidal-training https://wattplan.cc/blog/polarized-pyramidal-training Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Compare polarized and pyramidal training models. Learn which intensity distribution approach works best for your cycling goals. https://wattplan.cc/blog/power-curve-analysis https://wattplan.cc/blog/power-curve-analysis Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Your power curve reveals strengths and limiters. Learn to analyse power at different durations to target your training. https://wattplan.cc/blog/power-zones-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/power-zones-guide Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Master all seven cycling power zones from Active Recovery to Neuromuscular. Learn what each zone targets and how to train effectively. https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-day-nutrition https://wattplan.cc/blog/race-day-nutrition Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Nutrition Optimise performance with proven race day nutrition. Carb loading, pre-race meals, and during-race fueling explained. https://wattplan.cc/blog/recovery-nutrition https://wattplan.cc/blog/recovery-nutrition Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Nutrition Speed recovery with proper post-ride nutrition. Learn optimal timing, macros, and foods for faster adaptation. https://wattplan.cc/blog/sleep-performance https://wattplan.cc/blog/sleep-performance Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Recovery Sleep is your secret performance weapon. Learn how rest impacts adaptation, recovery, and power output. https://wattplan.cc/blog/sweet-spot-training https://wattplan.cc/blog/sweet-spot-training Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Sweet Spot training delivers significant fitness gains with manageable fatigue. Learn the science, workouts, and optimal programming. https://wattplan.cc/blog/tapering-strategies https://wattplan.cc/blog/tapering-strategies Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Racing Arrive at your event fresh and fast. Master taper timing, volume reduction, and intensity for peak performance. https://wattplan.cc/blog/training-load-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/training-load-guide Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Training Load quantifies workout difficulty for smarter training decisions. Learn the formula, guidelines, and how to use it effectively. https://wattplan.cc/blog/weighted-power-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/weighted-power-guide Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics Why Weighted Power matters more than average for variable rides. Understand the calculation and when to use each metric. https://wattplan.cc/blog/fitness-chart-guide https://wattplan.cc/blog/fitness-chart-guide Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Analytics The Fitness Explorer is your training dashboard. Learn how to read Fitness, Fatigue, and Form to optimise your training. https://wattplan.cc/blog/what-is-ftp https://wattplan.cc/blog/what-is-ftp Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training FTP is the cornerstone of power-based training. Learn what it means, why it matters, and how to test it accurately. https://wattplan.cc/blog/zone-2-training https://wattplan.cc/blog/zone-2-training Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Training Zone 2 is the foundation of endurance performance. Discover why easy riding makes you faster and how to do it right.