# ERG vs. RESISTANCE **URL:** \ **Category:** Equipment\ **Created:** [March 12, 2025, 4:14pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/erg-vs-resistance/101648 "2025-03-12T16:14:37Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Showing post:** 5
**Author:** ![Pbase](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/pbase/32/969_2.png) [@Pbase](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Pbase)\ **Post date:** [March 12, 2025, 5:32pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/erg-vs-resistance/101648/5 "2025-03-12T17:32:54Z")
> [@Jacobini](#): > > I find keeping target watts in a workout interval easier in ERG than in resistance mode. In resistance mode the low end power and significant decrease in RPMs associated with rest between intervals drops from 90-100 to 50 rpms to genearate 75 watts. I think what you’re saying here is that even in your easiest gear you can’t stay below 75 watts unless you slow to 50 rpms. Is that true? If so, this could be an issue with the low wattage and your trainer. Here’s a post from a similar thread that might help you. > [@Seeking Advice: Riding upright with hands off hood (for short intervals, say 2-4 minutes)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/seeking-advice-riding-upright-with-hands-off-hood-for-short-intervals-say-2-4-minutes/101556/11): > > Wonder if it’s a wattage floor issue? @speyyeti It might be worth checking out this link. It’s possible there’s a lower limit on your trainer so easier, lower power sections of you endurance workouts end up higher than intended. This will be less of an issue as you progress and probably isn’t too big of a concern if you’re recovering well now. [https://support.trainerroad.com/hc/en-us/articles/360023967111-Smart-Trainer-Wattage-Floor](https://support.trainerroad.com/hc/en-us/articles/360023967111-Smart-Trainer-Wattage-Floor) --- _[View the full topic](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/erg-vs-resistance/101648)._