Give us your self-aggrandizements and humblebrags

Dont play it down. what we are all achieving on this platform is admirable. Aint none of us too stoic we cant be too proud of a certain accomplishment or two. Have you achieved something beyond what you thought you were capable of? a race result? an ftp beyond your wildest dreams? you lost 100lbs? Maybe you’re fitter than everyone in your circle.

My own personal achievement i am beyond thankful for is this:

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4w/kg specifically. As a heavier rider i never thought id never get there. especially being 45yrs old. ive dropped 5kg so far in 2026 after my weight plateauing for a very long time. I think 4.2 might be my approximate ceiling now. I could lose a few more lbs and gain a few more watts.

Congratulations on whatever it is you are proud of. May you use it to inspire and motivate yourself to further progress and victories

Those are massive numbers

I’m proud of my progress as a relatively newer cyclist and endurance athlete. Started cycling just over 2 years ago. 37 years old.

Currently at 4.2 w/kg based on a 20 min test, or 4.44 based on AIFTP.

14 months ago I could only hold 295 for 15 minutes and about a month ago I held 310 for 20 mins.

I’ve developed pretty severe knee pain recently so now unfortunately taking it easier (seeing a sports physio tomorrow). I have my first gravel race of this season on Sunday - 90 miles w/ 9000’ ascent. Assuming my knee holds up and I don’t drop in distance.

I hope your knee recovers. Good luck in your race