Tom Bell busts the TR myth/cult that indoor and outdoor FTP is the same EVEN IF 95% people feels differently… [image] Indoor FTP vs Outdoor FTP: Why They Feel (And Are) Different — High North... Cyclists who train both indoors and outdoors will be acutely aware that it often feels hard…

I participated in a long term heat study while in university. Vo2 max wasnt the key factor (heat acclim was), but they did vo2max testing with us each time we came in as a benchmark. For example, we may be more or less fit each time we come in (absolute vo2max terms), but they would have us run at t…

I agree with all that you’ve said. It doesn’t clarify for me whether the “lower stimulus” is a worthwhile sacrifice to make, or whether it leads to the same end result? Perhaps it’s better in the long run, using heat as the example, to train at a lower FTP without adequate cooling. My hunch though…

FWIW… Every rider I coach who trains a lot inside has a lower FTP indoors than outside, including me. The biggest differential I see is about 30W or 15% in one case. (I don’t care to argue about if its one FTP expressed differently or two FTPs… the point is, the threshold is FUNCTIONAL, so if you c…

My guess… 2 riders, 1 does a majority of their training indoors. The other, outdoors, usually on steady gradients in mild temperatures. Essentially, what current research tells us is optimal. The outdoor rider consistently puts out more power during work intervals. So, hypothetically, they improve…

What exactly are the ‘right fans’? In my earlier post, I mentioned that I use a few Lasko box fans. These are cheapo $20 fans from walmart. They are good, I guess? but not some industrial fan for $300 at costco. Can someone link me to a website or TR thread about what you guys all mean when you’re t…

Some obsolete models now, but a solid list to show the style discussed. Looking for cooling fan recommendations - #92 by mcneese.chad

I’m my earlier post i mentioned you need BLOWER FANS https://www.amazon.com/Lasko-Pro-Performance-Pivoting-Blower-Utility/dp/B077BMBR5B/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=10A3Z8IWRGM0U&keywords=lasko+blower+fan&qid=1676951512&sprefix=lasko+blower+fan%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.c1e7b9a2-53cf-44f5-ab…

[image] TheBandit: The other, outdoors, usually on steady gradients in mild temperatures. Essentially, what current research tells us is optimal. [image] 0% gradient. 2% coasting. Mild temps. :metal:

[image] Mikel: the same HR and level of fatigue Fatigue is such a nebulous thing. How do you measure it to ensure you have the same level as before?

[image] JoeX: If you are outputting the same power, then all other things being equal, you are stimulating the same response. Duration matters, you won’t get the same stimulus from 1 minute as 10 minutes, you won’t get the same stimulus from 1 hour as 4 hours. Muscle recruitment and fatigue …

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Some obsolete models now, but a solid list to show the style discussed.

Looking for cooling fan recommendations - #92 by mcneese.chad

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