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July 29, 2026

Training with a power meter: where to start

A power meter gives you an objectivity that heart rate can't, but it can be overwhelming if you don't know what to look at. Here's how to set your FTP, which metrics matter at the start, and how to go from data to decisions.

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July 20, 2026

Power training zones: a practical guide

What power training zones are, what each one is for, and how to avoid the trap of living in the gray zone.

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July 15, 2026

Prebuilt plan vs. personal coach: which one is right for you

You don't always need a personal coach, and a generic plan isn't the answer for everyone. An honest comparison of when each option makes sense based on your level, goal, and budget.

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July 14, 2026

How to train by feel when you don't have a power meter

A practical guide to riding with purpose using your body as the reference — no bike computer, no complicated metrics.

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July 9, 2026

How many hours you need to train to stop plateauing

The right question isn't how many hours, but what you do with the hours you have. How to structure effective training when you're short on time.

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July 1, 2026

How to prepare for a gran fondo without blowing up

Preparing for a gran fondo isn't just about racking up kilometers: it's about building endurance, managing pacing and fueling, and showing up fresh on event day. Here's how I put together a build that gets you to the finish strong, not fried.

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June 24, 2026

How altitude changes your FTP: from Monterrey to Mexico City or Toluca

You're racing at altitude and your power isn't responding the way it does at home. Here's why FTP drops with altitude and how to adjust your expectations.

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June 8, 2026

Why your FTP isn't going up even though you're training more

You're training more hours, riding more days, and the number stays the same. Here's why your FTP isn't going up and how to break out of the plateau.

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