# Training **URL:** https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/c/sports-science/7.md [Latest](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/categories.md) --- ## [Cyclocross](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/cyclocross/31745)
**Author:** [@Fulltiltboogie](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Fulltiltboogie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/cyclocross/31745 "2026-09-23T19:21:35Z")
I’m on my last week of the 12 week cyclocross plan, first race of my season us in 1 week. Any advice on what plan or session to do next? The last race is mid January. --- ## [All blue NM](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/all-blue-nm/31696)
**Author:** [@richie\_engineer](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/richie_engineer)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 3:02pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/all-blue-nm/31696 "2026-09-08T15:02:50Z")
OK so I’m messing around in the Wahoo App and see this: On my 4DP athlete profile NM is my weakness, so those purple circles look promising. But my simpleton brain just sees blue workout profiles. What am I missing? … --- ## [Understanding Wahoo Metrics: Training Capacity & Fitness Score](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-training-capacity-fitness-score/31701)
**Author:** [@Helga](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Helga)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 8:45am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-training-capacity-fitness-score/31701 "2026-09-04T08:45:24Z")
Hey Wahoo Community, We’ve all seen it happen: you take a well-earned rest day or taper before a big event, only for standard fitness metrics to “punish” you by tanking your fitness score the moment you step off the gas… --- ## [Understanding Wahoo Metrics: Dimensional Training Load](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-dimensional-training-load/31686)
**Author:** [@Helga](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Helga)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 2:19am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-dimensional-training-load/31686 "2026-09-03T02:19:06Z")
Hey Wahooligans, Most training apps rely on a single stress score to quantify your workouts. The problem: A blanket number fails to show what a session actually did for your body, making it tough to know if you’re truly… --- ## [How do you guys plan your indoor rides?](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/how-do-you-guys-plan-your-indoor-rides/31617)
**Author:** [@lisa01](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/lisa01)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 1:57am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/how-do-you-guys-plan-your-indoor-rides/31617 "2026-09-03T01:57:20Z")
I’ve been trying to get a bit more consistent with my indoor riding, but I keep changing what I do each week. Some days I’ll just ride easy, and other days I’ll pick a harder workout depending on how I’m feeling. Curious… --- ## [Do training plans consider age?](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/do-training-plans-consider-age/31452)
**Author:** [@ChrisMTB](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/ChrisMTB)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 9:24am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/do-training-plans-consider-age/31452 "2026-09-01T09:24:05Z")
Hi all. I am 52 and noticing that sometimes I am pretty fatigued going in to some hard workouts. I usually do the 2:1 plans (2 weeks on, 1 off) as i think i recall one of the podcasts saying that was better as we get ol… --- ## [Understanding Wahoo Metrics: Athlete Profile](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-athlete-profile/31662)
**Author:** [@Helga](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Helga)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 12:21am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/understanding-wahoo-metrics-athlete-profile/31662 "2026-08-22T00:21:02Z")
Your FTP or race time only tells a fraction of the story. Relying on a single metric to measure your fitness means your workouts are calibrated around a simplified version of your actual athletic ability—leaving potentia… --- ## [How often do you check your trainer setup?](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/how-often-do-you-check-your-trainer-setup/31618)
**Author:** [@tornado](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/tornado)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 9:27am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/how-often-do-you-check-your-trainer-setup/31618 "2026-08-19T09:27:24Z")
I’ve been wondering how often everyone checks their indoor trainer setup. I usually just get on and ride, but I recently started thinking about things like tire pressure, bike position, connections, and whether everythin… --- ## [Adjusting Training Plan after being sick](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/adjusting-training-plan-after-being-sick/10855)
**Author:** [@ryanoelke](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/ryanoelke)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 8:20am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/adjusting-training-plan-after-being-sick/10855 "2026-08-13T08:20:37Z")
Hey Y’all :slight\_smile: Context before my question: I have been doing the Road - All Purpose (Intermediate), 12-week training plan, was kicking serious butt through the first 5 weeks, then was pumped and ready for the … --- ## [BADLANDS 2027 Prep](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/badlands-2027-prep/31600)
**Author:** [@Thisdale](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Thisdale)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 2:16pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/badlands-2027-prep/31600 "2026-08-05T14:16:47Z")
Hey group, I’m gonna attempt to register for Badlands 2027 this summer, its been a dream for a few years to attempt it and i love riding in Spain. Its a little over 1 year away (if i make the registry), and I’d like to… --- ## [Half Monty Makeover! 🚀](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/half-monty-makeover/31372)
**Author:** [@Helga](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Helga)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 12:01pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/half-monty-makeover/31372 "2026-07-29T12:01:49Z")
Attention Sufferlandrians and Wahooligans, We all know the Half Monty is the “kinder, gentler” way to update your fitness numbers, but staring at a ramp graph while your legs turn to lead isn’t exactly the most inspirin… --- ## [Micro Intervals](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/micro-intervals/22783)
**Author:** [@CPT\_A](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/CPT_A)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 5:15pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/micro-intervals/22783 "2026-07-27T17:15:14Z")
Solidly into my spring/summer CX training program for some fall races. Completed this yesterday - Last of the micro interval sessions. Every bit as hard as some of the monster SUFF videos…would’ve been a hard ride as… --- ## [Guys, I have just set up my Wahoo and am having trouble finding a suitable place to start for a beginner?](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/guys-i-have-just-set-up-my-wahoo-and-am-having-trouble-finding-a-suitable-place-to-start-for-a-beginner/31551)
**Author:** [@Broc](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Broc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 1:29pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/guys-i-have-just-set-up-my-wahoo-and-am-having-trouble-finding-a-suitable-place-to-start-for-a-beginner/31551 "2026-07-20T13:29:35Z")
Guys, I have just set up my Wahoo and am having trouble finding a suitable place to start for a beginner? --- ## [Multisport Plan](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/multisport-plan/31502)
**Author:** [@Brian\_M](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Brian_M)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2026, 1:44am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/multisport-plan/31502 "2026-07-10T01:44:17Z")
I am currently using systm for my ironman training. I previously always did 2 session in the one day as a brick, but now I am beginning to think that unless it states brick in the training the sessions are to be split a… --- ## [Indoor vs outdoor](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/indoor-vs-outdoor/31517)
**Author:** [@paolodelma](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/paolodelma)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 6:16pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/indoor-vs-outdoor/31517 "2026-07-08T18:16:50Z")
In the last couple of years I’ve become quite an indoor guy, I may say 70/30. (mostly zwift because of bikes to upgrade, points, jerseys etc, but the Sufferfest is still the real thing) What I’m realising in the last mo… --- ## [Bavaria: Burgberg](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/bavaria-burgberg/26949)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2026, 12:10pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/bavaria-burgberg/26949 "2026-07-05T12:10:25Z")
Today I did the #NEW Bavaria: Burgberg workout. First of all, Sir Standsalot, are you nuts? 22 10sec sprints? Ugh. Oy. Well, whether you are nuts or not, I took it on today. Let me start by saying that consecutive, high … --- ## [Supplements that may enhance performace](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/supplements-that-may-enhance-performace/19145)
**Author:** [@coach.jinger.g](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/coach.jinger.g)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2026, 7:24pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/supplements-that-may-enhance-performace/19145 "2026-07-02T19:24:56Z")
Genetics, physical conditioning, sport-specific training, periodized programs, mental health, recovery strategies, and nutrition are all primary factors for endurance athlete development and performance. Dietary suppleme… --- ## [Rowing!](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/rowing/10870)
**Author:** [@bob\_dynowski](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/bob_dynowski)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2026, 11:00am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/rowing/10870 "2026-06-24T11:00:42Z")
I have done a search and found a few threads on rowing but am surprised there are not more. I am lucky enough to have a waterrower and use it 2-3 x per week for 20-30 minutes in the hope it is adding some strength to my… --- ## [Back to fitness after surgery](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/back-to-fitness-after-surgery/27379)
**Author:** [@Bici\_Klette](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Bici_Klette)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 11:37am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/back-to-fitness-after-surgery/27379 "2026-06-23T11:37:55Z")
Looking for the wisdom of you Suffferlandrians. I‘m back in training since beginning of January after abdominal hysterectomy surgery which was kind impactful beginning of November. I have waited for approx 10 weeks befo… --- ## [Training Peaks Virtual sync](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/training-peaks-virtual-sync/31401)
**Author:** [@SkyMap](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/SkyMap)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 10:59pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/training-peaks-virtual-sync/31401 "2026-06-05T22:59:38Z")
Hi, Sometimes I do rides on Training Peaks Virtual. So, after a ride how can I import into wahoo fitness app? I’m able only to import workouts do them on the Bolt and send it to Training Peaks. Thanks --- ## [Any changes you would recommend](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/any-changes-you-would-recommend/31376)
**Author:** [@Critmark](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Critmark)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2026, 11:58pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/any-changes-you-would-recommend/31376 "2026-05-28T23:58:54Z")
I have a question that is hard to answer definitively given the highly individual nature of training, but I know there are a lot of smart people here. I am 70 and moved from CA (elevation 60’ above sea level) to UT (5100… --- ## [Zone 2 exercise causing hypoglycaemia](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/zone-2-exercise-causing-hypoglycaemia/31275)
**Author:** [@ChrisMTB](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/ChrisMTB)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 8:11am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/zone-2-exercise-causing-hypoglycaemia/31275 "2026-05-22T08:11:38Z")
Hi all, for the last 7-8 years or so I have been bugged by occasionally getting hypoglycaemic episodes while riding. This would often happen while commuting home from work which was a 30 minute (no hills) ride. I would … --- ## [My current KICKR + ELEMNT companion app stack (and the AI piece I built)](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/my-current-kickr-elemnt-companion-app-stack-and-the-ai-piece-i-built/31290)
**Author:** [@daniel-athletedata](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/daniel-athletedata)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2026, 10:08am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/my-current-kickr-elemnt-companion-app-stack-and-the-ai-piece-i-built/31290 "2026-05-21T10:08:57Z")
Saw the recent “Best Companion Apps for Analytics” thread and figured I’d share where I’ve actually landed after a couple years of bouncing between things. Maybe useful, maybe not :wink: Stack right now: SYSTM for the… --- ## [Best Fitness Tracker and Smartwatch for Health – Need Your Advice & Experience](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/best-fitness-tracker-and-smartwatch-for-health-need-your-advice-experience/31271)
**Author:** [@zivo](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/zivo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 4:37pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/best-fitness-tracker-and-smartwatch-for-health-need-your-advice-experience/31271 "2026-05-16T16:37:36Z")
Hey everyone, I’m planning to get a fitness tracker for my health and to keep track of my daily activity. My main goal is just to stay a bit more active and keep an eye on my steps, heart rate, and sleep. I’ve checked … --- ## [Workout for Beginners](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/workout-for-beginners/31229)
**Author:** [@zivo](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/zivo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 8:06pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/workout-for-beginners/31229 "2026-05-08T20:06:51Z")
Hello, I want to start my fitness journey but I am a beginner. I don’t know which exercises to start with or how many days I should train. Can anyone suggest a simple routine and tips to stay motivated? --- ## [Phil wins the tour](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/phil-wins-the-tour/31058)
**Author:** [@Thisdale](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Thisdale)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 3:56pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/phil-wins-the-tour/31058 "2026-05-08T15:56:33Z")
Sweet lord wtf was that! After the “warm-up” (?) i instantly got regrets. Why am i doing this, why am i on a bike at all? Also, this seems to be one of the first training sessions after a mid-program Half-Monty ramp te… --- ## [Roam3 not syncing to Wahoo app](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/roam3-not-syncing-to-wahoo-app/31214)
**Author:** [@HeavyDude](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/HeavyDude)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 9:16am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/roam3-not-syncing-to-wahoo-app/31214 "2026-05-05T09:16:13Z")
I am not abel to sync today\`s workout to the Wahoo app from Roam 3. The workout is visible on Roam3, but it stays there :roll\_eyes: --- ## [Which One Should I Buy? Need Your Advice](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/which-one-should-i-buy-need-your-advice/31202)
**Author:** [@kathie](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/kathie)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 4:42pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/which-one-should-i-buy-need-your-advice/31202 "2026-05-04T16:42:24Z")
I researched the best indoor rowing machine to find the perfect option for home workouts, full-body training, and everyday fitness. After reading expert reviews from trusted sources like The New York Times, Garage Gym Re… --- ## [Modifying training plans mid plan?](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/modifying-training-plans-mid-plan/31218)
**Author:** [@Detlef](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Detlef)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2026, 1:55pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/modifying-training-plans-mid-plan/31218 "2026-05-03T13:55:21Z")
Likely has been covered before…I have created a 12 week general cycling plan. All great but now that spring is here I know I will do many rides outside and many will be longer than the durations of the workouts in the 12… --- ## [Fitness score plateau](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/fitness-score-plateau/31194)
**Author:** [@Giles\_Dearden](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Giles_Dearden)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 1:07pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/fitness-score-plateau/31194 "2026-04-29T13:07:35Z")
Hi all. Am a 60 year old cyclist & have been getting on the Wahoo indoor trainer a lot since start of December. In 5 months my fitness score has moved from 22.5 to 41.5 and last FTP at end of Feb of 202 (so getting clos… [Next page](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/c/sports-science/7.md?page=1)