As the northern hemisphere starts to hear the first whispers of spring, cyclists’ thoughts turn to ride outside. If you’re training outdoors with a power meter and this is your first time doing structured workouts outside, you may notice a difference in your ability to sustain power out on the road versus on your trainer. This isn’t in your head. Most cyclists can produce considerably more power outside. In this episode, Wahoo Sports Science coaches Neal Henderson and Mac Cassin look at the reasons behind this discrepancy, including how the way you ride outside can help identify specific weaknesses and areas for improvement. Get out there.
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