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Tempo Training Cycling Guide: How To Perform A Tempo Ride

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Tempo training cycling is a great alternative to Zone 2 training and an excellent way to improve your aerobic performance. Zone 2 rides are long rides at low intensity, which are pretty easy going on your body while going a long way to improving your fitness. These endurance rides have their place, but you can … Read more

Zone 2 Training: Cycling Endurance Training Guide

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Zone 2 cycling sits at 65-75% of max heart rate or 56-75% of FTP — an effort where you can hold a full conversation. It builds aerobic base, mitochondrial density, and fat oxidation. Most pros spend 70-80% of weekly hours in Zone 2. Below, we explain how to find your Z2, how long to ride, … Read more

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