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How can I copy a week?

You can’t copy an entire week. Please choose whether you want to copy the training or availabilities. Here’s how to …

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Supported Smart Trainers

All smart trainers that use the FTMS protocol are supported: Wahoo Kickr, Wahoo Kickr Core (since 2018) TACX smart trainer (since …

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MATS Explained

Wahoo connection

How can I connect and disconnect from Wahoo? A note before you start: It will take some time (up to 48 hours) for MATS to receive …

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Science Explained

Energy burn rate

The energy burn rate refers to the rate at which the body expends energy during exercise or physical activity. It is typically …

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FatMax

FatMax, also known as the maximal fat oxidation rate, is a concept used in endurance sports to determine the intensity at which an …

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Grade adjusted pace

Graded Adjusted Pace (GAP) is a concept used in endurance sports, particularly in running and cycling, to account for the impact …

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HRV

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is a measure of the variation in the time intervals between consecutive heartbeats. It is a valuable …

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Intensity Factor

The intensity factor is a metric used in endurance sports, particularly in activities like cycling and running, to quantify the …

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Training Zones

Training zones in endurance sports provide a structured framework for athletes to optimize their training and achieve specific …

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VLAmax

The concept of the maximal glycolytic rate in endurance sports refers to the maximum rate at which the body can metabolize glucose …

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HR Decoupling

Heart rate decoupling is a concept used in endurance sports to assess the efficiency of an athlete’s cardiovascular system …

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Critical Speed

The critical speed model is a mathematical approach used to predict an athlete’s performance in endurance sports. It is …

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Critical Power

The critical power model is a mathematical approach used to predict an athlete’s performance in endurance sports. It is …

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Efficiency

Efficiency is an important concept in endurance sports that measures the relationship between the weighted power output and heart …

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Pace vs Heart Rate

Pace vs. heart rate is a comparison of two key physiological measures used in endurance sports to assess performance and training …

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Power vs Heart Rate

Power vs. heart rate is a comparison of two key physiological measures used in endurance sports to assess performance and training …

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Variability (VI)

Variability in endurance sports refers to the fluctuations in power output during a training session or race. It is measured as …

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Weighted Power

Weighted power is a metric used in endurance sports to quantify the physiological demands and overall intensity of a workout or …

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Anaerobic threshold

Anaerobic threshold, also known as lactate threshold, is the exercise intensity at which lactate production exceeds lactate …

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