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Power is a useful tool for the following reasons:
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It correctly evaluates training sessions to avoid misinterpretation.
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It verifies the workouts have been executed correctly.
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It evaluates training status and performance.
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It enables training load, overload and progression to be monitored.
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It allows the design of appropriate number and length of intervals in training.
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It helps decide and structure a race strategy or training session based on an athlete’s strengths.
HR and Power are the two portions of that equation: what is being produced and at what cost to our body. Both are
equally important to assess performance. If we only measurethe body’s response using a heart rate monitor and have no
gauge of the output, then we are limited in how to determine changes in fitness. Having output-measuring devices such as a
power meter gives a lot of options for workouts and, essentially, makes every workout a test of fitness progress.
The ratio of HR/Power is a good indicator of fitness and progression in a training program. In a well-structured, progressive
and appropriate training program this ratio should get smaller, that is a lower HR for the same power output. The caveat
here is of course that the Heart Rate values being used to evaluate what is an adequate output response are founded
on an as accurate as possible personally tested Max Heart Rate and Max Threshold Heart Rate to allow for the correct
identification of the relevant working zones.
The leading authors in the field of Power and its application to cycling are coaches such as Andrew Coggan, Hunter Allen,
Joe Friel, Chris Carmichael, and Allen Lim. These authors have led the way in developing complex algorithms, software and
websites to make training with power a simple method for the cyclists and the coach. It is their successful utilization of Power
for training cycling professionals that has led the way. If you have an urgent need to get deep in to the science linked to the
subject then the Internet will bring up many fascinating articles when you enter any of the names mentioned above, they are
the leading authorities in pro riding with power.
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