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Guides to understanding endurance, intensity control and performance monitoring.
No single metric or session type explains cycling progress. Heart rate, power, perceived exertion, recovery and riding technique should be considered together. This blog brings together AG Training’s core training topics.
Zone 2 Cycling Training
Learn how low- and moderate-intensity training develops aerobic endurance, how Zone 2 is defined and why the same heart-rate range does not apply to everyone.
What Cadence Should You Ride At?
Why is 80–90 rpm a common training range, and why is there no single correct cadence for everyone?
What Is Heart Rate Drift?
How should you interpret a rising heart rate at steady power or pace, and use it in endurance planning?
How to Perform an FTP Test
A safe outdoor testing protocol, combined power, heart rate and RPE assessment, and using the result appropriately.
What Is Interval Training?
Understand the purpose and frequency of high-intensity intervals and how to balance them with Zone 2 training.
What to Eat and Drink on a Long Ride
Plan your pre-ride meal, spread carbohydrate intake through the ride and identify refill stops.
How to Plan Strength Training for Cyclists
Start with squats, hip hinges and single-leg work. Learn where strength sessions fit into your riding week.
How to Recover After Cycling
Learn what to do after a long or demanding ride and how to choose between an easy ride and complete rest the next day.
How to Prepare for Your First Group Ride
Check your equipment before joining a group. Learn to hold your line, pass signals, overtake safely and regroup after climbs.
For individual planning, explore Online Cycling Coaching or Group Cycling Training in Istanbul.
Written by: Ali Gülcan
Former national team and professional cyclist; founder and head coach of AG Training. These articles explain cycling training practice and do not replace individual medical advice.
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