Terminology FAQ

What does RPE mean?
RPE: Rate of Perceived Exertion is a practical way to determine training zones or training difficulty, based on an athlete’s sense of exertion. [The ter...
Thu, 4 Feb, 2021 at 3:18 PM
What does HR at LT mean?
Heart Rate at Lactate Threshold: The Lactate/Anaerobic threshold is defined as the intensity of exercise at which lactate begins to accumulate in the blood ...
Thu, 4 Feb, 2021 at 3:47 PM
What does Pace at LT mean?
Pace at Lactate Threshold: The Lactate/Anaerobic threshold is defined as the intensity of exercise at which lactate begins to accumulate in the blood at a f...
Thu, 4 Feb, 2021 at 3:49 PM
What does FTP mean?
Functional Threshold Power is the highest average power a cyclist can sustain on a 1-hour time-trial. [The term is used in Cycling]
Thu, 4 Feb, 2021 at 3:18 PM
What does T-pace mean?
T-pace: is the swimming equivalent of an LTHR test in running or an FTP test in cycling. The difference is instead of being based on hear rate or power, it’...
Thu, 4 Feb, 2021 at 3:18 PM
What do the indexes in the performance page measure?
Fitness: is typically the 4-week (28-day) average, acute workload. This value provides a clear indication of what an athlete has achieved, leading up to the...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 5:43 PM
What do the different framing colors in the training calendar represent?
ScienceTraining compares the planned workout with the activity that was actually completed and uploaded by an athlete; and gives you insights regarding this...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 5:42 PM
Phases of the macrocycle
Prep: The Preparation phase helps athletes return to structured training, rather than preparing to race. The weekly volume is 40-60 percent of what might be...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 5:46 PM
Workout Categories
Easy/Recovery: (v) Run: It’s used to restore the body's systems after high-intensity or long-distance training and races. The recovery run is an import...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 6:09 PM