![]() ![]() Why is it so hard to get cyclists to ride in Zone 2 indoors? Because it’s not as exciting as ripping through a series of hard intervals and may not provide as big a sense of accomplishment as reaching the end of an intense interval set. As more cyclists transition to riding indoor more frequently–because of weather, convenience, or improved technology–it is important for athletes to balance those high-intensity intervals workouts with some lower-intensity, aerobic endurance-paced, Zone 2 rides. ![]() This lower intensity is known as ‘aerobic endurance’ or ‘ Zone 2‘, or in CTS terminology: EnduranceMiles. About Zone 2 / Aerobic Endurance Intensity They work, but high-intensity interval workouts can also be over-used and lower-intensity rides have an important role in effective training plans. ![]() CTS championed such workouts they factor heavily into the training plans and concepts in the “ Time-Crunched Cyclist” training books and numerous posts on this website. Indoor cycling has long been characterized by high-intensity interval workouts, because they are a good way to create a bigger training stimulus in a shorter period of time, they keep athletes engaged and focused, and they’re often safer and more convenient to complete on a trainer. ![]()
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