Why FTP Is a Tool for Training — Not a Definition of Your Strength Functional Threshold Power, often referred to simply as FTP , has become one of the most recognizable metrics in modern cycling. It shows up on training platforms, coaching dashboards, race analyses, and social media posts. Riders often compare numbers, celebrate increases, and sometimes feel discouraged when the number does not move the way they hoped. But FTP was never meant to define an athlete. At its core, FTP is simply a...

Energy is one of the most commonly used words in sport, yet it is rarely understood at the level that truly matters. When you say you “had good energy” on a ride or “ran out of energy” halfway up a climb, what you are really describing is the rate at which your body was able to create and regenerate ATP. ATP—adenosine triphosphate—is the true currency of movement. Every pedal stroke, every muscle contraction, every micro-adjustment of balance and posture is powered by ATP. For cyclists,...

A few days ago, the official Doom documentary was released, and watching it brought me back into moments that I had not fully understood until now. The film follows six racers as they attempt to complete one of the most grueling bikepacking races in the United States, capturing not only the terrain and conditions but the internal journeys unfolding within each of us. You can watch the full documentary here: 👇 Watch DOOM: The Documentary | Ultra Endurance Bikepacking Race | Full Film Seeing...