Mastering the Garmin Ecosystem: Using Sleep Scores and Alpha HRV for a Physiology First Approach
Garmin Guru: Why Your Ride Starts at 10 PM By Coach Wharton | Release Date: April 19, 2026 Garmin Guru insights reveal that in the League of Garmin, we don’t just track miles; we track the internal cost of those miles. To master your performance, you must look past surface-level metrics and understand how the […]
Decoding the Hard-Start: How Ronnestad Intervals Impact Garmin Stamina & Training Effect
The “Hard-Start” Evolution: Pushing the Limits of the Rønnestad Protocol Testing the Ronnestad Hard-Start Intervals protocol this week provided a fascinating look at oxygen kinetics and internal load. Before this session, I attempted to link my VO2 Master to the phone for a full metabolic calibration. Despite several attempts, the mask simply wouldn’t handshake. Rather […]
Living in the Parabolas: My Deep Dive into the “VO2 State”
Living in the Parabolas: Decoding Metabolic Inertia and the Billat 90/90 In our last deep dive, we dissected the steady-state grind of 5×3 and 4×8 intervals. Those workouts are the bread and butter of threshold development. However, today we are stepping into the “red zone” to explore Veronique Billat’s 90/90 Metabolic Inertia. Using the combined […]
Physiological Threshold Vs. FTP: The Power Illusion
The Power Illusion: Resetting 20 Years of Training with Physiological Data After 20 years of cycling, I realized my FTP wasn’t telling the whole story of my actual physiological threshold. My identity as a cyclist was defined by a single, flickering number on a head unit: Watts. If you’ve spent any significant time in the […]
VO₂max Intervals: The Most Misunderstood Workout in Cycling—And How to Do Them “Right”
VO2Max State vs. Zone: What’s Happening Under the Hood https://youtube.com/shorts/gjB6seZEVec?feature=share I recently started using my VO₂Master again. In this session, I wanted to explore the VO2max state vs zone debate by looking at the actual physiological cost of high-intensity efforts. Earlier this week, I performed five separate 3-minute intervals at an intensity well above […]
Altitude, Heat, and the Power Curve: Practical Physiology for Endurance Athletes
Elite performance is built on a careful balance between stress and recovery, biology and behavior. This article translates practical lessons from applied sports science into usable guidance for endurance athletes and coaches. It covers how simulated altitude works, why erythropoiesis is not as simple as “more red blood cells = better,” how heat affects different […]
Use the MOXY Monitor to Dial in Your Cycling Warm-Up
How to Use the MOXY Monitor to Dial in Your Cycling Warm-Up and Spot Interval Fatigue Use short, sharp efforts to drive muscle oxygen down, then ghost pedal until you hit a higher active saturation. Higher ceilings, higher floors. The MOXY Monitor is one of the fastest ways to see what your legs are actually […]
The Moxy SmO₂ Sensor: What It Is, How It Works, and How It Makes You Faster
Unlock the secrets of your muscles with the Moxy SmO₂ sensor! Gain real-time insights into your muscle oxygen levels during every ride, allowing you to train smarter and recover better. Say goodbye to guesswork as you monitor your SmO₂ alongside power and heart rate. Whether refining endurance or mastering recovery, this tool optimizes your performance. Harness the power of SmO₂ and elevate your cycling game—your body will thank you!
SMO2 Levels and Base Training
When it comes to cycling, many believe that hard training is the key to speed. However, what if riding easier while tracking your muscle oxygen levels could make you stronger? The Moxy SmO₂ sensor measures the oxygen in your muscles in real time, helping optimize your training. Learn how understanding your SmO₂ can boost endurance, enhance recovery, and improve performance. Ready to ride smarter and get stronger? Explore the muscle oxygen data and unlock your cycling potential!
Steve Neal’s Moxy Field
Coach Steve Neal’s Moxy Field Is INCREDIBLY EFFECTIVE! Steve Neal is one of the most successful and qualified coaches that I know. He and I have followed a similar path. We both owned Cycling Studios. He and I have worked together to employ features in PerfPro Studio. He is a pioneer in Diaphragm breathing protocols. […]