Training

All questions related to daily training

Do I need a power meter to use VeloPro?
No. You only need a bicycle and a smartphone if you are just getting started with VeloPro.  Check out some of the helpful articles in the Getting Started ca...
Wed, 30 Mar, 2022 at 11:03 AM
What file types does VeloPro accept?
VeloPro Inc accepts .fit and .tcx file types. VeloPro Inc also supports importing from Strava, either manually or automatically whenever you upload a ride t...
Wed, 30 Mar, 2022 at 11:03 AM
How are Heart Rate Zones calculated?
HR zones are based either on your last FTP Check ride or, if that does not exist, they are based on your age. You should see an indication of which method w...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 9:57 AM
I want to complete my goal event in 4 hours, but VeloPro Inc designates 5.5 hours. Why the discrepancy?
Event time goals are only an estimate, based on your type of event (Century, Cyclocross, etc). VeloPro Inc bases its load prediction on the type of event yo...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 3:22 PM
What happens if I miss a workout?
If you miss a workout, you won't upload any data so the program will automatically readjust.  Take a look at your Training Plan in your account to see h...
Wed, 30 Mar, 2022 at 11:05 AM
How can I mark multiple days "off" or change to indoors on my training plan?
On your dashboard, go to the Training Plan tab and simply Left-Click (under the workout/in the white space) and hold your mouse/touchpad on the first day yo...
Mon, 20 Feb, 2023 at 11:44 AM
Can I tell the system which days I want to do longer rides?
This is currently in our development queue.  Currently, VeloPro is setup to put your longer rides on the weekends.  Where exactly your rides go, and how lon...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 2:49 PM
Does VeloPro support training for a multi-day event?
VeloPro most certainly supports training for multi-day events (competitive or non-competitive).  Choose Century or Fondo for goal type and, below that, ther...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 3:41 PM
Fitness-Only goal or event not listed
Having a fitness-only goal is high on our development list.  In the meantime, here’s a hack to input a goal time and date that will create a program for wha...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 2:55 PM
Track and Sprint Training
VeloPro currently is more suited to helping prepare you for your endurance track events (Pursuit/Scratch/Points).  Sprint events training ideally includes a...
Wed, 6 Apr, 2022 at 3:39 PM