# Training

**URL:** https://forum.xertonline.com/c/training/8.md?page=2

[Latest](https://forum.xertonline.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.xertonline.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.xertonline.com/tags.md)

**Page:** 3

---

## [Threshold Power, LTP](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/threshold-power-ltp/49229)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Matejmrsnik](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Matejmrsnik)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 5, 2026, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/threshold-power-ltp/49229 "2026-04-05T21:16:45Z")

</div>

Hi, I’m a bit confused about my Xert-calculated LTP and TP. Currently, it shows LTP at 291 W and TP at 328 W. It seems a bit overexaggerated, as I’m not really able to ride in Zone 2 at this intensity. Additionally, my …

---

## [Magic buckets or suggested workout?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/magic-buckets-or-suggested-workout/49206)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Otium](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Otium)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2026, 5:46pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/magic-buckets-or-suggested-workout/49206 "2026-04-04T17:46:04Z")

</div>

When trainng indoor workouts is it best to use the auto generated magic buckets session or one of the recommended ones that are suggested?

---

## [My fitness is in a weird place and I don't know how to adjust Xert](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/my-fitness-is-in-a-weird-place-and-i-dont-know-how-to-adjust-xert/49226)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@hobbyhoarder83](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/hobbyhoarder83)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2026, 5:04pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/my-fitness-is-in-a-weird-place-and-i-dont-know-how-to-adjust-xert/49226 "2026-04-04T17:04:18Z")

</div>

Due to various reasons, I was only able to do indoor Z2 rides from November to February. I then slowly started adding intervals and riding outside more. None of these were all-out, although I did have a few punchier clim…

---

## [Hard days: Stick to prescribed power or go harder if possible?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/hard-days-stick-to-prescribed-power-or-go-harder-if-possible/49209)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@melzmelz](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/melzmelz)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 4, 2026, 12:01pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/hard-days-stick-to-prescribed-power-or-go-harder-if-possible/49209 "2026-04-04T12:01:34Z")

</div>

Hej, I got another question regarding a different aspect of training: Almost all “hard days” I overshoot power in intervals and recovery. What’s labeled as a 3diamond workout before gets always flagged as 4dia afterwar…

---

## [Climber or Sprint Time-Triallist?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/climber-or-sprint-time-triallist/49224)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@hugoyave](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/hugoyave)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 2, 2026, 2:09pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/climber-or-sprint-time-triallist/49224 "2026-04-02T14:09:51Z")

</div>

Hello, I want to train for a granfondo with climbs lasting about 45 minutes. I’m torn between the Focus Climber and Sprint Time-Triallist, but I willn’t use a 10-minute power because its too high for a 45-minute climb. …

---

## [Rotating Athlete Type / Focus every 3-4 weeks in Continuous Improvement?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/rotating-athlete-type-focus-every-3-4-weeks-in-continuous-improvement/49203)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@MaartenV](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/MaartenV)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 9:06am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/rotating-athlete-type-focus-every-3-4-weeks-in-continuous-improvement/49203 "2026-03-26T09:06:47Z")

</div>

I’ve been using Xert for a while now, mostly in Continuous Improvement mode (no specific Target Event Date). My availability and improvement rate are set realistically so everything stays achievable. I’m wondering if it’…

---

## [Sense check on a BT today](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/sense-check-on-a-bt-today/49200)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@jjamesv](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/jjamesv)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/sense-check-on-a-bt-today/49200 "2026-03-25T17:01:10Z")

</div>

Hi Guys, I got a gold BT today https://www.xertonline.com/activities/4xfsfhwz0eqr8umz?forUser=jjamesv and it’s satisfying for my ego, but does it look right? I feel like I have a memory of sprints on a low MPA can some…

---

## [Setting a goal for an event](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/setting-a-goal-for-an-event/49188)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@jmbisson](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/jmbisson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2026, 8:46am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/setting-a-goal-for-an-event/49188 "2026-03-23T08:46:03Z")

</div>

I’m preparing for the 207 mile Seattle to Portland ride in July. It’s not a race, but my personal goal is to get as close to a 10 hour (moving time) finish. Last year was 11.5 hours. I’m completely new to Xert. Are there…

---

## [How to program for 2 week break?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/how-to-program-for-2-week-break/49186)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Fishnchamps](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Fishnchamps)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 12:55pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/how-to-program-for-2-week-break/49186 "2026-03-22T12:55:55Z")

</div>

Hey everyone, I’ve got to take a 2 week break. The first week is because of a minor injury. The injury has no impact on my cycling ability. The second week is a family holiday. I’m on the continuous program right now a…

---

## [Understanding Form, Training Status and Colours](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/understanding-form-training-status-and-colours/43719)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@eeney](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/eeney)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/understanding-form-training-status-and-colours/43719 "2026-03-19T14:32:55Z")

</div>

I’m confused, today my training status is red (very tired), my form is 20.9 and today the planner has a blue (fresh) colour under it. Which is correct. I personally feel tired, didn’t train yesterday because was too ti…

---

## [Question: "Remaing Recovery" Interpretation](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/question-remaing-recovery-interpretation/49071)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@perreb](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/perreb)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 7:54am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/question-remaing-recovery-interpretation/49071 "2026-03-19T07:54:42Z")

</div>

Question. My status is very tired, but only have 6 more hours rest needed in “Low”. What happens after the 6 hours? Will I be “blue"/fresh” and ready for action again? or will it shift from very tired red to tired yellow…

---

## [Remaining recovery](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/remaining-recovery/49154)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@raphnou](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/raphnou)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 7:42pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/remaining-recovery/49154 "2026-03-14T19:42:09Z")

</div>

Bonjour, Le système “High” est moins fatigué que le système “Low” est-ce possible? Merci pour votre aide, je reçois moins de réponse à mes questions ces derniers temps

---

## [Workouts on Karoo?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/workouts-on-karoo/49148)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Fishnchamps](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Fishnchamps)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 7:49pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/workouts-on-karoo/49148 "2026-03-07T19:49:49Z")

</div>

Hey everyone, I tried to send a Xert workout to my new Karoo, but I couldn’t quite figure out how to send it to the Karoo or to start it. What’s the secret? I’m quite sure I’m just missing the correct button to press o…

---

## [XATA or Forecast AI](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/xata-or-forecast-ai/49147)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@HarryC](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/HarryC)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/xata-or-forecast-ai/49147 "2026-03-07T18:11:38Z")

</div>

I’d like to follow a plan that at least provides a rough structure, such as Base/Build/Peak and Recovery Weeks with pure endurance rides. On the other hand, I love the flexibility of the XATA plan and the Magic Buckets, …

---

## [Specificity rating (pure - mixed - polar)](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/specificity-rating-pure-mixed-polar/49114)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Pithpossum](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Pithpossum)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2026, 3:28pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/specificity-rating-pure-mixed-polar/49114 "2026-02-26T15:28:13Z")

</div>

I don’t fully understand the reasoning behind mixed and polar workouts. For example, this Breakaway Specialist workout We Will Rock You contains intervals under and above the focus intensity of Breakaway Specialist, but…

---

## [Off-season, rest week](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/off-season-rest-week/49124)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@raphnou](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/raphnou)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/off-season-rest-week/49124 "2026-02-25T16:21:15Z")

</div>

Hi, Sorry, I’m using Google Translate to ask my questions. I need help understanding how to properly manage a rest week and benefit from good supercompensation for the rest of the program. This week I decided to shift…

---

## [Daily Suumary](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/daily-suumary/49113)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@HarryC](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/HarryC)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 11:28pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/daily-suumary/49113 "2026-02-24T23:28:32Z")

</div>

Before my training today, I was shown in the Daily Summery - XSS Overview at Daily Targets Low 120. I then did 109 and afterwards it shows me 99 at Daily Targets. How can that be? So I’ve actually done too much now.

---

## [Does MPA change with your status (Fresh, Tired etc)](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/does-mpa-change-with-your-status-fresh-tired-etc/49107)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Easablade](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Easablade)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 21, 2026, 8:54am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/does-mpa-change-with-your-status-fresh-tired-etc/49107 "2026-02-21T08:54:18Z")

</div>

Hi Context: My planner for yesterday was to do some interval workout with XSS in both high and peak (I raced on Zwift instead plus top up). Thought: My adapt forecast button had the red dot (I ignored it as I wanted…

---

## [Nutrition Planning](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/nutrition-planning/49106)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@eeney](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/eeney)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 11:23pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/nutrition-planning/49106 "2026-02-19T23:23:48Z")

</div>

Sorry if I’m posting too much, just getitng my training mojo back, with weight to lose and fitness to gain. Is anyone a nutrition planner like Helix or Foodcoach, the idea sounds interesting for planning nutrition and c…

---

## [Adjusting Xert workouts based on recovery (HRV/sleep)](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adjusting-xert-workouts-based-on-recovery-hrv-sleep/49098)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@McM](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/McM)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 1:36pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adjusting-xert-workouts-based-on-recovery-hrv-sleep/49098 "2026-02-18T13:36:46Z")

</div>

Hi everyone, Quick question — does Xert have any way to adapt recommended training sessions based on recovery metrics like Garmin HRV status or sleep score, or is this something users need to adjust manually? For those…

---

## [Magic Buckets time slots](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/magic-buckets-time-slots/49095)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@LarsJoris](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/LarsJoris)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/magic-buckets-time-slots/49095 "2026-02-17T16:01:58Z")

</div>

Hi everyone, I’ve been using Magic Buckets for some time now. When I select manual mode, it usually gives me 10 different time slots. For example, this morning I chose a duration of 90 minutes, but when it loaded onto m…

---

## [Continuous improvement and XMB](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/continuous-improvement-and-xmb/49019)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Fishnchamps](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Fishnchamps)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 8:08am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/continuous-improvement-and-xmb/49019 "2026-02-17T08:08:44Z")

</div>

Hi everyone, I’m currently using the Adaptive Advisor and am on a moderate-1 improvement rate on continuous. Is it normal, I always get HIT days suggested from XMB workouts and never a low intensity day? Even after a 2…

---

## [Warum rechnet "Adapt Forecast" nicht vorllständig durch](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/warum-rechnet-adapt-forecast-nicht-vorllstandig-durch/49088)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Dirk\_K](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Dirk_K)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 8:02pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/warum-rechnet-adapt-forecast-nicht-vorllstandig-durch/49088 "2026-02-14T20:02:54Z")

</div>

bist hier hin alles ok- Training gemacht usw.- es erscheint ein roter Pkt oben rechts im Adapt Forcast; wenn ich das dann ausführe kommt: ( und das passiert immer wieder und in letzter Zeit immer öfter?)

---

## [Adjust interval power target to fit self selcted interval duration](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adjust-interval-power-target-to-fit-self-selcted-interval-duration/49085)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@eeney](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/eeney)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 4:29pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adjust-interval-power-target-to-fit-self-selcted-interval-duration/49085 "2026-02-14T16:29:34Z")

</div>

I’m sure this has been asked before, so apologies upfront. Using the training advisor, for high intensity workouts it’ll provide target power and duration, eg. 400w & 15s. Is there a method/formula to adjust the target…

---

## [Same 2 Workouts Recommended](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/same-2-workouts-recommended/49083)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@kgminard](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/kgminard)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/same-2-workouts-recommended/49083 "2026-02-14T01:30:43Z")

</div>

For most days, these 2 workouts are recommended for me: Cheung CX - 3x20 min Over-Unders SMART - Bangarang - Extended I don’t feel like day-to-day planning is adapting to my actual logged workouts nor my accumulated f…

---

## [Cannot hold power without ERG and question regarding TP W vs HR vs PRE](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/cannot-hold-power-without-erg-and-question-regarding-tp-w-vs-hr-vs-pre/49082)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@melzmelz](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/melzmelz)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 13, 2026, 11:44am UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/cannot-hold-power-without-erg-and-question-regarding-tp-w-vs-hr-vs-pre/49082 "2026-02-13T11:44:23Z")

</div>

Hello, for most of my indoor training I used ERG, for example: I can do vo2 intervals 6x3m@250-270W. Then I recently tried my first outdoor workout, which was supposed to be a TP workout with 6min intervals mostly @230…

---

## [Adapt Forecast Confusion](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adapt-forecast-confusion/49063)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Easablade](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Easablade)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2026, 7:57pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/adapt-forecast-confusion/49063 "2026-02-09T19:57:02Z")

</div>

Hi My adapt forecast button had the red dot today as there were some recovery issues it had foreseen in a month or so time. I hit the adapt forecast button, and it has created me an entire week of intervals this week, a…

---

## [Keine Planung ab und zu](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/keine-planung-ab-und-zu/49061)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Dirk\_K](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/Dirk_K)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2026, 3:41pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/keine-planung-ab-und-zu/49061 "2026-02-07T15:41:58Z")

</div>

---

## [Forecast AI vs Continuous Adaptive — better load & recovery management?](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/forecast-ai-vs-continuous-adaptive-better-load-recovery-management/48672)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@serave](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/serave)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 8:14pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/forecast-ai-vs-continuous-adaptive-better-load-recovery-management/48672 "2026-02-05T20:14:09Z")

</div>

Hey everyone, Curious to hear your thoughts — especially from the Xert team — does Forecast AI do a better job managing load and recovery than the Continuous Adaptive Program? A bit of context: I came to Xert from Trai…

---

## [Lost with suitability and recommended workout](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/lost-with-suitability-and-recommended-workout/48809)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@hyn](https://forum.xertonline.com/u/hyn)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 6:16pm UTC](https://forum.xertonline.com/t/lost-with-suitability-and-recommended-workout/48809 "2026-02-05T18:16:01Z")

</div>

Hi, This is my first season working with XERT. I have a XFAI plan, and so far so good, but sometimes, when selecting a workout, I see really weird stuff: This is an example of tomorrow’s training. All low intensity,…

[Previous page](https://forum.xertonline.com/c/training/8.md?page=1)

[Next page](https://forum.xertonline.com/c/training/8.md?page=3)
