Why is My Zwift Workout FTP Different Than My zFTP?
Have you ever hopped onto your Zwift Ride, ready to crush a workout, only to have a mini heart attack at the FTP number Zwift has decided is right for you? Yeah, me too! It’s like Zwift is saying, “Surprise! You’re 15 watts stronger than you thought!” Thanks for the...
Zwift Ride: Shift Styles and Gear Options at any Age
TL;DR Heads up—this post gets a little nerdy! If technical talk isn’t your thing, feel free to skip to What’s Special About Zwift Ride Gearing for OWLs and the Shifting Style and Gear options I chose for my Zwift Ride. No hard feelings—I promise! Next on the docket of my...
Relearning to Climb: Kicking That Pain in the Butt Goodbye!
Ever wonder what cadence you should ride at when tackling climbs? Well, it really depends on the person. As for me, I’ve realized it’s high time I start climbing with a quicker spin. Why, you ask? Simple—I want to be pedaling strong for many years ahead! What is Cadence? Cadence...
Is That a Scotty in Your Pocket?
I can’t tell you how many times I hear, “Wait, is that Scotty in your pocket? I want one!” Apparently, he’s the must-have accessory of the season! Yes! Scotty in your pocket is a new feature in Zwift. Who…or what exactly is Scotty? Scotty the Squirrel, Zwift’s cheeky little mascot...
Built to Move
After decades spent working with professional athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, mobility pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett began thinking about the physical well-being of the rest of us. What makes a durable human? How do we continue to feel great and function well as we age? And how do we...
Is The Grade the Best Way to Estimate Your FTP on Zwift?
2025.06.09 UPDATE: Our friends over at Best Bike Split added both Hilltop Hustle and The Grade to their Zwift Routes! I’ve updated completion times specific to The Grade in the section “Perhaps, Not Ideal for Age 50+ Riders“.• An average 2.2 W/kg 50-year-old would conquer The Grade in about 27:59.•...