Hi all,
I’m looking for advice on optimal cadence for long distance triathlon please. I understand it is highly dependant on the person, the conditions etc, but I can’t help but think mine is dramatically too low at circa 60rpm for a normal long indoor ride in the aero position.
My FTP is 305 (also set at a very low cadence) and my best outdoor 180km is 4:56. During long rides my heart rate stays very low and my legs fatigue before I experience any test of my aerobic capability. This leads me to hypothesise (without any physiological basis) that my low cadence means I am over reliant on strength and failing to utilise aerobic fitness.
So:
- What is the optimal cadence range for a Triathlon in your view?
- Have I lost the plot or is there likely to be a link between low cadence and leg fatigue being the limiting factor to speed?
Thanks!
I’m looking for advice on optimal cadence for long distance triathlon please. I understand it is highly dependant on the person, the conditions etc, but I can’t help but think mine is dramatically too low at circa 60rpm for a normal long indoor ride in the aero position.
My FTP is 305 (also set at a very low cadence) and my best outdoor 180km is 4:56. During long rides my heart rate stays very low and my legs fatigue before I experience any test of my aerobic capability. This leads me to hypothesise (without any physiological basis) that my low cadence means I am over reliant on strength and failing to utilise aerobic fitness.
So:
- What is the optimal cadence range for a Triathlon in your view?
- Have I lost the plot or is there likely to be a link between low cadence and leg fatigue being the limiting factor to speed?
Thanks!