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Get to know TrainingPeaks and WKO5, What differences are there between them? What is each of them for?

TrainingPeaks

TrainingPeaks It is a web-based platform (and with a mobile app) aimed at training, planning and monitoring of endurance athletes (cycling, carrera, triathlon, etc.).

TrainingPeaks Main Features

  • Training planning throughout the season (calendar).
  • Show daily workouts, basic performance indicators, volume trends, training load, etc.
  • Allows coaches to assign workouts, communicate with athletes, see your data, etc.

In summary, TrainingPeaks is the frontend platform (web/app) that both athletes and coaches use to plan, record and track training.


What is WKO5

WKO5 It is a “deeper” analysis application, desktop (PC/Mac). Developed to perform advanced analysis of training data, These data are generated by modeling the power curve with all the data that the athlete receives from their training or sports tests.. Can be synced with TrainingPeaks to import all data.

WKO5 Main Features

  • Detailed data analysis: power-duration curves (Power Duration), personalized physiological models, calculating metrics like mFTP, estimated VO₂max, FRC, etc.
  • Advanced visualization tools: customizable dashboards, multiple views, configurable graphics, data visualization management.
  • New or more sophisticated metrics (new versions): e.g., Training Impact Score (TIS), dFRC (Dynamic Functional Reserve Capacity), management of multiple thresholds for multidisciplinary athletes, Smart Segments, comparison between different date ranges, etc.
  • Allows you to analyze data even when you are not connected to the internet (offline) — ideal for working locally with your training files.
  • Automatic synchronization with TrainingPeaks: import not only training files (e.g., FIT), but also subjective metrics (sleep, weight, sensations, etc.) added in TrainingPeaks.
  • Flexibility to do analysis “tailored”: create custom graphs, combine variables, see relationships between objective and subjective metrics, etc.

In summary, WKO5 is the deep analysis tool for those who want to dig into training data beyond what the standard web/app offers.

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