FTP, TSS, Indoor vs Outdoor Riding & Bike Power vs Endurance (Listener Q&A) | Ep 583

About this episode

Coach Rob answers listener questions about training for an Ironman amidst real-life challenges.

In this week’s episode, Coach Rob answers questions from athletes navigating the messy reality of training for an Ironman alongside work, family, and unpredictable conditions. From battling bad weather to juggling early starts, this is a practical, no-nonsense Q&A focused on what actually moves the needle. You’ll learn: Whether indoor training is “good enough” (and when it isn’t) How to structure back-to-back sessions when time is tight The truth about FTP testing—and why your numbers might be misleading How to bridge the gap between short power and long endurance What a “too high” TSS score is really telling you about your pacing Why comparing your FTP to social media is a fast track to doubt—and what to focus on instead Simple, high-impact ways to improve bike performance before race day If you’re training for your first Ironman or 70.3 and trying to make it work around real life, this episode will help you stay focused on what matters and let go of what doesn’t. * * * * * * * SPONSORS * * * * * * * * Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? At ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Team Oxygenaddict,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ we specialise in helping busy professionals fit…

People in this episode

Host: Rob Wilby

Topics covered

• Ironman training
• indoor vs outdoor riding
• FTP testing
• bike performance
• TSS score
• endurance training

Keywords

• FTP
• TSS
• indoor training
• bike power
• endurance
• Ironman
• 70.3
• training structure

Sponsors

Team Oxygenaddict

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