24th July 2025

This beginner-friendly guide is your starting point for understanding and applying power-based training with Stryd. Whether you're new to structured running with power or transitioning from heart rate or pace-based methods to running power, this module walks you through the core concepts, tools, and strategies that will help you train smarter from the very first run.

You'll learn:

• ⚡ What running power is — and why it’s a better way to gauge effort than pace or heart rate
• 🎯 How to use Critical Power (CP) and the Power Duration Curve (PDC) to individualize training
• 📊 How to monitor progress, manage training load, and adapt your plan with metrics like Running Stress Score (RSS), Running Stress Balance (RSB), and Lower Body Stress Score (LBSS)
• 🧠 How to analyze your form and mechanics using Stryd’s advanced tools: 3D Stryd Footpath, mechanical metrics, and balance insights
• 🛠 How to use PowerCenter, Race Power Calculator, and structured workouts to train and race with purpose
• 👥 How to grow as a self-coached athlete or certified coach using Stryd’s education ecosystem

This module is designed to give you a complete foundation in just 20–30 minutes, with quick takeaways, visual examples, and practical tools you can use right away. Whether you're an athlete or a coach, you'll leave with the confidence to start training and racing — with power.