Can Zwift Prepare You for Brutal Climbs? | Tackling "The Grade"

Join me as I tackle Zwift's toughest climb, "The Grade," and test whether virtual cycling can truly prepare you for real-world challenges like the Sportive Struggle Borderlands. In this video, I dive into the ups and downs (literally!) of my training journey, balancing family time with fitness during the school holidays, and pushing my limits on the 3 km climb with an 8.6% gradient. I'll also share my thoughts on how Zwift helps me find my rhythm, boost my FTP score, and get ready for the steep hills of the Yorkshire Dales. Don't forget to like, comment, and share your thoughts on indoor vs outdoor training!
0:03 - Intro & Overview
0:15 - Preparing for the Sportive Struggle Borderlands
0:51 - Using Zwift for Climb Training
1:07 - Testing Zwift's Toughest Climb: The Grade
1:46 - Climbing Stats & First Impressions
1:51 - The Challenge of 8.6% Gradient
2:55 - Finding Rhythm & Cadence on the Climb
4:16 - Pacing Strategies During The Grade
5:11 - New FTP Score!
5:26 - Zwift vs Real-World Climbing
6:24 - Sprint Sections: Woodland & Sasquatch Sprints
7:27 - Indoor Training Benefits & Conclusion
8:15 - Outro
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