Watts are what measures your power on the bike. In order to move your bike, you need to apply force to the pedals, which is what generates power (or watts) on the bike. 
If you think of it in terms of an equation: Power = force (the pressure applied to the pedals) / time (cadence or RPM you pedal).
No matter how you apply power to the pedals, you want to be EFFICIENT when you do so. This means your pedal stroke should be as efficient as possible. Also, your body should be functioning as efficiently as possible in the process. By listening to the signals your body is giving you, you're more able to see what you may need to focus on when it comes to your strength training and mobility program.
Where do you feel more of the aches and pains in your body during or after your bikes rides?
A few other episodes I reference watts and power in the past are worth checking out if you haven't heard them yet:

29. 4 Ways to Optimize Your Indoor Bike Rides
20. Q+A How to Manage Training and Fuel Yourself as a Mountain Biker
7. Is Strength Training Important for Cyclists? 

#ShredStrong starts this week!
#ShredStrong is starting on Monday, October 11th, and I could not be happier and more excited to start a new cycle with my athletes! It's my signature periodized training program for mountain bikers, and I can't wait to see my athletes set more PRs and crush their climbs. LFG!

If you missed out on this new cycle, no worries. You can wait for the next release in about 3 months for the next cycle to start (inJanuary).

 

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