Do I need Zwift to take part in the live training sessions?

No, to take part in our online rides you do not need Zwift. Simply follow along to the online Livestream and ride alongside those on Zwift. It won’t be quite the same experience, the social element of the Zwift platform will be missing, but it will not exclude you from the training benefits our rides offer.

What is a .FIT, .GPX or .ZWO file?

These are text-based files that provide the workout information to your device, such as a Wahoo, Garmin or into the Zwift platform. There are other file types available, but these are the most widely used.
Download them, put them into the correct folder on your device and follow the on-screen prompts throughout your workout or ride.
.GPX files are typically used for route navigation whilst .FIT or .ZWO are more commonly used for workouts.

What do I need for the live training sessions?
An indoor training set up for these sessions can be tailored to almost any price point imaginable. Starting from a basic home turbo trainer, your own bike mounted into a standard non-smart turbo trainer, coupled with at the very least a speed sensor, but for more specific training also a cadence sensor and a heart rate monitor.
At the upper end of the scale, you could have a professional set up with a dedicated smart trainer or bike, connected fans that adjust with your heart rate and accessories such as mood lighting, or adjustable gradient for replicating climbing. Even a rocker plate to help recreate the motion of outdoor training. Your imagination is the limit at this end of the market.
Indoor training checklist
The below is a list of essential items for indoor training

Bike
Turbo Trainer
Shorts
Drink
Fan
Towel
Bike computer/phone other device to record the activity
Music
Motivation. Ventilation. Hydration and determination.