Virtual Training

Training with Zwift

Wednesday group rides are available on Zwifts Schedule Link searching for World TEAM. We’ll send out invitations to our other “meetup” rides through the app. To join a meetup, accept the invitation and hit “Ride” in Zwift before the ride time. 

Weekly Ride Schedule

Wednesdays at 6:30pm EST – Official Group Ride on Zwift 

Whether you ride a bike, trike, handcycle or anything else, join World T.E.A.M.’s adaptive and able-bodied athletes for an inclusive, accessible SST (Sweet Spot Training) workout. Join us on Discord for some extra camaraderie and groan-worthy dad jokes: https://discord.gg/bdmVp9KpA2

Zwift Ride Leader Rob Cant

What You Need to Have 

  • Indoor Trainer – Zwift pairs with many smart trainers, check on their website. You don’t need a smart trainer to use Zwift! By utilizing a speed and cadence sensor and/or a power meter you can still use Zwift on a classic trainer or rollers. Shop on Zwift.
  • Computer/Tablet – Grab your computer or tablet to run the Zwift software. Download the Zwift app. *You can also run Zwift on Apple TV but we will not address that here.
  • Zwift Companion App – Download from your phone’s app store to join our meetup or event and to find fellow zwifters. Follow the World T.E.A.M. account AND Rob Cant- World TEAM to be invited to our training rides. (More Menu > Find Zwifters > search “World T.E.A.M.” > select World T.E.A.M. and Rob Cant – World TEAM)

What You Want to Have 

 
  • Second Screen – Our Zwift virtual ride leaders will be hosting Zoom video conferences during each ride so you can interact with your fellow riders. A second device or an extra screen will let you see both Zwift and Zoom. A laptop connected to a TV is ideal. 
  • Fan –You’ll be surprised how much you sweat when there’s no airflow. Place a large fan in front of your bike to keep you cool and comfortable while you’re in the saddle. As a bonus, it will also bring you back to some of our windier days out on the FOA course!
  • Towel/Floor Mat– Put something underneath your bike and trainer to catch sweat.
  • Side Table/Desk –You’ll want a surface on which to keep everything easily accessible. 
  • Heart Rate Monitor – While not necessary for Zwift, an HRM is great for training. We recommend a chest strap HRM, but if you already have a wrist-based activity tracker, you may be able to use that instead. Keep in mind you will need an HRM that transits Bluetooth in order to pair it easily to your computer or tablet.

Let's Zwift!

  • Download Zwift – Find the correct version for your device and download Zwift. If you’re new to Zwift, you’ll start out with a 7-day free trial. After that it’s $15/month. 
  • Log In or Create an Account –Log in or if you don’t have an account yet, click “Create an Account”.
  • Pair Your Trainer – “Paired Devices” screen. If you have a smart trainer, make sure it’s plugged in and wake it up by turning the pedals. More Information
  • Click Search and select your trainer, hear rate monitor, cadence sensor, power meter, etc. depending on which you are using. You don’t need a smart trainer to use Zwift! By utilizing a speed and cadence sensor and/or a power meter you can still use Zwift on a classic trainer or rollers.   
  • Most smart trainers and modern computers and tablets will have Bluetooth BLE and will connect easily. Click here for other connection options.

If you are using ANT+ or do not have Bluetooth on your device click here for more information on using a dongle or the Zwift Companion app.