TrainingPeaks is a web and mobile service for athletes and coaches who plan, record, and analyze endurance training. It covers running, cycling, triathlon, marathon, strength work, and indoor cycling. Garmin, Apple, Zwift, Wahoo, Suunto, Polar, WHOOP, COROS, and other devices and apps are listed as compatible, while some athlete tools require Premium.
What it does
TrainingPeaks helps athletes and coaches plan, record, analyze, and manage endurance training. It covers running, cycling, triathlon, marathon, strength work, and other endurance activities.
Workout views include lap and split analysis, charts, and Peak Performance notices for power, heart rate, or pace. Performance Management Charts show training load, fitness, fatigue, and form over time. The service runs on the web and in iOS and Android apps, with desktop WKO+ software listed separately.
On the wrist
TrainingPeaks lists compatibility with Garmin, Apple, Zwift, Wahoo, Suunto, Polar, WHOOP, COROS, and many other devices and apps. Completed Garmin Connect activities can sync to the TrainingPeaks calendar, and eligible future structured workouts can sync to Garmin Connect.
Planned workouts can sync to compatible devices and platforms. The Structured Workout Builder creates sessions from heart-rate and pace targets. TrainingPeaks does not list a direct Strava sync; Strava files need another transfer method.
Getting started
A new athlete can begin with the free Basic Athlete plan or use the 14-day trial. From there, the service lets users buy a training plan, build one themselves, use an Annual Training Plan, or select from more than 700 workouts in Joe Friel’s library.
Users can connect compatible devices, build structured sessions, and review recorded activities in the calendar. Coach accounts add season planning, athlete dashboards, compliance indicators, comments, notifications, and payment management.
Strengths
TrainingPeaks brings planning, workout records, and endurance analysis into one calendar. Its charts and Training Stress Score help athletes follow changes in training load, fitness, fatigue, and form.
Premium adds drag-and-drop planning, device sync for planned workouts, workout analysis, strength tools, Peak Performances, and TrainingPeaks Virtual. The strength area includes more than 1,000 video-guided movements.
Catches
The free Basic Athlete plan limits workout viewing and uploads and leaves out features available to paid accounts. Workout Comparison is specifically identified as a Premium Athlete feature.
There is no direct Strava synchronization. The public API is restricted to approved commercial fitness applications and devices, is not available for personal projects, and typically takes 7–10 days to answer access requests.
Pricing
Basic Athlete is free, with limited workout viewing and uploads plus free endurance and strength content. Premium Athlete costs $11.25 a month when billed annually at $134.99 a year. Premium Athlete Monthly costs $19.95 a month.
Coach Edition costs $21.99 a month, with a $99 startup fee that is waived with coupon TPCOACH. It includes four basic athlete accounts and one premium athlete account; extra premium athletes cost $9 a month each.
Bronze coaching costs $149 a month. Silver coaching costs $229 a month. Gold coaching costs $359 a month. Each includes a Premium account and a custom plan, with the included email, call, feedback, and adjustment allowances increasing by tier.
Who it suits
- Runners, cyclists, triathletes, and other endurance athletes
- Coaches managing athletes and custom training plans
- Users with compatible Garmin or other listed devices
Who should look elsewhere
- You need direct Strava synchronization.
- You want to build a personal project with the API.
- You only need unrestricted features on a free plan.
What is good
- Plans, records, and endurance analysis share one calendar.
- Garmin Connect activities can sync automatically.
- Premium includes planned-workout device sync and analysis tools.
- Strength area has more than 1,000 video-guided movements.
- Coach accounts include dashboards and athlete-management tools.
Know this first
- Free plan limits workout viewing and uploads.
- No direct Strava synchronization.
- Personal API projects are not allowed.
- Several athlete features require Premium.
- Coach Edition has a $99 startup fee unless waived.
On your watch
TrainingPeaks syncs with a watch; its maker names Garmin, Polar, Suunto, Coros.
- Completed Garmin Connect activities can sync automatically to the TrainingPeaks calendar, and eligible future structured workouts can sync to Garmin Connect. · trainingpeaks.com, 2026-10-04
The short of it
TrainingPeaks suits endurance athletes who want a structured calendar and detailed load analysis, and coaches who need athlete-management tools. The free tier is a way to view the service, but serious planning, device workout sync, comparisons, and several analysis tools sit in Premium. Check your device path before paying, especially if your records live in Strava or you need a personal API project. The annual Premium option lowers the monthly equivalent, while coaching tiers add human contact and custom planning.
What wearers ask
Does TrainingPeaks work with Garmin?
Yes. TrainingPeaks says completed Garmin Connect activities can sync automatically to its calendar, and eligible future structured workouts can sync to Garmin Connect.
Can I use TrainingPeaks with Strava?
TrainingPeaks says there is no direct Strava synchronization. You must use another method to transfer Strava files.
Is there a free TrainingPeaks plan?
Yes. Basic Athlete is free, with limited workout viewing and uploads plus free endurance and strength content. A 14-day trial is also offered.
What does Premium add?
Premium includes planning tools, planned-device sync, workout analysis, a weekly fitness summary, strength tools, Peak Performances, and TrainingPeaks Virtual.
Which devices and apps are compatible?
TrainingPeaks lists Garmin, Apple, Zwift, Wahoo, Suunto, Polar, WHOOP, COROS, and many other devices and apps as compatible.
Can I use the API for a personal project?
No. The public API is restricted to approved commercial fitness applications and devices, and TrainingPeaks says it is not available for personal use.
