Here’s something I didn’t expect to say: Strava’s AI might be the best coach I’ve ever had.
No yelling. No weird training plans. Just smart feedback, good timing, and a clean dashboard that keeps me moving forward — literally.
Every ride I log gets turned into a simple stat: Relative Effort. That number alone tells me how hard I pushed. Right now, I’m at 226 for the week, with a target cap of 230. That’s Strava’s way of saying, “Nice work. Maybe don’t go full beast mode tomorrow.”
It’s subtle, but it works.
It’s not just data for the sake of data either. The charts show where I’ve been slacking, when I peaked, and where things are trending now. That visibility has helped me ride smarter — not just harder.
And yes, I set a weekly goal: 40 miles. I’m already at 33.1, and Strava’s little ring is filling up fast. It’s simple. It’s visual. And it works. Seeing that goal get closer is oddly motivating — like crossing off a to-do list, but better.
I’m not training for a race. I’m not chasing PRs every week.
But I am trying to stay consistent, ride with purpose, and see real progress. Strava’s AI tools help me do that — no spreadsheets, no guesswork.
Just solid feedback that makes it easier to keep going.
This isn’t about being elite. It’s about being consistent. And right now, I’ve never been more on track
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