How to Connect Strava to TrainingPeaks
TrainingPeaks can automatically import your Strava activities for advanced training analysis, including TSS calculations and performance management charts.
Data That Transfers
How to Connect (Step-by-Step)
TrainingPeaks natively connects to Strava to import activity data. Activities from Strava flow into your TrainingPeaks training calendar where they are analyzed with TSS, IF, and other performance metrics.
Log in to TrainingPeaks
Go to trainingpeaks.com and log in to your account, or open the TrainingPeaks app.
Navigate to Settings
Click your profile icon and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
Find Connected Apps
Click on "Connected Apps" in the settings sidebar.
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Connect Strava
Find Strava in the available integrations and click "Connect". Authorize TrainingPeaks to access your Strava data.
Configure Import Settings
Choose whether to auto-import all Strava activities or only specific types. TrainingPeaks will automatically pull new activities from Strava.
Verify Import
Complete a workout on Strava and check that it appears in your TrainingPeaks calendar with full data including TSS calculations.
Workarounds & Tips
- 💡Export .fit or .tcx files from Strava and manually upload to TrainingPeaks.
- 💡If using a Garmin, connect Garmin directly to TrainingPeaks for better data fidelity (skipping Strava as middleman).
Pros
- ✓Native integration with reliable auto-import
- ✓Full data fidelity — power, HR, pace, GPS all transfer
- ✓TrainingPeaks automatically calculates TSS and other training metrics
- ✓Works for all Strava activity types
Cons
- ✗Slight delay between Strava upload and TrainingPeaks import
- ✗If original data came from Garmin, connecting Garmin directly to TrainingPeaks gives better data
- ✗TrainingPeaks premium required for full analysis features
Troubleshooting
⚠️ Activities not importing
Check TrainingPeaks → Settings → Connected Apps to verify the Strava connection is active. Disconnect and reconnect if needed.
⚠️ TSS values seem wrong
Ensure your training zones are properly set in TrainingPeaks (heart rate zones, power zones, pace zones). TSS accuracy depends on correct zone configuration.
⚠️ Duplicate activities
If you have multiple apps connected to TrainingPeaks (e.g., both Garmin and Strava), you may get duplicates. Connect only one source, or use TrainingPeaks' duplicate detection.
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