Author’s Preface:

Lift Propulsive Pedaling (LPP) is a fully tested and technically verified “on the saddle” variant of the pro-pedaling technique. Pro cyclists lift through 75% of their pedaling stroke upswing and then push down and sweep to an upswing with the opposing pedal. This subtleties of this lifting and pushing combination take years to master.

With LPP the cyclist lifts through 100% of the pedaling upswing, while letting the opposing leg fall without applying muscular force, in order for its inertial mass to provide additional support to the lifting leg process. Once the descending leg free falls down to the bottom of the arc, it proceeds to lift the pedal to the top of the arc. The mechanical efficiency of the lifting leg as it applies force to the stroke is not interrupted by the descending leg though the upswing. Instead, it is supported by the kinetic energy provided by the descending leg. Absolutely no push down pressure should be applied at any time by the descending leg. Doing so disrupts a lifting process that has been instrumentally proven to be better at power generation than the pushing down on pedals. It is important to note that far more muscles effectively support the lifting process, and that increased power happens without the burning sensation felt when pushing down on pedals. The LLP physics have been fully explained in the technical paper provided. This paper has undergone a rigorous independent technical review to ensure its accuracy. Images and explanations of way to set up your bike, cleats, as well as doing your LPP training, are found within the LPP Training and Coaching page.

LPP is also a technique that drastically reduces stress to the knees. It allows cyclists that could no longer apply downward pressure to the pedals, to ride efficiently while producing high wattages. This is because LPP completely eliminates any downward pedals pressure in order to achieve optimal lifting efficiency. LPP is also Pro tested and verified. The following is a summary of the Pro LPP tests findings:

Summary of LPP Pro Tests Findings

Test Track Terrain Profile

Test Pro Physical Statistics

LPP Tests Performance Data

BFR T1 and T2 were Baseline Speed Tests Without LPP Intervention

For more detailed information of the tests please go to the LPP Test Results (https://lppedaling.com/lpp-test-results/) page.

Dedication

This Website is dedicated to Tyler Johns and his LPP cycling feat delivered at the 2014 Cour’de Alene, Idaho Iron Man Triathlon.

Performance Summary: In June 29 of 2014, after some intense training which included learning and adapting to LPP in my indoor cycling classes at 24 Hour Fitness in San Diego, Tyler Johns went to Cour’de Alene, Idaho to participate in this grueling Iron Man.

With over 5,000 feet of climbing across the 112 miles cycling stage, this test demanded a razor sharp and highly efficient cycling performance to set up a successful marathon stage. Getting out of the water in the 1,167th position with a 2.4 miles swim time of 1 hours 22 minutes and 51 seconds, Tyler started his cycling stage.

Riding the 112 mile course at an average speed of 20 miles per hour in a time of 5 hours 38 minutes and 41 seconds, he notched the 161st fastest cycling time out of 2,124 participants. During that performance he dropped over 900 competitors and finished in the mid 200th position overall. After running the marathon in a time of 4 hours 31 minutes and 26 seconds, he placed 361st out of the 2,124 competitors with an overall time of 11 hours 45 minutes and 49 seconds. A truly remarkable feat for his first triathlon.

A Note About Comments:

Even though the this website provides a comments section on each page, the sheer volume of them made the situation very hard to manage in a timely manner. If you need to contact me, please feel free to do so via email at joevilella@gmail.com. Just send me an email titled LPP Conversation (Your Country), for example LPP Conversation (SPAIN). I will respond as soon as feasible.

Thanks and Ride Safe!