15. 5. 2012 - Personal meeting with Marek Galinski
Personal meeting with Marek Galinski, who is a head coach of Poland National MTB Team and personal coach of World Champion Maja Wloczkowska, was held last Saturday during opportunity of next UCI Mountain Bike World Cup in Nove Mesto na Morave. The meeting was divided into 2 parts.
First of all new software version, which contains many new improvements, was introduced. This software version is only tested by Handbiking UCI World Champion Arkadiusz Skrzypinski and by Mr. Andrea Morelli, who is a personal coach of Cadel Evans and Ivan Basso, in Italian company Mapei Sport Center.
In next part of our meeting was discussed a conditions of our future contract, in which the software could be used by Marek's riders and clients, including members of his Marek Galinski Bike School. Now, the software is only used by Marek and members of the best Poland MTB Team JBG2.
1. 2. 2012 - Juan Antonio Flecha (Sky Pro Cycling) – Tour de France 2011
On youtube channel InzaCyclingSoftware and on web-page Video manual you can watch 2 new video trailers Juan Antonio Flecha (Sky Pro Cycling) – Tour de France 2011, in which is analyzed whole behavior of the famous stage race throw unique analysis, which are implemented only in the Inza Performance Cycling Software.
In the first part of video-analysis is evaluated especially the whole race behavior. For example, performance behavior in each parts of the race or intensity for each stages from view of physical work or body overextension. The video-trailer also contains heart rate and power zones, which were calculated from racing data.
In the second part of video-analysis are evaluated the most important Tour de France's stages in more detail.
6. 12. 2011 - Handbiking UCI World Champion Arkadiusz Skrzypinski started using Inza Software
After a successful video conference, on which was introduced our sofware including unique analysis for more effective management of training process, handbiking UCI world champion Arkadiusz Skrzypinski has already started to using Inza Performance Cycling Software since November 2011! In the coming months will be the primary aim how best to learn to work with the software and initial data-information collection. By the Olympic Games in London have not much time left, so it is obvious, that Arkadiusz with his realization team doesn't want to much change their training system. Arkadiusz sees the greatest benefit in a next Olympic cycle (Rio 2016), where they would use all advantages of the software and achieve a more efficient training process. We will bring initial feedback and references in the coming months. Watch a video trailer from professional testing
Diagnostix Sport Center - World Champion Arkadiusz Skrzypiñski - Terrain spiroergometry test
15. 10. 2011 - Inza Performance Cycling Software v1.8 – new server team version
In last days was successfully finished a final practice testing of the new software version, which allows automatic data sharing between coach and his riders. It means, that training and racing rider's data are synchronized on coach's side via server. This solution allows working with Inza Software and evaluate training data without connection to the internet in contrast of fully server solution, when user must be connected to the internet for analyzing data. In this solution, server is using only for data synchronization between coach and his riders. Software and data are in a computer on both sides (coach and rider)!
On youtube channel
InzaCyclingSoftware you can see 2 video trailers, in which is process how to set automatic data sharing on
rider's side
and
coach's side.
New software version is available on webpage
download. List of previous video trailers is available on webpage video manual.
1. 4. 2011 - Conclusion of the first international contract - JBG2 MTB Professional UCI Team
After several months of successfully testing of the software from one of the best Polish professional MTB team, where races Marek Galinski (Poland Champion and 13th place Olympic Games in Beijing in cross country), or raced Anna Szafraniec (Poland Champion and the 2nd place World Championship in cross country) in 2009 and 2010, was successfully concluded first international contract. Read reviews of JBG2 team on Reference web page.
3. 3. 2011 - Reference by Rostislav Krotky (AC Sparta Praha Cycling UCI Continental Team)
After successfully testing the software for several months, one of the most successful Czech road cyclists, Rostislav Krotky from the professional AC Sparta Praha Cycling team, decided to start using the Inza Performance Cycling Software in his training process. Rosta has also provided us with his evaluation which you can read on the Reference page.
3. 1. 2011 - New PDF document - Analysis of watt zones behaviour
Into Important documents section was added link to the PDF document, which describes one of the new sophisticated analysis, which is only implemented in the Inza Performance Cycling Software. This analysis is called
Analysis of watt zones behaviour.
The analysis provides information about the watt performance (power output) values which correspond to the aforementioned pulse rate zones. It is exactly this basis which allows us to analyse the quality of the individual energetic systems over the course of the analysed period.
20. 12. 2010 - Started meeting with Pro Tour teams
Because the i-trenink.com company has top goals, so in addition to global expansion of software is needed to start Inza Performance Cycling Software to use the best of the best. Therefore, we contacted few Pro Tour Teams, from which has responded HTC, Garmin, BMC and Sky Pro Cycling Teams.
The biggest response came from the Sky Pro Team (named Tim Kerrison - Head of Performance Support), who showed eminent interest to know details of the software. Because the sending materials, which describes new sophisticated analysis, were interesting, we agreed that in the coming months will test our Inza Software, so we have enough time to incorporate any deficiencies that would otherwise have constituted an obstacle to cooperation from the start of the season 2012. We were satisfied that they are in detail acquainted with the software and new analysis, because Sky Pro Team uses only the best equipment.
In HTC Pro Team, talks ongoing with head coach (Sebastian Weber), who should already start testing in January's days. Further negotiations are underway directly with the German SRM. There will be a complicated situation, because they have their own software of course, and we do not know whether they pay an external company or its own employees to developing software and so on.
10. 11. 2010 - Inza Performance Cycling Software v1.6
Inza Performance Cycling Software has been improved to automatic data import from interface TrainingPeaks 'pwx' format. If you use utility Device Agent for data import into TrainingPeaks WKO software from your hardware (Garmin Edge, SRM PowerControl, ...), then this utility creates copies of imported records in the 'pwx' data format into special folder.
Further Inza SW has been improved to automatically data import from other models of Garmin Edge (for example Edge 500) than models 705 and 800. These data files have 'fit' extension. It means, that current version of Inza Performance Cycling Software could automatic data import from all models of Garmin Edge. In these models after connecting to PC throw USB connector and starting Inza SW, new records in HW will be automatically transfered into PC and after that, these new records will be automatically imported into Inza SW, too.
Whole process by these models is now becoming fully automated.
21. 10. 2010 - Implementation of payment PayPal gateway
With the ability to pay the order Inza Performance Cycling Software using PayPal payment gateway the time between selecting the product in the online store to automatically generate a commercial license shortened to several minutes.
Originally this process obtained mostly a few days – create order, pay order, control credit check paid by a bank, manual unlock user web account and ability to generate commercial license ...
Watch video trailer Implementation of payment PayPal gateway ...
9. 10. 2010 - Personal meeting with Filip Eberl (Scott Cycling Kolin)
After relay MTB race Zaclerska 70 I had personal meeting with Filip Eberl (Scott Cycling Kolin), on which I introduced to him Inza Performance Software and we spoke about training cycling process.
Filip has not much evaluated his training cycling data, but I was pleasantly surprised, that he oriented in problem discuss and he especially expressed interest from new cycling season 2011 to start use Inza SW. Filip would also like to familiarize with the issues, too.
More information in section
References Inza Performance Cycling Software.
12. 7. 2010 - New version of the Inza Performance Software 1.4 & Video trailer
A new version of the Inza Performance Software is available for download in the Download section (install_inzaSW_1.4 installation file). Furthermore, a link to a video trailer showing the changes in comparison to the previous software version has been added to the Video manual section.
Watch Video trailer – new version of the Inza Performance Software v1.4 (for this time only in czech language)
6. 7. 2010 - New section: Video manual
A new Video manual link has been added to the red menu. All links to the individual video trailers will be gradually added to this section in which we can watch the process of the software installation, user profile creation or introduction to the individual functionalities of the software. However, the basis for getting acquainted with the software is still the pdf manual which can be downloaded together with the installation file of the Inza Performance Software in the Download section.
25. 5. 2010 - New improved graphics (Inza Performance Software)
New graphics, which will appear in the commercial version in the near future, have been implemented in the software. This is currently in the phase of final testing – trial operation. This test version is currently being used for example by Zdenek Bartos or Jiri Friedl (Merida Biking UCI Trade Team). You can look at some examples of the new graphics in a new photo gallery - Inza Performance Software Photo Gallery
4. 5. 2010 - RoadCycling.cz: Performance analysis W/1 beat
One of the best known czech internet cycling news servers RoadCycling.cz published another article from the series presenting the new analysis in the Inza Performance software ...
An excerpt from the article:"...Each point represents one particular record (training session or race) in this particular graph, where we can find the calendar date of the record on the X-axis and the value of the new two-dimensional variable W/1beat on the Y-axis. The basic interpretation of the analysis is as follows. If the curve is growing in a particular period (the points are situated higher), this means growing performance because the individual in question exercised a higher watt performance at the same or similar pulse rate values than in the case of the records which are situated lower (their value of the Y-coordinate is more negative). We must be much more cautious when interpreting the analysis ...""
Read the whole article ...
Performance analysis W/1 beat
9. 4. 2010 - Become a member of the testing team and obtain a free year’s licence
My goal is worldwide sale of the software which I would like to launch in a few months’ time (it is being translated into English at present). This is why I need to debug as many “errors” as possible to make the work with the software as user friendly as possible ...
Therefore, I would like to make you the following offer. I am offering you use of the Inza Performance Software free of charge with the following requirements: I require a completed form (evaluation report) approx. every three months which contains your answers to questions such as:
- Is there anything particular that makes working with the software unpleasant as far as user comfort is concerned ...
- What changes that could remove these drawbacks do you suggest?
- Are there any functions in the software that do not work as they should?
- What other general changes would you suggest to increase the added value of the software?
- “And others ...”
If you are interested, please contact me at my e-mail address (tomas.tichy(at)inzaperformance.com), stating (Testing – development of Inza SW) in the subject...
8. 3. 2010 - new version released - Inza Performance Software v1.3
A new version of the Inza Software (v1.3) was released today which has a newly built-in automatic data import for the CicloSport interface (HAC 4, ...). The software can be run (30-day free trial version) on a computer on which one of the previous versions was installed ...
What is new? Automatic data import from the CicloSport interface, Czech diacritics for text labels was added and the training calendar was supplemented to include the functionality of manual creation (including editing) and deletion of new records without the necessity of existence of the original data file (SRM, Garmin, PowerTap, ...)
Furthermore, it is possible to rent a commercial licence for a certain time period besides purchasing a commercial licence with no time limitation
(see Complete price list). The software has also been divided into two user parts – Professional version (including new analyses) and Amateur version (all common functions except new analyses) ...
23. 2. 2010 - RoadCycling.cz: Plausibility – imaginary nature of the results of laboratory exercise tests for evaluation of development of physical condition
One of the best known czech internet cycling news servers RoadCycling.cz published another article of the series dealing with laboratory exercise diagnostics ...
Excerpt from the article:"...Why do exercise tests provide imaginary numbers which do not reflect our real physical condition? During an exercise test, we exercise physical work that amounts to tens of Wh. This is on the level of compensating relaxation cycling one day after a difficult race (for example). Standard training units amount to hundreds of Wh. Hard training sessions (in my case) are found within the range of 500 – 1000 Wh. In other words, our fitness and the ability to regenerate when fatigued do not show during an exercise test ......"
Read the whole article...
18. 1. 2010 - Bikezone.cz: Inza Performance Software – new feature in training analysis
You can read the interview by Mr. Tomas Gladis with me about software, watts and other things on
Bikezone.cz
Introduction to the interview:"Tomas, you are the author of software allowing analysis of data from wattmeters, which are becoming more and more popular – how would you briefly describe the capabilities and purposes of the Inza Performance Software?"
Answer:"The aim of the software is to provide a more accomplished image of a specific cyclist as far as his fitness and particularly performance are concerned. The software is a feedback instrument; if we want to train as effectively as possible, we have to know if our performance has a positive growth trend. Management of the training process is more difficult without this feedback."
Read the whole article (interview)
13. 1. 2010 - RoadCycling.cz: Application areas for wattmeter utilisation in the training process
One of the best known czech internet cycling news servers RoadCycling.cz published another article from the series in which I deal with the wattmeter utilisation for training process management...
Introduction to the article:"A training system is a set of methods which consist of individual rules, procedures and instruments, thanks to which we can achieve the set goal – improvement of our performance and fitness. A training diary, wattmeter, software for data analysis, lactatometer, oxygen tent and other instruments are “only” instruments, thanks to which we can significantly increase the effectiveness of the whole training system. However, the right manual (method) that describes how to implement and utilise the given instrument during the training process must be available to us so that these instruments can generate added value. If we do not possess the right knowledge and experience how to use a new instrument, it will at most not hurt us, but it can actually cause us harm in the worst case scenario...."
Read the whole article ...
6. 1. 2010 - Data import from the CICLOSPORT interface
A module for data import from the CicloSport interface (HAC4, HAC4 PRO, HAC5) will be implemented over the course of the next few months. This concerns files with *.dat and *.tur extensions.
18. 12. 2009 - RoadCycling.cz: Physical overexertion – fatigue analysis
Motto of the article: „We do not train to ruin ourselves but to get tired in a suitable manner and to subsequently increase our fitness and performance with proper recovery (food diet, relaxation, ...).“
The first professional article was published on one of the best known czech internet cyclist information servers - RoadCycling.cz. Physical overexertion is one of the most important factors for modelling and management of the training process. The basic idea is as follows.
During a cycling training session, a certain quantity of physical work is exercised. The physical work exercised is a stress factor for our body which disturbs the balance of the inner environment and thus causes fatigue. The human body has the ability to regenerate; therefore balance is regained after a certain amount of time. However, this balance, if this concerns an effective training system, has higher parameters in terms of how well trained a person is and of performance. ...
Read the whole article ...
3. 12. 2009 - RoadCycling.cz – Review of the Inza Performance Software
One of the best known czech internet cycling news servers - RoadCycling.cz published a basic review of the software. The review was written by Mr. Chadim, who had the possibility of using the tested software for a few months. I agree with most minor flaws that were mentioned. It is necessary to be aware of the fact that I am at the beginning and there is a time and order for everything. Several articles should be published over the following months in which I will try to explain what made me develop this software, what I consider the benefit of new analyses for the training process itself and other things...
Read the whole review ...
23. 11. 2009 - A personal appointment with Jiri Friedl (Merida Biking UCI Trade Team)
A personal appointment with Jioi Friedl took place in Dolni Radechova last week. The conversation was about the training process, utilisation of a wattmeter in the training process and above all a presentation of the cycling software - Inza Performance Software was given. Jirka has been using a Power Tap wattmeter and the Power Agent software during his training sessions for almost two years. Jirka was so satisfied with the software presentation, particularly with new analyses, that we installed the software on his computer with the result that Jirka will be using the Inza Performance Software in the new season 2010. Jirka has been observing the relation between pulse rate and watt performance from a long-term point of view during his training process. It is the new analyses in the Inza Performance Software that make this analysis (monitoring) much easier.
We will be bringing you Jirka’s opinions and evaluation of the Inza Performance Software in the References section.
22. 11. 2009 - University of Hradec Kralove presented awards to exceptional students
On the occasion of Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day, the Rector of the University of Hradec Kralove honoured exceptional students who had some merit in promoting the good name of the school. This happened in front of more than a thousand participants at the university social evening on 18 November.
I was among the 21 students from the whole university who won awards, particularly owing to my second place in the Diploma thesis of 2009 contest in the field of informatics. This competition was dealt with in the article - “17 September 2009 – 2nd place in the Diploma thesis of 2009 contest in the field of informatics”. I received the award in person from the Rector of the University of Hradec Kralove doc. RNDr. Josef Hynek, MBA, Ph.D. and the mayor of corporate town of Hradec Kralove Ing. Otakar Divisek.
The climax of the gala evening was a concert by the violin virtuoso Pavel Sporcl and Gypsy cymbalo band Romano Stilo. It was a great experience.
3. 11. 2009 - New version released - Inza Performance Software 1.1
Improvements compared to the previous version 1.0 are represented by the functionality called 'Graphs of basic variable behaviour'. A new graphic technology was implemented in this case. You can view a figure of the graph
here.
1. 10. 2009 - Commercial version released - Inza Performance Software 1.0
You can download the automatic software installation utility (install_InzaSW_1.0.exe) in the
Download section. The speed of data file import from the individual interfaces has been increased by 20% in the case of this version due to a higher quality of source code.
1. 10. 2009 - Automatic import of data from the SRM Power Control interface version 6
After a longer period of effort, I have managed to decode the binary data file from the SRM PCVI wattmeter. At present, the Inza Performance Software can automatically import data files from the following interfaces: Garmin (*.tcx), Power Tap (*.data, *.workout, *.csv), Polar (*.hrm), SRM PCIV, PCV and PCVI (*.srm, *.txt).
1. 10. 2009 - User documentation for the software was created
You can download the user documentation (manual – instructions) for the Inza Software in the Download section.
17. 9. 2009 - 2nd place in the Diploma thesis of the year 2009 contest in the field of informatics
I won the second place in the final round of the Diploma thesis of the year 2009 contest within the framework of the whole Czech Republic with my diploma thesis System for evaluation of training data in cycling, which constitutes the basis for new analyses and the training cycling software, Inza Performance Software.
I received the prize from Mr. Petr Kuchao, who is a member of the board of directors of ABRA Software a.s. and the Association for information society.
The winner of the competition was Ing. Lukas Zach.
Mr. Zach has been developing software which monitors the user’s head movements by means of a web camera and moves the mouse cursor on the screen on the basis of this impulse. The software can particularly be utilised in medicine...
6. 9. 2009 - Section about the real benefit of wattmeters in the training process
Zdenik Bartos and I are planning to launch a new section on this website in the middle of October, where we will deal with the benefit of the wattmeter for the training process. Due to our experience and knowledge we suppose that the real contribution (added value) of the wattmeter in the training process consists in a “slightly” different fact from that we can read about in various professional magazines or on internet servers for cyclists.
2. 9. 2009 - Development version of the Inza Performance Software released
You can download the development version of the InzaSW in the Download section. The difference between this version and the first commercial version of the Inza Performance Software 1.0 will be very small. The trial period of this version has been extended to 60 days. The commercial version with a complete user manual will be posted on the server within a few weeks.
