RPM, in cycling, stands for "revolutions per minute." It describes how many times the crank (pedal unit) rotates in one minute.
Cadence (RPM) is a crucial factor for your performance, endurance and efficiency when cycling. In cycling, cadence (also called cadence) refers to the number of crank revolutions per minute (RPM). It describes how often a cyclist pedals in one minute. Cadence is a key parameter for efficiency and riding style when cycling: a high cadence (e.g. 90 RPM) is considered to be gentle on the joints and good for endurance, while a low cadence (e.g. 60 RPM) requires more power per pedal stroke. The optimal cadence depends on your fitness level, the terrain and your training goal and can be measured using sensors or bike computers and then adjusted specifically during training.
60 RPM = slow, powerful pedaling (often on steep climbs)
90 RPM = smooth, efficient pedaling (typical for experienced road cyclists)
110+ RPM = very high cadence, usually during sprinting or interval training
Beginners: often ride at 60–70 RPM – rather powerful, but inefficient
Trained riders: maintain 80–100 RPM – gentler on the joints and more enduring
On bike computers, e-bike displays or indoor bikes
With a cadence sensor
RPM is often displayed automatically on roller trainers or apps like Zwift
RPM is your cadence, or how fast you pedal. Consciously managing it can help you ride more efficiently, healthily, and faster —whether outdoors or on the trainer.
If you want, I can also give you a training example to improve your cadence.
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