TrainingPeaks: How to Uncomplete a Workout and Manage Data

How to uncomplete a workout on TrainingPeaks?

While TrainingPeaks does not feature a direct "uncomplete" button, you can effectively revert a completed workout by deleting the recorded activity associated with it or by manually adjusting the workout's status back to "planned" or "pending" if it was marked complete without an uploaded file.

Understanding TrainingPeaks Workout Statuses

TrainingPeaks utilizes a precise system to track your training progression, categorizing workouts based on their current state. Understanding these statuses is fundamental to managing your training log effectively:

• Planned: A workout scheduled for a future date or one that has passed but hasn't been completed or marked as such. These workouts contribute to your projected training load (e.g., projected TSS).
• Completed: A workout that has been executed and has an associated activity file (e.g., from a GPS device, smart trainer, or manual entry) uploaded or linked to it. TrainingPeaks automatically calculates metrics like TSS, duration, and distance from this data, influencing your actual training load metrics (CTL, ATL).
• Pending: Often used for workouts that have passed but haven't had an activity uploaded yet, or for planned workouts awaiting completion.
• Skipped/Cancelled: Workouts that were planned but ultimately not performed.

When an activity file is uploaded and matched to a planned workout, TrainingPeaks automatically changes the workout's status to "Completed." The process of "uncompleting" a workout primarily involves severing this link or manually reverting the status.

Why You Might Need to "Uncomplete" a Workout

Several scenarios may necessitate reverting a workout's completed status:

• Accidental Upload/Completion: An activity file might have been uploaded incorrectly or matched to the wrong planned workout.
• Duplicate Entries: A workout might have been recorded by multiple devices, leading to duplicate "completed" entries for the same session.
• Data Errors: The uploaded activity data might be corrupt or inaccurate, requiring deletion and potential re-upload.
• Workout Re-do: You might have performed a workout, marked it complete, but then decided to redo it later the same day, needing to clear the initial entry.
• Manual Entry Correction: A workout was manually marked complete, but you later realized it wasn't performed or needs correction.

Method 1: Deleting the Associated Activity (Most Common)

This is the primary and most effective method for "uncompleting" a workout that has an uploaded activity file linked to it. When you delete the activity, TrainingPeaks automatically reverts the associated workout back to its "planned" or "pending" state.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Navigate to the Calendar: Log into your TrainingPeaks account and go to the Calendar view.
2. Locate the Completed Workout: Find the specific workout on the calendar that you wish to "uncomplete." Completed workouts typically appear with a solid fill color and show metrics like TSS, duration, and distance.
3. Click on the Workout: Click on the completed workout icon or block on the calendar. This will open the workout summary pane.
4. Identify the Activity File: Within the workout summary, you will see details of the uploaded activity. This might be labeled "Activity," "Ride," "Run," etc., and will often show the source (e.g., Garmin, Strava, Wahoo).
5. Access the Activity Options: Look for an "Actions" or "Options" menu, often represented by a gear icon or three dots, usually located near the activity details or at the top right of the summary pane.
6. Select "Delete": From the options, choose "Delete Activity" or simply "Delete."
7. Confirm Deletion: TrainingPeaks will prompt you to confirm the deletion. Be sure this is the correct activity before proceeding. Confirming will permanently remove the activity data from your calendar.

Result: Once the activity is deleted, the workout on your calendar will revert from "Completed" status back to its original "Planned" or "Pending" state, appearing as an outline or with a different color, indicating it's awaiting completion.

Method 2: Adjusting Manual Completion Status

This method applies when a workout was manually marked as "Completed" without an uploaded activity file, or if you simply want to change its status without deleting any associated data (though deleting data is usually preferred for accuracy).

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Navigate to the Calendar: Log into your TrainingPeaks account and go to the Calendar view.
2. Locate the Workout: Find the workout on the calendar that you wish to "uncomplete."
3. Click on the Workout: Click on the workout to open its details pane.
4. Access the Status Dropdown: Look for a status dropdown menu, often labeled "Status," within the workout details.
5. Change Status: From the dropdown menu, select "Planned" or "Pending." Avoid "Skipped" unless the workout was genuinely not performed.
6. Save Changes: Ensure you click "Save & Close" or a similar button to apply the changes.

Result: The workout will now appear on your calendar as a "Planned" or "Pending" workout, no longer showing as "Completed."

Important Considerations After Reverting a Workout

• Training Load Metrics (TSS, CTL, ATL): Deleting a completed activity will immediately remove its contribution to your Training Stress Score (TSS), Chronic Training Load (CTL), Acute Training Load (ATL), and other performance metrics. If you later re-upload or re-enter the correct data, these metrics will be recalculated.
• Data Integrity: Always strive for accurate data. If you deleted an activity due to an error, ensure you upload or manually enter the correct data promptly to maintain an accurate training history.
• Coach Communication: If you work with a coach who uses TrainingPeaks, inform them of any significant changes or deletions to your training log, especially if it affects their analysis or your planned training.
• Linked Platforms: Deleting an activity in TrainingPeaks typically does not automatically delete it from third-party platforms like Garmin Connect or Strava. You may need to delete it from those platforms separately if desired.

Best Practices for Managing TrainingPeaks Data

• Regular Review: Periodically review your completed workouts on TrainingPeaks to catch any errors or duplicates early.
• Understand Sync Settings: Be familiar with how your devices and third-party apps sync with TrainingPeaks to prevent unintended uploads.
• Utilize Notes: Use the notes section for workouts to add context, explain changes, or record subjective feedback.
• Manual Entry for Missing Data: If a device fails or data is lost, use the manual entry feature to log workouts accurately, even if it's just basic duration and perceived effort.

By understanding these methods and best practices, you can maintain a clean, accurate, and insightful training log on TrainingPeaks, ensuring your data truly reflects your training journey.