PLATFORM COMPARISON

Gijima Endurance is Different

A comprehensive comparison of Gijima, Runna, and TrainingPeaks - three approaches to endurance training.

Automatic threshold detection, personalized zones, and adaptive planning

Built for real coaching relationships with professional-grade tools

Training zones and fitness metrics that evolve with your performance

Gijima EnduranceCoach-Athlete Platform

RunnaAI Solo Training

TrainingPeaksCoach Platform

Target User Who the platform is designed for	Coaches & Athletes	Solo Runners	Coaches & Athletes
External Coach Support Can you bring your own coach to the platform?
Solo Athlete Mode Self-guided training without a coach

Automatic Threshold Detection AI detects threshold from race/tempo runs
Personalized Training Zones How training zones are calculated	Real-time evolution	Initial setup	Manual
AI Schedule Generation AI-powered workout planning	Adaptive & continuous	Adaptive plan
Multi-Component Fitness Score Fitness tracking sophistication	5 components	Single score	TSS/CTL
Training Methodology Available training philosophies	Lydiard, Canova, Gijima Core + Coach defined	Runna system	Coach defined
AI Training Assistant Real-time chatbot analyzing your training data	Ask Gijima (vectorized analysis)

Performance Trend Analysis Long-term progress tracking	Basic
Training Load Tracking Monitor training stress	Basic
Recovery Monitoring Track recovery status	Basic	Manual
Anomaly Detection AI flags unusual patterns
Age-Graded Performance Performance adjusted for age
Lap/Zone/Interval Analysis Detailed activity breakdowns	Basic

Multi-Athlete Dashboard Manage multiple athletes
Team Management Organize athletes into teams
Schedule Assignment Assign workouts to athletes
AI Coaching Insights AI-powered coaching recommendations

Strava Integration Connect with Strava	Deep + webhooks	Basic sync	Basic sync
Device Connectivity Connect wearables and devices	Via Strava	Direct (Garmin, Apple, etc)	Wide support
Manual Activity Logging Log workouts manually
Heart Rate Analysis HR zone analysis		Basic

Periodization Training phase planning	Automatic + self-selection	Base/Build/Peak	Manual
Goal-Based Planning Train for specific races/goals
Workout Library Pre-built workout templates		Built-in
Custom Workouts Create your own workouts		Limited

Solo Athlete Individual athlete pricing	$25/mo	$18/mo	$20/mo (Premium)
Coach Account Coach platform pricing	$40/mo (coach + 1 athlete)	N/A	$22/mo (basic)
Additional Athletes Cost per additional athlete for coaches	$20/athlete	N/A	$9/athlete

Data-driven training for coaches and athletes

Whether you're a coach managing athletes or an athlete training solo, Gijima provides the intelligence and tools you need to reach your goals.