{{short description|Virtual Cycling Platform}} {{Infobox company | name = MyWhoosh | logo = Logo Mywhoosh.png | type = Private | traded_as = Computer Systems and Software Designing | industry = Fitness, Gaming | founded = {{Start date and age|2019}}<br>Abu Dhabi. | founders = {{Unbulleted list|}} | hq_location_city = Masdar City, Abu Dhabi | hq_location_country = UAE | key_people = | num_employees_year = 100+ | products = Virtual Gaming, Computer Systems and Software Designing | website = {{url|mywhoosh.com}} }}
'''MyWhoosh''' is a massively multiplayer online indoor exercise software that enables users to interact, train, and compete across cycling, running and rowing disciplines in various virtual worlds, using indoor exercise equipment.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-02-24/this-invention-makes-riding-a-bike-indoors-a-lot-less-awful|title=This Technology Makes Riding a Bike Indoors a Lot Less Awful|newspaper=Bloomberg |date=February 24, 2017|via=www.bloomberg.com}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/2023/04/03/michael-vink-mywhoosh-revived-my-career-and-led-to-uae-team-emirates-opportunity/|title=Michael Vink: MyWhoosh revived my career and led to UAE Team Emirates opportunity|first=Michael|last=Vink|date=April 3, 2023|website=The National}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/2023/04/14/sjoerd-bax-cobbled-classics-highlight-of-season-so-far-for-uae-team-emirates/|title=Sjoerd Bax: Cobbled classics highlight of season so far for UAE Team Emirates|first=Sjoerd|last=Bax|date=April 14, 2023|website=The National}}</ref>
It was founded in 2019 as a virtual cycling platform. As of November 2023, MyWhoosh has over 730 workouts, in addition to structured training plans, group rides, races, and other riding formats users can do across various virtual worlds, such as Arabia, Colombia, Australia, California, and Belgium.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://road.cc/content/tech-news/mywhoosh-host-uci-cycling-esports-world-championships-303307|title=MyWhoosh to host UCI Cycling Esports World Championships, taking over from Zwift for next three years|date=August 17, 2023|website=road.cc}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Nehr |first=Zach |date=2023-11-02 |title=Have Your Heard About MyWhoosh? We Created the Ultimate Guide for You |url=https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-training/mywhoosh-ultimate-guide/ |access-date=2026-04-08 |website=Velo |language=en}}</ref>
== History == MyWhoosh was founded in 2019 by Akhtar Saeed Hashmi.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/free-to-use-with-huge-prize-purses-what-is-mywhoosh-and-is-it-a-legitimate-zwift-contender/|title=What is MyWhoosh and is it a legitimate free alternative to Zwift?|author1=Christopher Schwenker|date=May 13, 2022|website=cyclingnews.com}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Schwenker |first=Christopher |last2=Turner |first2=Andy |last3=Norman |first3=Paul |date=2022-05-13 |title=MyWhoosh explained: Is it a legitimate free alternative to Zwift? |url=https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/free-to-use-with-huge-prize-purses-what-is-mywhoosh-and-is-it-a-legitimate-zwift-contender/ |access-date=2026-04-08 |website=Cyclingnews |language=en}}</ref> Since its founding, MyWhoosh has hosted many live online events, including the weekly Sunday Race Club series, with reported monthly prize pools of over $90,000 or $284,000 USD split across both genders & levels of racers, with a total of over US$3.75 million paid out in 2024.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Turner |first=Andy |date=2025-09-17 |title=MyWhoosh indoor cycling app review |url=https://www.cyclist.co.uk/reviews/mywhoosh-indoor-cycling-app-review |access-date=2026-04-08 |website=Cyclist |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=2025-02-14 |title=Online bike racers are earning more than you might think |url=https://escapecollective.com/online-bike-racers-are-earning-more-than-you-might-think/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=Escape Collective |language=en}}</ref>
In April 2023, MyWhoosh hosted a cycling esports event with a $1 million prize pool, reported as the largest in the history of cycling esports at the time.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Elliot |first=Meg |date=2025-06-17 |title=Virtual racing competition returns with $1,000,000 up for grabs |url=https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/virtual-racing-competition-returns-with-usd1-000-000-up-for-grabs |access-date=2026-04-08 |website=Cycling Weekly |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Schwenker |first=Christopher |date=2024-01-30 |title=‘What MyWhoosh is planning over the long term excited us very much,’ says UCI - here’s what’s in store for the Cycling Esports World Championships |url=https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/what-mywhoosh-is-planning-over-the-long-term-excited-us-very-much-says-uci-heres-whats-in-store-for-the-cycling-esports-world-championships |access-date=2026-04-08 |website=Cycling Weekly |language=en}}</ref>
It has been described as having a Esports focus compared to other virtual cycling platforms.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/new-indoor-cycling-app-launched-by-former-chairman-of-the-zwift-esports-commission/|title=New indoor cycling app launched by former Chairman of the Zwift Esports Commission|author1=Christopher Schwenker|date=June 10, 2023|website=cyclingnews.com}}</ref><ref name=":1" /> The unprecedented level of funding MyWhoosh provided in its various races was reported to allow cycling Esports to become a full-time career for some athletes.<ref name=":4" />
In January 2026, MyWhoosh added rowing for users with indoor rowers.<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |last=the5krunner |date=2026-01-30 |title=MyWhoosh adds Rowing - What it means For Zwift |url=https://the5krunner.com/2026/01/30/mywhoosh-rowing/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=the5krunner |language=en-GB}}</ref>
== Sponsorships == MyWhoosh is also the official indoor cycling platform of the UAE Team Emirates WorldTour men's team, its rider, Tadej Pogačar, and the UAE Team ADQ WorldTour women's team.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|url=https://www.uci.org/pressrelease/uci-and-mywhoosh-sign-three-year-partnership-for-organisation-of-uci-cycling/7wbX3Jf24UMzVufmMCgpxx|title=UCI and MyWhoosh sign three-year partnership for organisation of UCI Cycling Esports World Championships|website=www.uci.org}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref name=":3" /><ref name=":2" /> In 2022, professional cyclist Micheal Vink signed with UAE Team Emirates WorldTour men's team after being scouted from his racing on MyWhoosh.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ostanek |first=Dani |date=2022-10-31 |title=UAE Team Emirates sign Michael Vink after he shines in MyWhoosh virtual races |url=https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/uae-team-emirates-sign-michael-vink-after-he-shines-in-mywhoosh-virtual-races/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=Cyclingnews |language=en}}</ref>
=== Events === In 2023, MyWhoosh was granted the rights to organize the Esports World Championship by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) for the next three years.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":7" /> It is also the platform host of the Supertri E World Triathlon Championship, whose inaugural 2025 indoor hybrid course combined a pool swim, a treadmill for running, and static bikes for the cycling portion.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web |date=2025-05-05 |title=Expanded broadcast and audience reach for Supertri E World Championship - endurance.biz |url=https://endurance.biz/2025/industry-news/expanded-broadcast-and-audience-reach-for-supertri-e-world-championship-in-london/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=endurance.biz |language=en-GB}}</ref>
In 2022 MyWhoosh partnered with World Triathlon to become a Global Partner for 2022 Championship Finals in Abu Dhabi.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Cernuda Castro |first=Olalla |date=2022-04-28 |title=Virtual cycling platform MyWhoosh becomes Global Partner for 2022 Championship Finals Abu Dhabi |url=https://triathlon.org/news/virtual-cycling-platform-mywhoosh-becomes-global-partner-for-2022-championship-finals-abu-dhabi |access-date=2026-04-28 |website=Triathlon |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-11-08 |title=MyWhoosh in November push for 2022 World Triathlon Championship Finals Abu Dhabi - endurance.biz |url=https://endurance.biz/2022/industry-news/mywhoosh-in-november-push-for-2022-world-triathlon-championship-finals-abu-dhabi/ |access-date=2026-04-28 |website=endurance.biz |language=en-GB}}</ref>
In January 2026, MyWhoosh became the lead cycling partner of Warner Bros. Discovery, receiving branding across Warner's European race coverage and collaborating on original content integrating virtual cycling technology into broadcasts.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Warner Bros Discovery |first= |date=27 January 2026 |title=MYWHOOSH SET TO POWER WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY’S CYCLING COVERAGE TO NEW HEIGHTS IN 2026 |url=https://media.wbdsports.com/post/mywhoosh-set-to-power-warner-bros-discoverys-cycling-coverage-to |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=media.wbdsports.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2026-01-27 |title=WBD signs cycling partnership with MyWhoosh |url=https://www.advanced-television.com/2026/01/27/wbd-signs-cycling-partnership-with-mywhoosh/ |access-date=2026-04-28 |language=en-GB}}</ref> In February 2026, MyWhoosh partnered with cycling race organizer Flanders Classics to be present at their races throughout that year.<ref>{{Cite web |date=February 19, 2026 |title=MyWhoosh new partner of Flanders Classics {{!}} In Flanders Fields - from Middelkerke to Wevelgem |url=https://www.inflandersfieldsmiddelkerkewevelgem.be/en/news/mywhoosh-new-partner-of-flanders-classics |access-date=2026-04-28 |website=Flanders Classics Events |language=en}}</ref>
== Technology == MyWhoosh is built on Unreal Engine. It is available on mobile phones, tablets, laptops, computers and TV via iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS, and AppleTV.<ref>{{Cite web |author=Gary |date=January 16, 2023 |title=MyWhoosh launches new World of Arabia virtual cycling routes |url=https://endurance.biz/2023/industry-news/mywhoosh-launches-new-world-of-arabia-virtual-cycling-routes/ |website=endurance.biz}}</ref><ref name=":3" /> There is a companion app on iOS and Android, called "MyWhoosh Link".<ref name=":3" />
Users can create and customize their virtual avatar, bike, scull, and clothing, and join various online events, such as races, group workouts, and group rides.<ref name=":3" />
MyWhoosh's cycling workouts were reported to have been designed by UAE Team Emirates coach Kevin Poulton.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jenny |first=Kristin |last2=Nehr |first2=Zach |date=2026-03-09 |title=The Top 9 Indoor Cycling Platforms of 2026 |url=https://www.triathlete.com/training/indoor-training/the-9-top-indoor-cycling-platforms-this-season/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=Triathlete |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-12 |title=MyWhoosh vs Zwift: How do the two indoor training apps compare? |url=https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/mywhoosh-vs-zwift |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=BikeRadar |language=en}}</ref>
Users can communicate with other riders through text chat, form clubs or teams, and compete in various leagues.<ref name=":3" />
MyWhoosh tracks and records various fitness metrics for the users, such as speed, power, heart rate, cadence, distance, calories burned, and time.<ref name=":9" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name=":10" /> Users can connect to external training apps such as Strava, TrainingPeaks, and TrainerDay, to sync their activities and data between these software.<ref name=":3" />
=== Worlds === The virtual worlds available to users in MyWhoosh are based on both real-world and fictional locations.<ref name=":3" /> Locations include routes in:
* AlUla (an ancient Arabian oasis city and governorate in Saudi Arabia)<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |last=Maker |first=Ray |date=July 21, 2022 |title=A Look at MyWhoosh Indoor Cycling App: A First Ride Explainer |url=https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/07/mywhoosh-cycling-explainer.html}}</ref><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":10">{{Cite web |last=Allenby |first=Charlie |date=2025-01-28 |title=MyWhoosh explained, from indoor training to racing |url=https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/mywhoosh-your-complete-guide |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=BikeRadar |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Abram |first=Stefan |date=2022-10-21 |title=Why pay for Zwift when you can ride on MyWhoosh for free? |url=https://www.cyclingweekly.com/fitness/why-pay-for-zwift-when-you-can-ride-on-mywhoosh-for-free |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=Cycling Weekly |language=en}}</ref> * Arabia (primarily based in Bahrain & UAE)<ref name=":9" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":10" /> * Australia<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":10" /> * Belgium<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":10" /> * Bhutan<ref name=":11">{{Cite web |last=the5krunner |date=2025-01-22 |title=MyWhoosh - Every Level Details - Including Latest BHUTAN World (Dec.2025) |url=https://the5krunner.com/2025/01/22/mywhoosh-every-level-details-including-latest-japan-level-jan-2025/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=the5krunner |language=en-GB}}</ref> * California<ref name=":10" /> * Colombia<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":10" /> * Endurance Climb<ref name=":10" /> * Hudayriyat/Hudayriat Island<ref name=":10" /><ref name=":11" /> * Japan<ref>{{Cite web |last=McLemore |first=Andrew |date=2026-01-07 |title=Virtual Cycling Treasure Hunt: Explore MyWhoosh, Win Bitcoin |url=https://gearjunkie.com/biking/virtual-cycling-treasure-hunt-mywhoosh-bitcoin |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=GearJunkie |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":10" /> * Montreal, Canada, based off a 2026 UCI Road World Championships route.<ref>{{Cite web |title=200 days to go: a look at the courses of the 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montréal |url=https://www.uci.org/pressrelease/200-days-to-go-a-look-at-the-courses-of-the-2026-uci-road-world/7MNCbBHZySudjNAoDW4R8x |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=www.uci.org |language=en-gb}}</ref> * MyWhoosh World<ref name=":10" /> * Supertri (2025 Supertri E World Championships route)<ref name=":8" /> * Switzerland<ref name=":10" /> * UCI 2024<ref>{{Cite web |title=MyWhoosh Virtual Indoor Cycling Routes : Unleash Your Adventure |url=https://mywhoosh.com/routes/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=MyWhoosh |language=en-US}}</ref> * UCI 2025 (Rwanda inspired routes from the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali)<ref>{{Cite web |last=Richardson |first=Simon |date=2025-09-18 |title=New Rwandan inspired virtual world added to MyWhoosh ahead of UCI World Championships |url=https://www.cyclingweekly.com/fitness/indoor-cycling/new-virtual-world-added-to-mywhoosh-ahead-of-uci-world-championships-in-rwanda |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=Cycling Weekly |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-06-09 |title=UCI and MyWhoosh confirm format for 2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships - endurance.biz |url=https://endurance.biz/2025/industry-news/uci-and-mywhoosh-confirm-format-for-2025-uci-cycling-esports-world-championships/ |access-date=2026-04-27 |website=endurance.biz |language=en-GB}}</ref>
==== Rowing ====
* Bled, (Lake Bled, Slovenia)<ref name=":5" />
== References == {{Reflist}}
== See also == * Zwift * Rouvy * Kinomap
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