# Brake Shape Exercises by Class

> Category-specific brake curves for different racing disciplines from GT to open-wheel to oval racing.

Different racing disciplines require different braking techniques. Brake shape exercises provide category-specific training curves tailored to each type of racing.

## Why Class-Specific Training?

Each racing category has unique braking characteristics:

- **GT cars** - Heavy braking with ABS assistance
- **Open-wheel** - Light cars with massive downforce
- **Oval racing** - Trail braking through banked turns
- **Prototype** - Extreme aero and carbon brakes

Training with the right curves builds the correct muscle memory for your discipline.

## Available Categories

### GT3/GT4

**Characteristics:**
- ABS-assisted braking
- Moderate initial pressure (70-85%)
- Smooth release through corner entry
- Forgiving brake balance

**Exercise focus:**
- Consistent threshold pressure
- Trail brake release timing
- Working with ABS, not against it

### GTP/Hypercar

**Characteristics:**
- High downforce affecting brake points
- Speed-dependent braking power
- Aggressive initial application (90%+)
- Quick release due to aero grip

**Exercise focus:**
- Maximum initial pressure
- Fast release to maintain speed
- Adapting to downforce changes

### Formula/Open-Wheel

**Characteristics:**
- Light car weight
- Extreme downforce sensitivity
- Sharp initial application
- Progressive trail brake

**Exercise focus:**
- Rapid initial brake input
- Precise pressure modulation
- Following the downforce curve

### Oval Racing

**Characteristics:**
- Trail braking through entire corner
- Banking affects brake pressure
- Minimal hard braking zones
- Focus on rotation

**Exercise focus:**
- Extended trail brake phases
- Smooth, gradual release
- Maintaining corner speed

### Touring Cars

**Characteristics:**
- Front-wheel drive considerations
- Weight transfer management
- ABS integration
- Contact racing situations

**Exercise focus:**
- Early trail brake release
- Powering while braking (FWD)
- Consistent repeatable inputs

### Rally/Rallycross

**Characteristics:**
- Variable grip surfaces
- Left-foot braking
- Quick direction changes
- Scandinavian flicks

**Exercise focus:**
- Adapting to grip changes
- Quick pedal transitions
- Maintaining car rotation

## Using Class Exercises

### Getting Started

1. **Select your discipline** - Choose the category you race most
2. **Start with basics** - Complete the fundamental curve first
3. **Progress to advanced** - Move to complex corners and scenarios
4. **Compare your style** - See how your inputs differ from the reference

### Creating Class-Specific Custom Exercises

You can create exercises using your own telemetry:

1. Import a lap in your target car class
2. Extract braking zones
3. Save as a custom exercise
4. Share with teammates in the same class

## Tips by Category

### For GT Racers
- Don't fight the ABS - let it work for you
- Focus on consistent threshold, not maximum

### For Open-Wheel Racers
- Practice at different speeds - braking changes with downforce
- Trail brake curves are steeper at high speed

### For Oval Racers
- Practice extended trail phases (3-5 seconds)
- Banking angle awareness is key

### For Rally Drivers
- Train quick transitions between brake and throttle
- Practice left-foot braking exercises

## Related

- [Exercises](/en/docs/features/exercises) - Overview of all exercise types
- [Trail Braking](/en/docs/features/exercises#trail-braking) - Master the release curve
- [Custom Exercises](/en/docs/features/custom-exercises) - Create car-specific routines
- [Telemetry Import](/en/docs/features/telemetry-import) - Use your real lap data