Amnesty wrote:
Hey Guys, I have 2 questions, but first of all, I want to thank you guys at Trainerroad for the great work! I love your Podcast and the cycling training plans brought my FTP up to 311 (75 kg). Thanks a lot!
After some longer cycling adventures last year (like a 450km ride with 5500hm) my plan for 2019 is my first Ironman distance triathlon (30. June).
This is more time than just the usual BBS-cycle, so my first question is:
- Should I go for 2x Base, Build, Specialty (low Volume LD-Triathlon) or should I use the time till BBS for a focus on running?
The second question is a bit more delicate. Since this will be my first Ironman attempt and training for such an event is a huge commitment (for me), I need to be able to trust the plans. At this Post Bryce wrote that Running is not a specialty of TR. https://www.reddit.com/r/trainerroad/comments/843g1j/rpe_for_the_triathlon_training_plan_in_minkm/
So my question is:
- Can I trust the swimming and running part of the TR-plans or should I look for these parts elsewhere?
Thanks for your answers.
I am really a big fan of your work and recommend TR wherever I can. :)
Hey Amnsesty,
First, I'd like to clear up my comment on our specialties. Cycling is, of course, TrainerRoad's main focus, however, the running and swimming portions are fully developed. Nate, our CEO, has an extensive history with triathlon and Ironman training, and Chad has extensive experience coaching multisport athletes. The point I was trying to make in that thread is that we are not able to estimate running paces for certain RPE levels, since that will vary from person to person and power meters for running don't exist on a mass consumer scale yet. That's like us trying to estimate the ideal average speed for an IM leg based on RPE and no power data- it won't be super accurate.
Now for your first question. When you’re a multisport athlete, you typically want to prioritize your weaker capabilities early in the season but prioritize your limiting capabilities later in the season. For example, weak runners can give greater focus to their running during base and build, but the bike typically bears the lowest hanging fruit and needs its due focus during build and specialized training.
From what I understand, your run is likely weaker than your bike, is that right? If that is the case, spending the time before BBS focusing on your run is a great way to spend your time. While focusing on your run, I would recommend integrating a Low Volume Traitional Base Plan just to keep your cycling specific systems active during this time.
I hope that helps, feel free to follow up with any more questions you may have!
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Bryce Lewis TR: Sep 9, 18 11:39