Hi Nate. Question on the training plans. For the past few years over the winter, the Intermediate build I and II seems to suit me best. However, going into my third trainer season trying to follow some sort of plan, I'm wondering if I just have to do the same workouts again. Any plans for a variety of the different plans. I would like to see Intermediate Build I and II, but with some different workouts? Any thoughts?

Thanks,
Luke

Hi Nate, quick Q.... When I'm using TR, I tend to use Netflix in a Chrome window. The instructions in the workout the last couple of times I've run it, have disappeared to the desktop, and the only way I can see them, is if I minimize all windows except the TR software.

Thoughts?

We just launched Low/Mid/High volume sweet spot plans. Mid volume might be good for you at your level.

We're also going to launch some revamped build plans in the next couple weeks. Coach Chad is almost done with those.

Does that help?

Suunto claims the move stick mini only pairs with Suunto devices. Has anyone had success with pairing Suunto with non Suunto devices? Did you have to download any drivers from Suunto to make this work or did it pair through TR?

So if I use the wahoo, it determines power and speed. Does it transmit that over ant out just use it internally for its own application. IOW, with the wahoo, how do I get all the data suited in Garmin connect

Speed on a trainer is an entirely irrelevant number. Like IQ in a beauty contest. Nice to know, but means NOTHING.

Hey Nate,

Just 'replied' to your response mainly to get your attention for my unrelated question.

I've started using the Workout Creator.

My first attempt worked out well. Once finished creating, I 'published' and it does show up in my workout searches.

But, my second attempt at creating my own workout is turning out differently. Once finished creating, I published it. It is showing up on the left, just like my first workout. Looks like everything went smooth. But, when I open up the Trainerroad App to do the workout, it says it can't find my workout. What am I doing wrong? Really don't think I did anything differently from the first successful creation to the second unsuccessful workout creation.

Any ideas?


Thanks for the time!




UPDATE;
Nate, I got it. I just had to hit the 'Reset' on the App Workout filter thingy. Once I did that, and then searched for my custom workout, it popped right up.

Thanks again.

New member about to sign up but need some simple questions answered. I have a feeling they are answered on this thread but its way too long to read it all.
I have two bikes
Bike 1: no power meter, cadence and speed Garmin sensor (with magnet for indoor speed)
Bike 2. Power tap and a Garmin Cadence sensor on the crank.

I have a Garmin 910xt and would want all my training on the Garmin connect. Also currently have the KK road machine.

With bike 1, I believe that the sensors will transmit data to both the 910 and the laptop (with the usb dongle) and all be fine. I follow the laptop workout and the Garmin collects the entire workout.
With bike 2, I believe that the power tap will transmit power and speed and the cadence sensor to both the 910xt and the Laptop. Same as above

Q1. Are my assumptions above correct?
Q2. With trainerroad, can I pair with all of the above sensors and it will pair with what ever bike I use?

Q3. I am also considering upgrading the KK to the Wahoo Kickr. With the rear wheel off there is no speed data on bike 1 and no power or speed on bike 2. I believe that the Kickr can determine speed and power. Does it transmit that to the trainerroad via ANT? How does the 910xt get the data, OR how do I get the entire workout to the Garmin Connect in this arrangement?
Q4. Finally, do you guys think it is worth the upgrade from the KK to the Wahoo?

Thanks

sbrsport wrote:

Nate:

Trying to figure out the difference between the traditional base and the sweet spot base. I just did the traditional base low, medium and high over the last three months. Was planning on doing two more months of base until mid-january and then starting build. Wondering if I should go with the traditional base high volume II and then III or the sweet spot base high volume I and II? Is it all just a function of the time you have, so if there is enough time do the traditional since it is more hours? Or is there another reason to do the sweet spot even though it is less hours? Ultimate goal is faster long rides and climbing, not racing.

thanks, and love the program.

Jonathan

TheSufferfest just released their new app which allows you to stream their videos via a monthly subscription. Is there any development, that you can comment on, between them and you guys to allow the same functionality within your soon-to-be-release iOS app? What is the status of your app too? Thanks.

Rob

Nate,
I just signed up to TR. Looks like a cool product.
I am coming off of IMFL and am currently recovering from it so probably another 1-2 wks of easy pedaling here.
My plan for 2015 is to do 2 marathons and a HIM with the target races being the marathons. But 2016 will be an IM year with IMWI for sure and maybe another IM and a couple HIM there.
I would like to increase my FTP and my muscular endurance on the bike in 2015 while run training for the marathons. Regardless of the run training, I plan on biking 4x per week for a total of 6 hours.
What is your suggestion on which plans to do on TR?

Thanks.