Hi!
I'm training for a 70.3, goal time of 5:15, previous completion times of about 5:30.
I'm trying to determine what zones to train in for my long workouts - specifically a long run and long brick that I do every saturday and sunday respectively.
I think that my base aerobic fitness is okay, and my muscular endurance is okay, neither are great. If I had to pick one I thought was weaker, I'd say muscular endurance needs more work. Because of the relatively long distance of the 70.3, I don't think force is much of a factor for me.
I'm using Joe Friel's LTHR zones for training, and in my research I'm hearing some advice that says I should train in zone 2 for long workouts, and some advice that says I should be in zone 3. I can't seem to find anything conclusive, which makes me think there is no conclusive answer, but I'm looking for advice on what to factor into my decisions.
I'm planning to race in zone 2 and 3, probably a lot more 3.
So am I better off in Zone 2, or zone 3 for my long workouts?? Does it change from period to period?
Thanks!
I'm training for a 70.3, goal time of 5:15, previous completion times of about 5:30.
I'm trying to determine what zones to train in for my long workouts - specifically a long run and long brick that I do every saturday and sunday respectively.
I think that my base aerobic fitness is okay, and my muscular endurance is okay, neither are great. If I had to pick one I thought was weaker, I'd say muscular endurance needs more work. Because of the relatively long distance of the 70.3, I don't think force is much of a factor for me.
I'm using Joe Friel's LTHR zones for training, and in my research I'm hearing some advice that says I should train in zone 2 for long workouts, and some advice that says I should be in zone 3. I can't seem to find anything conclusive, which makes me think there is no conclusive answer, but I'm looking for advice on what to factor into my decisions.
I'm planning to race in zone 2 and 3, probably a lot more 3.
So am I better off in Zone 2, or zone 3 for my long workouts?? Does it change from period to period?
Thanks!