I just started week 12 of the High Volume Full IM Base Training phase.
This is my 1st attempt at a structured workout of any type, and I have loved it. In 11 weeks, I have not missed a single workout, including last Sat's 4:45 trainer ride.
I have a problem that is really getting to me mentally. I only have 8 weeks (including this week) until my 1st IM (Chattanooga). I dont know if I should go into the build phase or into the Specialty phase, or a mixture.
When I look at the build phase, there arent a lot of hours or long rides on the bike, but some shorter higher intensity rides. On the Specialty, there are a lot of long rides.
So, I cant figure out if I need the intensity or the "more time in the saddle" route.
I am new to biking and only been training on the bike for about 6-7 months. FTP is a whopping 175, or it was 11 weeks ago.
Thoughts on how to proceed with the final 7 weeks of training? I really want to have the confidence that I can ride the duration (looking at 6:45ish).
Also - I swim 11,000 yards per week - including one straight 4200 yard set per week. I also run 25-32 miles per week with a 13-16 mile run every other weekend. I have a nagging foot injury that arises when running more miles per week, which sucks because I prefer running over anything else.
This is my 1st attempt at a structured workout of any type, and I have loved it. In 11 weeks, I have not missed a single workout, including last Sat's 4:45 trainer ride.
I have a problem that is really getting to me mentally. I only have 8 weeks (including this week) until my 1st IM (Chattanooga). I dont know if I should go into the build phase or into the Specialty phase, or a mixture.
When I look at the build phase, there arent a lot of hours or long rides on the bike, but some shorter higher intensity rides. On the Specialty, there are a lot of long rides.
So, I cant figure out if I need the intensity or the "more time in the saddle" route.
I am new to biking and only been training on the bike for about 6-7 months. FTP is a whopping 175, or it was 11 weeks ago.
Thoughts on how to proceed with the final 7 weeks of training? I really want to have the confidence that I can ride the duration (looking at 6:45ish).
Also - I swim 11,000 yards per week - including one straight 4200 yard set per week. I also run 25-32 miles per week with a 13-16 mile run every other weekend. I have a nagging foot injury that arises when running more miles per week, which sucks because I prefer running over anything else.
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Spartan420: Aug 6, 18 9:36