I am just in my last block before a race and I have been really fatigue. Resting HR much higher than usual as well. Training is nothing different to previous build ups but I also had some personal stuff going on that impacted my sleep for a couple weeks. Could it be that this really impacts my recovery that bad? I am taking an extra day off (even though it does play with my mind) despite my numbers in TP not suggesting I would need it. Has anyone experienced similar and how did you handle the situation?
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Re: Build Up Fatigue [Tomaz021]
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Tomaz021 wrote:
Could it be that this really impacts my recovery that bad?Yes. Prioritize sleep till you get back on track.
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Re: Build Up Fatigue [Tomaz021]
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Listening to your body and will certainly pay more dividends over a computer generated algorithm... I work long rosters 12 hour days and used to be a slave to my program but now tweak it back with my coach or just take days off as I need them. Mentally cope much better, enjoy life a lot more and getting to the race not tired far outweighs any session you may have missed.
Re: Build Up Fatigue [Shambolic]
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Thanks for the feedback and my coach already took out that session today as well. The part where you said being a save to an algorithm puts it all into perspective I have to admit.
Re: Build Up Fatigue [Tomaz021]
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You made the right call
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Thanks for the feedback and my coach already took out that session today as well. The part where you said being a save to an algorithm puts it all into perspective I have to admit.The graphs in Training Peaks should only be used as a general guideline. They are right most of the time... until they aren't. This is also why you have a coach... listen to them. Take the time you need even though it messes up the "plan". Just remember that the "plan" is useless if it puts you in a hole you can't dig out of. Plans need to be adjusted on the fly and are never set in stone.