I'm a ametuer from Singapore and currently training for my 2nd IM in OZ this april. I managed a 11:52hr for my first attempt using Gale's 13 week program. I have a clinically tested MHR of 183 and resting heart rate of 38.
This time round, I'm focuing on longer preparations with a stronger foundation of long rides and bikes.
I realised suddenly after a total week of rest ( coz I felt on the verge of overtaining ), my heart rate seems to elevate to about 181 when climbing long hills on runs. Strangely, I'm able to maintain a contiunous pace without any discomfort or signs of lactic acid buildup. And on the down hill, my heart rate drops back quickly to 160-162. A relaxed pace this week was at 160-162, while previously, it had been at a 148-153 region.
Bottom line is, after the entire week of laying off, I'm able to hold a higher heartrate at a more comfortable pace. And also able to push a high heart rate past 180.
QUESTION:
Is something not right? or is my heart rate monitor spoilt?? Or am I relistically stronger?
Thanks
This time round, I'm focuing on longer preparations with a stronger foundation of long rides and bikes.
I realised suddenly after a total week of rest ( coz I felt on the verge of overtaining ), my heart rate seems to elevate to about 181 when climbing long hills on runs. Strangely, I'm able to maintain a contiunous pace without any discomfort or signs of lactic acid buildup. And on the down hill, my heart rate drops back quickly to 160-162. A relaxed pace this week was at 160-162, while previously, it had been at a 148-153 region.
Bottom line is, after the entire week of laying off, I'm able to hold a higher heartrate at a more comfortable pace. And also able to push a high heart rate past 180.
QUESTION:
Is something not right? or is my heart rate monitor spoilt?? Or am I relistically stronger?
Thanks