So curious about the training plans of folks like Lew Holland or Sister Madonna Buder… do you do century ride training days when you’re 75+? What about mile repeats? If anyone has access to this it’d be interesting to know.
I train the same way, pretty much, I always have trained, just a lot slower. The principles are the same, with more rest, slightly less volume and a lot less intensity. Some folks get diet issues with age as they may have trouble digesting nutrients on the bike or while running. All training must be adapted to your age related limitations, however. I developed asthma in my 60’s and it became a major limiter for me. Everyone is different, which is why a good coach is helpful.
I do mile repeats rarely.
Lew and the Sister have been doing races a very long time so they have a deep base. If you are just starting, don’t do what they do.
Good luck!
-Robert
A couple of years ago when we were at IMCDA we had lunch with Sister Madonna . . . she biked from and back to Spokane (40+ miles each way) just to see us. My kids thought she was the coolest person on Earth - they may be right!
I remember seeing some video with Lew Hollander where IIRC he said he tries to go anaerobic every day.
Any suggestions on a good coach?
I have talked with some older triathletes and usually get the same input. Make sure one keeps moving with training all year long. All of them tell me
they do no speed work in training. Just trying to stay healthy and save any speed stuff for a race. Pretty simple logic that older folks understand,
I sure do.
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I can go anaerobic pushing the elevator button!
There are lots of good coaches but great coaches are few and expensive. Look in your area for a top guy. In nj that might be Dave Slavinsky. Sans ego looks promising. Try out the coach for three months because it can get pretty intense if you are not on the same page. Good luck!