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Joe Friel
Scottsdale, AZ & Boulder, CO
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Random Thoughts on Training
In the next few weeks I’ll drop a few fairly brief comments here about things that go through my head on training. One of the things I like about coaching and sport in general, is that things are always changing, usually for the better. That’s good. If we never considered... Continue reading
Posted Jun 7, 2023 at Joe Friel
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Changes at JoeFrielsBlog.com
I’ve been hard at work to bring some much-needed upgrades to my website for you. Today, I’m proud to announce JoeFrielTraining.com! For now, it is the same, easy-to-navigate site that you have been used to seeing but with some very useful new tools. You are now able to easily search/filter... Continue reading
Posted Oct 14, 2021 at Joe Friel
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Changes at JoeFrielsBlog.com
I’ve been hard at work to bring some much-needed upgrades to my website for you. Today, I’m proud to announce JoeFrielTraining.com! For now, it is the same, easy-to-navigate site that you have been used to seeing but with some very useful new tools. You are now able to easily search/filter... Continue reading
Posted Oct 12, 2021 at Joe Friel
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Erjoaqui - Sounds like you've found an error in the book (not sure which you are referring to as I've written 17 books). And it sounds as if you've realized the what the correct scheduling should be - what you discovered when examining the examples (base 1 - 4 BTs, base 2 - 3 BTs). Good luck!
The "All New" Cyclist's Training Bible
I recently finished writing a "somewhat" new book—The “All New” Cyclist’s Training Bible. The original version was published more than 20 years ago. It had been edited three times over the years. Last year my publisher suggested it was time to edit it yet again. I balked at that as editing it ...
Themuna - I really doubt it as it's difficult to do an audio of a book with figures and tables. Sorry.
What It Takes to be Fast After 50
By now you may be aware of my latest book—Fast After 50—being in print. In February it will also be ready to go as an ebook. This project started out as a birthday present to myself. I was approaching my 70th birthday and that number was scary for some reason. I was afraid of rapidly decreasing ...
michiel - The best thing to do in your situation, I believe, would be to ride a flat course on the days you are to do AeT (z2) rides. That would be near perfect. Steep grades would mess up the intended benefits.
Base 1 Training, Part 4
This series on Base 1 training is probably stretching out a bit too long. Some athletes may be well into Base 1 and others may be even be starting Base 2. The good news, however, is that Base 2 is only slightly different from Base 1. The biggest differences are the workouts are longer and there ...
Anthonyjlmorel--Yes, what you suggest is perfect. Good luck!
Peak Block Recovery Workouts
With about three weeks to go until race day you start the Peak block of training which lasts two weeks. There are three things you must do in the Peak block if you are to come into good form for the race. The first is to reduce the duration of your workouts. For the next two weeks, each hard wor...
michiel - It really depends what type of bike race you are preparing for. If it's a time trial then the bike portions of The Triathlete's Training Bible will work fine. But if it's road racing (cries, etc) then it won'y get you ready. Good luck!
The "All New" Cyclist's Training Bible
I recently finished writing a "somewhat" new book—The “All New” Cyclist’s Training Bible. The original version was published more than 20 years ago. It had been edited three times over the years. Last year my publisher suggested it was time to edit it yet again. I balked at that as editing it ...
Jan Marsal - Thanks for reading my books, Jan. Yes, for draft legal racing you will need to add more high intensity training, especially anaerobic endurance (AnE) workouts. And, yes, group rides with high intensity help to accomplish some of that type of training.
Riding Indoors and Pedaling Skills, Part 2
In Part 1 I explained why your power output is likely to be lower when riding an indoor trainer as compared with riding on the road. And I also touched on the how this is related to the skills of pedaling a bike. Making some slight changes to how you pedal can benefit not only your indoor power ...
Javier--The next best step iOS to do some Olympic/standard-distance races. I've got training plans for different distances and levels of experience here: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/joe-friel#trainingplans (Be sure to read the "Preview" before purchasing a plan.) I'd suggest waiting until you got at least 2 years of racing under your belt before trying as 70.3 should you decide you want to do longer races. Good luck!
Riding Indoors and Pedaling Skills, Part 2
In Part 1 I explained why your power output is likely to be lower when riding an indoor trainer as compared with riding on the road. And I also touched on the how this is related to the skills of pedaling a bike. Making some slight changes to how you pedal can benefit not only your indoor power ...
Chveneburo - I'm sorry to say there isn't an e-version of any of my books. I'd love to see that with all of them but not going to happen. My publisher doesn't do them and the tables and figures that the books rely on can't easily be described.
The "All New" Cyclist's Training Bible
I recently finished writing a "somewhat" new book—The “All New” Cyclist’s Training Bible. The original version was published more than 20 years ago. It had been edited three times over the years. Last year my publisher suggested it was time to edit it yet again. I balked at that as editing it ...
Riding Indoors and Pedaling Skills, Part 2
In Part 1 I explained why your power output is likely to be lower when riding an indoor trainer as compared with riding on the road. And I also touched on the how this is related to the skills of pedaling a bike. Making some slight changes to how you... Continue reading
Posted Apr 5, 2019 at Joe Friel
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Eamonn--You can pretty much count on FTP being different indoors vs road and with different power meters. Mix the 4 variables and you'll get a wide range of results.
Riding Indoors and Pedaling Skills, Part 1
There are a few things that change when you ride indoors on a trainer as compared with on the road. A common one is heat. Since you’re not moving forward when on a trainer body heat tends to accumulate. Your core temperature may rise causing you to sweat more. At the same time, blood is shunted ...
Riding Indoors and Pedaling Skills, Part 1
There are a few things that change when you ride indoors on a trainer as compared with on the road. A common one is heat. Since you’re not moving forward when on a trainer body heat tends to accumulate. Your core temperature may rise causing you to sweat more. At... Continue reading
Posted Mar 24, 2019 at Joe Friel
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Javier--I'd suggest repeating the last 3 weeks prior to the last week of the plan (weeks 9, 10, 11) until the week before your race when you should do the last week of the plan (week 12). Good luck!
Duration and Intensity in Training
The most basic component of training is the balance between workout duration and workout intensity. Whether you are an Olympian or a novice "how long" and "how hard" are the only two variables that can be used to produce a workout within a given sport. How these are balanced is at the heart of p...
Chris96, Good luck!
Managing Training Using TSB
I’ve posted a few times here on how you can use the Performance Management Chart to manage your training with topics on CTL (“fitness”), ATL (“fatigue”), and TSB (“form”). If you are unfamiliar with these three TrainingPeaks terms you can find brief definitions here. A topic I’ve never written a...
Chris96, Yes, that range works quite well across the board for athletes who are able to handle a great enough load. The other problem (which is quite common) is that your FTP is not correct. Again, the best way to resolve this dilemma is to have a coach review your files.
Managing Training Using TSB
I’ve posted a few times here on how you can use the Performance Management Chart to manage your training with topics on CTL (“fitness”), ATL (“fatigue”), and TSB (“form”). If you are unfamiliar with these three TrainingPeaks terms you can find brief definitions here. A topic I’ve never written a...
Chris96- There is no established number or range that a second year athlete needs to follow. There are many, many individual differences that determine what is right for you. There is no one-size-fits-all number. It's highly individualized. If unsure what to do the best option is to work with a knowledgeable coach.
Managing Training Using TSB
I’ve posted a few times here on how you can use the Performance Management Chart to manage your training with topics on CTL (“fitness”), ATL (“fatigue”), and TSB (“form”). If you are unfamiliar with these three TrainingPeaks terms you can find brief definitions here. A topic I’ve never written a...
Chris96, I don't know, Chris. All I could suggest is that you could possibly handle more training volume. The only way for me to have a good handle on it is to dig deeply into your training so far. I really can't do that but I can put you in touch with a coach who could (for a fee of course). Sorry I can't be of more help.
Managing Training Using TSB
I’ve posted a few times here on how you can use the Performance Management Chart to manage your training with topics on CTL (“fitness”), ATL (“fatigue”), and TSB (“form”). If you are unfamiliar with these three TrainingPeaks terms you can find brief definitions here. A topic I’ve never written a...
Javier--Yes, it will feel uncomfortable. The purpose is to help you become used to running with a higher cadence. 75rpm is a bit too low I believe. I'd like to see runners have a cadence in mid-80s. The reason it feels uncomfortable is that you're not economical at that cadence. But economy can be improved with consistent and dedicated practice.
More on Overtraining
Yesterday I received an email from a female pro cyclocross racer who shall remain anonymous. She described what certainly sounds like overtraining. It’s hard to be certain, as I’ve written about here and here. But I’d be willing to bet that she has indeed pushed herself beyond her natural limits...
Javier--Yes it is difficult to get a workout when traveling. Most riders, I think, probably rely on hotel stationary bikes. Some may carry their bikes with them if they will be gone some time but can get on the road/trail. But it's a hassle. Carrying a indoor trainer along with a bike would be an even bigger headache. I don't know of any easy solutions but perhaps someone who also shares your dilemma and has a solution will comment here.
Duration and Intensity in Training
The most basic component of training is the balance between workout duration and workout intensity. Whether you are an Olympian or a novice "how long" and "how hard" are the only two variables that can be used to produce a workout within a given sport. How these are balanced is at the heart of p...
CallMeTBone - Are you talking about the 9-day week described in Fast After 50? If so you really can't use the TSS tables for that. Instead you might read this -https://www.joefrielsblog.com/2016/07/the-9-day-training-week.html. Basically, it's doing all of your high intensity/long workouts every third day. TSS won't be neat and pretty as a result. But that's ok as you have to think then in 9-day weekly TSS numbers instead of 7.
Duration and Intensity in Training
The most basic component of training is the balance between workout duration and workout intensity. Whether you are an Olympian or a novice "how long" and "how hard" are the only two variables that can be used to produce a workout within a given sport. How these are balanced is at the heart of p...
Pascaleissler - I don't know of any such books for runners but there may well be some. The principles apply regardless of the endurance sport.
Duration and Intensity in Training
The most basic component of training is the balance between workout duration and workout intensity. Whether you are an Olympian or a novice "how long" and "how hard" are the only two variables that can be used to produce a workout within a given sport. How these are balanced is at the heart of p...
roi joi - Hard question to give a definitive answer to as we're all different. But the bottom line remains that most all of us do this for fun. So include workouts that you find to be fun.
Duration and Intensity in Training
The most basic component of training is the balance between workout duration and workout intensity. Whether you are an Olympian or a novice "how long" and "how hard" are the only two variables that can be used to produce a workout within a given sport. How these are balanced is at the heart of p...
D, Good question. I don't think it makes any difference which you use SO LONG AS the choice works for the training methodology you are using. If you are training based on his workouts etc then you should use his zones. Same for mine--or whoever's training methodology you follow. Good luck!
The "All New" Cyclist's Training Bible
I recently finished writing a "somewhat" new book—The “All New” Cyclist’s Training Bible. The original version was published more than 20 years ago. It had been edited three times over the years. Last year my publisher suggested it was time to edit it yet again. I balked at that as editing it ...
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