The first time I tried it was 17 days ago and I made it half way through. The most recent time was one week ago and I never even survived the second of 6 intervals. So it was with a great deal of trepidation that I headed down the basement steps this morning. I knew I was a bit better rested this time around so I expected a little better result but still had no idea if I could complete it totally.
I think the most gratifying part of today's success was the realization that I effectively analyzed my situation this past week, and responded appropriately. I think I allowed myself just the right amount of recovery time before I jumped back in. Don't get me wrong the workout was still very hard but I honestly believe that if I really needed to I may have squeaked out one more interval. I feel pretty good. It also gives me some guidance going forward. I think that as long as I am doing a long run and a long ride every week, that I can only do 2 other hard rides as opposed to 3.
To refresh your memory the workout was 6, six minute intervals at 251 watts, with 3 minutes rest in between. I wore my HRM today as well and the data actually surprised me a little bit. I expected my rate to be higher, but I could never get it over 151 which makes me think there are still more gains to be had, believe it or not. I know for sure that with the same level of intensity while running it would go over 160, perhaps close to 170!
I read another great article today, this one about how to run a great Ironman marathon. The gist of the article....if you want to run well, focus on your cycling. Here it is for anyone who cares about this stuff.
And that's it for this particular Saturday. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
....and 75% of the success quotes out there somehow referenced failure as well. This one I thought was the simplest and clearest...
"In order to succeed you must fail, so that you know what not to do the next time."---Anthony J. D'Angelo
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I think the most gratifying part of today's success was the realization that I effectively analyzed my situation this past week, and responded appropriately. I think I allowed myself just the right amount of recovery time before I jumped back in. Don't get me wrong the workout was still very hard but I honestly believe that if I really needed to I may have squeaked out one more interval. I feel pretty good. It also gives me some guidance going forward. I think that as long as I am doing a long run and a long ride every week, that I can only do 2 other hard rides as opposed to 3.
To refresh your memory the workout was 6, six minute intervals at 251 watts, with 3 minutes rest in between. I wore my HRM today as well and the data actually surprised me a little bit. I expected my rate to be higher, but I could never get it over 151 which makes me think there are still more gains to be had, believe it or not. I know for sure that with the same level of intensity while running it would go over 160, perhaps close to 170!
I read another great article today, this one about how to run a great Ironman marathon. The gist of the article....if you want to run well, focus on your cycling. Here it is for anyone who cares about this stuff.
And that's it for this particular Saturday. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
....and 75% of the success quotes out there somehow referenced failure as well. This one I thought was the simplest and clearest...
"In order to succeed you must fail, so that you know what not to do the next time."---Anthony J. D'Angelo
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Peter
Good post, I'm glad you are feeling back in control. Great advice in the article as well, thanks.
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