Darren Nix microscopic thread
I'm enjoying the out season training plan but have found that I am wanting more... I have available time to train more without using up SAUs. What are your thoughts on how best to modify the training plan?
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using the guidance in there.
Another option is to add in some training Monday and Friday, typically in the form of swimming.
Can you give me a sense of what you were thinking? As well as what your goals are for the out season?
As for goals, I have a non-tri motivated goal to run a 5:59 mile by Jan 15 ($200 is on the line) and for my personal satisfaction I'm shooting for a sub 1:40 half marathon. On the bike, I'd like to increase my FTP from 226 to 260. Along the way, I need to cut my Hawk Hill segment time on strava from 9:45 to 8:15 (popular climb in SF ) so I can maintain my dignity with my riding buddies.
My schedule allows for 90-120 minutes of solid training every morning...
I was at 6:40 for my initial 5K run eval but I'd never done speedwork before so now that I'm a month in, I think I'm down to a 6:30... will retest soon. I just ran the half marathon today; was shooting for sub 1:40 but came in at 1:42... so still a PR; I think a 1:35 is in range... had a major malfunction during the race that added time.
Regarding the half marathon, I think you are already there for a sub at 1:40. I would prefer you try to get the 1:35. so do the math on what that piece would be per mile, and then you can focus a growing portion of your Sunday long run at that effort.
of course, as the race gets closer you should spend a good portion of time thinking about your race strategy and execution so your new fitness will not be undermined by any malfunctions.