Duathlon training stages...
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Mark
Posted:
28th May '06, 9:50pm
28th May '06, 9:50pm
Am starting up a proper training plan for duathlons due to start in September 12 weeks away.
I see there are :?: various stages of training (Base/Endurance/ Speed work / etc etc)
Could someone take a moment to explain what the main stages are?
What order they are in?
A basic description of what each comprises?
and how long you normally spend in each section? I have about 12 weeks till my first main event.
Would appreciate anyones time in helping me with this!
Thanks!
Training
hanzos
2nd Aug '08, 6:55am
Hey :)
Its really quite complex.. You should google "periodization" and print off some information.
You pretty much have to work out when your first competition day is and work back.
Design a program split into months, weeks then days..
Base stage is early on (basic endurance.. high volume low intensity) You will have transition stages built into your program where you change the goals of your training.. (higher intensity, lower volume.. more work on technique) As you get closer to the competition day your training volume is minimal, intensity increases and you get more specific. You normally have 3 days- 1 week taper (right before comp day) where you lay off.. rest.. re-fuel and get race ready.
Thats a real real real basic run down.. you really need to read up on periodization. Everyone is different, so everyone trains differently but the guidelines are priceless.