One of the reasons for it being harder to measure the progress could be because of a lack of numbers. Heart rate is fine but power output is the real indication of how things are going, and also making sure that (for example) easy days really are easy.
Timing yourself over a set distance does work, but it doesn't take account for things like windy days. You might be slower over the same distance as the week before, but you could be putting out more power to compensate. Match that with your heart rate at the time and then you have a real idea of how you're doing, because if you can put out a higher power but keep the same heart rate, then wey-hey.
I'm still pondering over this one (and asking coach) but a power tap could be on the way soon…
I knew a power tap would be on the cards. Other than a training camp at altitude and a personal massure, you have nothing left to buy ;-]
ReplyDeleteIn fairness, UPDATE: I do NOT need a powertap, hurrah!! Heart rate and Rate of Perceived Exertion is fine for sportive training.
ReplyDeleteIf I start racing or doing TT's then that would change, but for now its ok. Phew.