Over the last couple of weeks I've been able to obtain some consistency with my training. ... I have a new understanding of the training program. When I started the program I knew what was being said by follow the program and stick to the power zones set. I must admit I was one of those that tried to push as hard as I could and would sometimes go harder than what was set because I felt better if I pushed harder.
The hardest time was the recovery week, during this week I regularly went harder than what was set. I didn't understand that that these things were adding to the build up of stress and fatigue on my body that was hampering my recovery. One of the biggest breakthrough moments I had was when I realised how important the recovery week is. I knew it was important but I grew in my understanding of how important it is in regards to I need to recover and adapt properly to be able to take on the next two weeks, not just have an easy week.
I then understood my FTP is based on my limits and my training parameters is based on my FTP limit. To push beyond my training limit is to push beyond my FTP limit and this all has a flow on affect. ... Thank you for your help, I enjoy the coaching calls albeit I cannot get to them live very often due to work but I watch them later so I am grateful for oportunity to do that.
I am grateful for the podcasts and insights that are passed on (sometimes I get the chance to listen to them when I am on a patrol). I am grateful for the flexibility in the trianing program and the guidance that comes with that. Gerrad and Jordan I am very grateful to be a part of the team.
