by simpleendurance | Mar 9, 2022 | Strength Training, Cyclists Over 50, Endurance Training, Women Athletes
Nine Ways to Build a Consistent Strength Training Program Meet a friend Free classes Consistent routine Set a date Use trainers Fake yourself Go early Set small goals Keep track Nine ways to build a consistent strength training program Click To Tweet Consistent...
by simpleendurance | Feb 23, 2022 | Cycling, Cyclists Over 50, Endurance Training, Running, Workouts
Three Things to Consider About Death by VO2max Intervals These intervals are all about a high cadence to increase the heart pump. You may start at a high power, but it will decrease as fatigue builds. These intervals do increase VO2max, regardless of age. Increasing...
by simpleendurance | Feb 2, 2022 | Cycling, Cyclists Over 50, Endurance Training
Three Things to Know About Individualized Training Zones Traditional training zones are set up by percentages that are based on averages, making them potentially less accurate. Your training time is limited so you need to get your zones right or you get overtrained or...
by simpleendurance | Jan 23, 2022 | Cycling, Cyclists Over 50, Endurance Training, Workouts
Three Things to Know about Testing for Your Anaerobic Threshold All testing options are just tools and estimates. Ramp tests from Zwift and Trainer Road seem to be fairly accurate options. INSCYD tests provide the most useful metrics. No one likes 20-Minute FTP tests....
by simpleendurance | Nov 3, 2021 | Cyclists Over 50, Cyclocross, Strength Training, Yoga
Three Things To Know About Cross Back Work on loosening your hip flexors through lunges Strengthen your glutes and core Use a foam roller regularly on your hip flexors, quads, glutes, and back. How to prevent and treat “cross back” Click To Tweet Cyclocross racers...
by simpleendurance | Jun 15, 2021 | Cyclists Over 50, Endurance Training, Strength Training
Three Things to Know About Strength Training for Older Cyclists 1. Focus on dumbbells, kettlebells, bands, suspension straps. 2. Start light and easy if you are new to strength training. 3. Focus on a full-body workout, with an emphasis on joint movement. Strength...
