[Shashi]

Shashi on October 18, 2021 at 9:25 pm · in reply to: Accelerate AeT improvement #58271

Thank you Eddie.

Diego,
The links might also mention it, but you might want to read up on topics related to Fasted Training as well. Here is one of the UA article.

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 15, 2021 at 9:10 am · in reply to: Training timeline for the Freeride plan #58128

Chris,

Did you figure out how to extend your training plan?

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 15, 2021 at 9:06 am · in reply to: gap between events #58126

Edgar,

Sorry for the delay. You can start training now. Check this forum topic –

Extended 24 Week training plan?

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 15, 2021 at 9:02 am · in reply to: Conditioning for lots of low angle ice #58125

Sorry for the delay in responding to your question.

This article should provide a good overview of different components of the fitness –

Training for Mountaineering

Let me know if you have any specific questions.

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 14, 2021 at 10:20 am · in reply to: Heart Rate Drift Test #58074

Thanks for sharing the link. For the duration of the test your heart rate drift is around 1.54%. From one hour test starting at minute 25 (heart rate stable around 155), the drift is just above 3%. I think 155 would be a good AeT estimate.

For your next test, let your heart rate get stable before you start the test and as RDK said, you can test at 160. I would recommend doing an Anaerobic Threshold test as well.

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 14, 2021 at 8:59 am · in reply to: Heart Rate Drift Test #58070

Can you share the training peaks link of your test?

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Shashi on October 11, 2021 at 1:15 pm · in reply to: How much time off after a training cycle? #57931

I have found a week off after a 24-week was enough rest for me. For my first training cycle, I averaged just under 9 hours/week and for my second cycle, it was close to 11 hours/week. My previous training volume (prior to starting UA training) was maybe 3-4 hours/week. Due to COVID, couldn’t travel much. But I might consider a longer break between two cycles if I am travelling with family.

Also, I am not training for any race or event but for a climbing season and typically these are one-two day alpine climbs at less than 4000 m altitude. For people who train for high-altitude expeditions/big projects, I am guessing the recovery period/break after the climb would be much higher.

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 7, 2021 at 3:20 pm · in reply to: Zone 1 or 2 immediately after Strength Training #57796

The 30 min Z1/2 session as part of the hike in/out would still be beneficial. I would think that the 30-minute hike in would probably be better as you are fresh and not as exhausted relative to hike out.

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Shashi on October 7, 2021 at 2:57 pm · in reply to: Chamonix Mountain Fit thoughts #57795

Mike – If you look for Forum Index topic to the right, you should see Chamonix Mountain Fit as one of the tags. Click on it and you will see some discussions on TSS, how it fits in with overall training, etc.

I did two cycles of 24-week mountaineering plan before following the Core/General strength and Max Strength routine. Since last month, I have been doing Chamonix Mountain Fit Level 1 and as Ray said Neal has done a great job explaining the workouts. Level 1 needs minimal equipment (ski pole, water bottle) and you have single-leg, core, shoulder workouts.

You can reduce the intensity by doing easier variation or by reducing reps. If you decide to buy the plan and for some reason, you find it not suitable for you, just send an email to coach@uphillathlete.com

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 6, 2021 at 5:03 pm · in reply to: Chamonix Mountain Fit thoughts #57752

Mike,

There is some good discussion here –
https://uphillathlete.com/forums/topic-tag/chamonix-mountain-fit/

This podcast might also help –

The Uphill Athlete Podcast: Chamonix Mountain Fit

Let me know if you have any specific questions.

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 6, 2021 at 4:55 pm · in reply to: Zone 1 or 2 immediately after Strength Training #57751

Thanks Lindsay.

If my outdoor climbing location has a 30-minute approach, would the hike in and/or out be a beneficial Zone 1 or 2 aerobic session if my heart rate was elevated during climbing?

You can count the 30-minute hike in/out as part of your Zone 1/2. Can you clarify what you mean by hike in/out being beneficial with respect to heart rate while climbing?

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 4, 2021 at 5:34 pm · in reply to: Skate Ski Training #57632

Michael,

My apologies, I didn’t see this topic was still unanswered. Are you still looking for this information?

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 4, 2021 at 5:28 pm · in reply to: Seattle – Real Rehab: AeT/AnT testing question #57631

Sorry, for some reason I didn’t see that this topic was still unanswered. Did you end up doing the test?

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 4, 2021 at 5:24 pm · in reply to: Back to Back Long Runs #57630

Congratulations!

[Shashi]

Shashi on October 4, 2021 at 5:22 pm · in reply to: Can you help me with AeT and other training questions? #57629

Diego,

Welcome to the Uphill Athlete forum.

For #2, since your AeT is not within 10% of AnT, it is recommended that in the transition/base period you stay below AeT to build your aerobic base. Also, if your primary event/race is running then do the majority of your aerobic workouts running. You can use cycling for low-intensity recovery workouts.

I will request Scott to review other questions and respond.