Hey Juan!
I would imagine that so long as your runs are not negatively impacting your climbing training (i.e. taking time away and/or extending your recovery b/w workouts) the light Z1 runs should be fine?
TerryLui
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ParticipantTerryLui on October 3, 2019 at 11:13 am · in reply to: Runs (Zone 1) while training for ice/mixed climbing #29371Participant
Food, my favourite topic! LOL
My usual go to’s:
1) Oatmeal, chia seeds, hemp seeds, butter, honey
2) Omelet w/ kale, onion, mushrooms, garlic, butter + seasoning, toast or fried potatoes, side of fruit+ Smoothie:
1) Watermelon, avocado, kale, apple, mint leaves (https://www.netmums.com/recipes/glowing-mojo-ito-green-monster)
2) Mango, peach, ginger, kale (https://minimalistbaker.com/mango-ginger-kale-green-smoothie)Adjust according to your desired quantity/flavour preference 😀
P.S.
If I’m feeling like a quick, easy, comfort breakfast with a Japanese spin to it:
https://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2016/04/tamago-kake-gohan-egg-rice-tkg-recipe-breakfast.html
Substitute rice with oatmealParticipantHey there!
I’ve been very happy with Zamberlan, on my 3rd pair. They’ve carried me thru day hikes to multi-month expeditions with packs upwards of 60lbs
https://www.zamberlanusa.com/product/9789427/996-vioz-gtx-r-men-s-hiking-backpacking-boots-dark-greyI know you said “no Sportiva” but I just picked up a pair of Trango Cubes, have had good reviews from friends although I see them more as an “alpine boot;” also, I do not expect them to last as long as the Zamberlans above:
https://www.sportiva.com/trango-cube-gtx.htmlhappy shopping!
ParticipantTerryLui on August 25, 2019 at 9:49 am · in reply to: Aerobic & Lactate Threshold Testing- Various questions #27341Hey Sam,
Jon is right re: conversational pace.
Here’s a quote from TftNA for “nose breathing”:
“To find the upper end of this zone, start by exercising slowly while breathing through your nose only. As you increase the intensity/speed gradually, note the point at which this nose breathing becomes noisy and labored.”What you’re describing “(labored breathing in between each word/pauses etc)” I would consider Zone 3.
ParticipantTerryLui on August 22, 2019 at 9:05 am · in reply to: Aerobic & Lactate Threshold Testing- Various questions #27185I agree with Jon, if you have a lactate meter go with that 🙂
ParticipantTerryLui on August 22, 2019 at 9:02 am · in reply to: Short on time/minimal Strength training #27184Hey Mirko,
1) If the leg press is part of prescribed exercises from your PT, then probably best to keep it going. You can always add on the single leg exercises I referenced.2) That’s a great question that I don’t have a solid answer for…
I imagine that eventually your muscles will adapt well to the slow incline pushups and the physiological response/improvement will drop off to the point that it’ll take a LONG time to challenge your muscles. I’d err on the side of adding weight to the BW exercises (assuming you need to). Personally I’ve simply used an old backpack and put in metal weightlifting plates (instead of a weighted vest). Takes a bit of balancing at first but it adds to the challenge!ParticipantTerryLui on August 21, 2019 at 4:25 pm · in reply to: Aerobic & Lactate Threshold Testing- Various questions #27128Hello and welcome!
Key questions you’re asking and I can shed light on some but not all…
Personally, I found the indoor treadmill test to be easier to do. More ability to control variables.Treadmill test = 10% grade
And in case you haven’t already seen the below articles:Indoor Treadmill AeT test – https://uphillathlete.com/8-diy-steps-to-figure-out-your-aerobic-threshold-indoor/
Outdoor AeT test – https://uphillathlete.com/step-by-step-diy-guide-to-determine-your-aerobic-threshold-outdoors/
ParticipantIf I recall correctly, I believe 1 to 2 long hikes/aerobic workouts per week can help with such maintenance. Of course “long” is going to be relative to the volume you’ve been doing thus far.
ParticipantTopper, Jeff, Kimmuriel:
I had the same query and hopefully Scott’s answer in the below link will address yours –I believe the summary response to your question may be:
-If you are newer to endurance training, then focus your training close to your AeT (top of Z2)
-If you already have a developed endurance base/engine (defined as AeT and AnT are within 6-7% of one another, ~10bpm), then focus your training in Z1ParticipantTerryLui on August 20, 2019 at 12:04 pm · in reply to: Short on time/minimal Strength training #27038Hey Mirko,
Referencing the format of the gym workout in TftNA, a few things come to mind when looking at your gym routine:
1) Since your goal is long distance running, consider swapping the leg press and deadlifts for weighted box step ups and lunges. More specific to your goals.
2) For BW exercises, you may aim for holding a weight that is in addition to your BW which allows you to do 4-6 reps per set (~75% max rep weight). Obviously you want to avoid increasing muscle mass, so avoid lifting to failure. Adjust weight accordingly.This is assuming you do not need to do any “catching up” from the injury you had (i.e. the exercises you’re currently doing are not rehabilitative)
ParticipantHey Frank!
First question – I would say the closer your training modality is to your intended endurance event, the better. So if you’re planning on doing some form of running/hiking event, then walking on the ground will be most beneficial (I assume your “rolling track” option is on the ground?)I’ll let others chime in re: AeT drift, your #2 option would be my best guess.
Also, re: “my HR drifts quite a lot…”, I wonder if you may be starting too high? Have you done an AeT test? (I assume you have considering you seem pretty specific with you AeT & AnT #s but just thought I’d 2x check)
In case you haven’t done one yet…https://uphillathlete.com/8-diy-steps-to-figure-out-your-aerobic-threshold-indoor/ParticipantGreat thank you Pete!
ParticipantTerryLui on August 16, 2019 at 11:07 am · in reply to: Short on time/minimal Strength training #26845Hey Mirko!
Your question – “Is this kind of training beneficial?”My questions in return:
1) What are your goals?
2) What is your current fitness routine? (i.e. Distance & duration of run/cycling; gym routine & weights, etc)The reason I ask is because the more “in line” your goal(s) and training routine are to one another, the more benefit you will see from the effort you put into training.
If you can shed more light on the above it’ll give us have a better sense of where you’re at and where you want to go 🙂ParticipantHi Kyle,
Welcome and thank you for sharing! I believe you’ll find TftNA a worthwhile resource.I’ve always found being in the hills to be healing in every way (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual…as you mentioned), having a process driven mindset is also a great position to be in for personal & skill development.
Wishing you all the best as you explore this new world of mountain pursuits!ParticipantI too would guess ME being the culprit.
If your 24 week plan didn’t include weighted hikes to prep yourself for a heavy load, you would’ve essentially been doing weighted box step ups for 2-3 days straight.What was your moving time for each day?
That could give more insight into your experience.