Hi Guys,
I’ve haunted these forums recently trying to glean any and all useful information.
A bit about me:
178cm tall
72.5kgs
FTP of 200
I’ve always been pretty active but never followed any specific training plans. I’ve been cycling for about two years but mainly just odd weekend outdoor rides with a casual group. The odd audax too.
I’ve a target of a 70.3 ironman in May. I’m not too concerned about the swim or even the run. I really need to focus on my cycling.
I use a wattbike atom to train and have been on Trainer road for a few months. I was on a triathlon plan but I binned that due to the inability to swim during lockdown in England. I have started a cycle specific plan and will run (easy) on my rest days. It’s a mid volume plan.
Like anyone I’m keen to see progress and I’m not naïve enough to think their are any shortcuts. I’m terrible at goal setting for a number of reasons which doesn’t help.
I guess my questions should is how long does it take to start feeling/seeing the progress? How should progress be measured? FTP? W/kg? Average speed? Weight (I don’t feel I have a lot to lose but I do struggle with binge eating sugary treats and portion control! Life stresses right ).
Consistency is key of course. But what are the hints and tips for getting motivated and mailing a session when you just want another hour in bed? Or straight to dinner and bed after a long day’s work? Also any tips for cutting ties with your phone/handsets in the evening? Everyone loses hours every night to these damn thing right?!
Any help, advice, support or criticism welcome as I start to get serious on my journey!