# Why isn't this working? I'm getting...slower using TrainerRoad? How do I get this turned around? **URL:** \ **Category:** Training\ **Created:** [January 3, 2019, 4:55pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/why-isnt-this-working-im-getting-slower-using-trainerroad-how-do-i-get-this-turned-around/9079 "2019-01-03T16:55:01Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Showing post:** 49
**Author:** ![mcneese.chad](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/mcneese.chad/32/15056_2.png) [@mcneese.chad](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mcneese.chad)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2019, 11:37pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/why-isnt-this-working-im-getting-slower-using-trainerroad-how-do-i-get-this-turned-around/9079/49 "2019-01-16T23:37:08Z")
@anon67840561, Another option to consider is [altering the recovery week timing](https://www.trainerroad.com/forumt/alternate-base-work-recovery-week-layout-training-plan-modification/8790). I have a few options outlined in that thread. Essentially, in Base, you cut the 5 work weeks / 1 rest week spacing to 4/1 or 3/1. Doing this reduces the buildup of stress and may make it more manageable. I just finished my first attempt at it with the Option #2 (4/1 that then finished with 3/1, 3/1) and I am really pleased with the feel. Compared to last season where I did 5/1, I feel more prepared and less fatigued overall. And even with that (or because of it?) I got a nice 8.8% bump in FTP. It’s not conclusive, as part of that gain was returning to a prior level before a whole blood donation and 2 weeks sick. But it’s promising and seems easier to handle for my 45yo body and work/life schedule even while maintaining the Mid Vol plans. --- _[View the full topic](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/why-isnt-this-working-im-getting-slower-using-trainerroad-how-do-i-get-this-turned-around/9079)._