Intervals!
Posted On Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at at 5:00 PM by MTB ManAs I mentioned, I started doing intervals a la Sally Edwards recommendation in my heart monitor booklet; 10/5/5 x 3, i.e. three sets of 10 minutes @ 50-70%MHR, 5 min @ 70-80 and 5 min @80-100. What I'm actually trying to do is 10 in the 60-70% range, for the 1st interval, that is, zone 2.
I'm really liking this workout. The first set is hard but after that I'm warmed up and diggin' it. I've got a good cruisin' level for the Pzone (80-100%) interval @ about 150bpm, that's 85% MHR for me. Felt really great after this workout. I go out to a flat, quiet farm road (Mead's Lane for you locals) with no intersections and just go back and forth on it for my workout.
The only problem I had was on my way back home after I finished. My chain came off the small cog when I started pedaling up a steep hill. Have to adjust the high limiter tonight after work.
Less than 2 weeks till the Tour de Cure!
Good luck on the Tour! It sounds like you're doing great with the training. Make sure your bike is as ready as you are. And have fun! I can't wait to hear all about it.