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Post by charliebook on Dec 17, 2010 13:45:43 GMT
Hi folks
i am looking for some advice. it has been suggested to me to keep a training diary to aid progress and improve motivation, which i think sounds like a good idea.
i was wondering if anyone else keeps a diary and if so, what information do you record?
Thanks ;D
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rabc
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Post by rabc on Dec 18, 2010 18:23:15 GMT
I keep a training diary. It sits next to my laptop, so I don't forget to keep it up to date.
I try and keep it simple with just enough detail to help maintain a good balance to my training.That way I don't just go out on my bike all the time.
Start each training entry with a large initial at the side,indicating what type of session,ie
B-bike,S-swim,R-run, G-gym,etc.
Then a short list:
1.How long the session was.
2.Distance completed.
3.If it was a timed session(over a regular training route)-time achieved. Obviously helps you to
see improvements as the season progresses.Don't fall into the habit of making every session
a timed one.
4.How you felt on the session:good, strong,tired,dancin etc. Helps you decide how long before
the next session or whether a rest day is required.
Any day which I don't train is marked down as a rest day.This encourages me not to have too many in a row.
Come race day you can look back on your dairy and know you've done the hard work. You'll go into the race with additional confidence and belief,with no reason for not doing well and obtaining new PB's.
Hope this helps. All the best with your training.
Rab
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Post by and9rich on Dec 20, 2010 14:34:36 GMT
I use the Suunto Training Manager that relates to my heart rate monitor. It keeps all the same info and the data is transmitted via the watch to the comp so no labourious number crunching. Also the morale input can be deceiving. After sessions you think you haven't been great in your heart rate doesn't always give tell the same story. This obviously works the other way to.
Web sites like "map my ride" and suuntos movescount.com are good training diaries.
Andy
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Post by Iain T on Dec 20, 2010 21:15:36 GMT
I record my training on Fetcheveryone which is a free website for runners, cyclists, swimmers and triathletes. Initially it was mainly runners that were using this site but is becoming popular for swimmers and cyclists as well. As well as a training log it also allows you to record any race results, has an event fixture list and many other features. The website link can be found at www.fetcheveryone.com/Iain |
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Post by charliebook on Dec 22, 2010 13:17:53 GMT
this is great, thanks! i like the idea of the website based one Iain - does it provide graphs and charts at all (to show improvement), or is it basically numbers?! thanks again guys, really appreciated  |
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Post by Iain T on Dec 22, 2010 15:01:34 GMT
The training log allows you to export to excel, view as a graph, table or numbers. There are also many other features that I don't tend to use. The race log can be viewed in date order or by age graded performance. I find it a very user friendly site and would recommend it.
Iain
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Post by charliebook on Dec 22, 2010 15:35:09 GMT
excellent, thanks for confirming, i will check that out tonight |
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Post by The Big Man on Jan 9, 2011 19:57:58 GMT
I've had enough of this white stuff! I wish it would go as I feel as if I'm a prisoner in my own home. I've got an Ironman to train for.
Anybody else feeling the same or am I simply suffering from SAD syndrome? Wish I had a pair of XC-skis.
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Post by Dek on Jan 9, 2011 20:10:10 GMT
Your not aloan Alex. I've been like a bear with a sore head for the last few weeks. We should have been giving it large at Monikie today. But I was kind of glad it was off as i've had a slight man flu thing. We live in hope"THINGS CAN ONLY GET BETTER"
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Post by Iain T on Jan 9, 2011 21:29:53 GMT
I managed to get outside on the bike last week before the snow returned. Back to the turbo trainer in the garage for now and the dreaded treadmill. Milder temperatures forecast from Wednesday - fingers crossed!
What Ironman event have you entered Alex?
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Post by The Big Man on Jan 9, 2011 22:06:34 GMT
Heading out to Germany with Ken in July to do Challenge Roth. Fancy joining us for the race or even the next 26 weeks of training?
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Post by Iain T on Jan 9, 2011 22:26:02 GMT
Just had a look at the Challenge Roth website and it looks a great event. Certainly keen to join you for some cycles and runs. I'm hoping to progress to taking part in a long distance event but July would be a bit soon for me. Best wishes in your training and hopefully meet up for a cycle when the snow shifts.
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Post by Steve Wilcox on Jan 10, 2011 7:03:33 GMT
Got back from my ski holiday last night and couldn't believe that I had to dig my way into the house. Meanwhile the alpine slopes are beginning to look a little worn. I'm scared to go near the scales!!!
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Post by charliebook on Jan 10, 2011 13:37:45 GMT
thankfully, i have a gym and pool in my office, so i have managed to start up again - although, i am almost back to sqaure one, so building back up again gradually. i had been hoping to enter the East Fife Sprint in April, but dont think i will be ready for that - i will enter the novice for sure though! |
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Post by Steve Wilcox on Jan 10, 2011 15:46:45 GMT
Charlene, enter the Sprint. There is plenty time to prepare for it, and I am confident that you can have a good crack at it.
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