Talkback: Training zones: what are they and how should you use them?
alantriboot
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This article doesn't make sense, in itself. It says to calculate the maximum HR, then starts to refer to the LTHR, which I have googled to find out is the Lactate Threshold Heart Rate, but then the % calcs all refer to the max HR, not this LTHR which "we've" just worked out. Please clarify.
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Have a look at Mat Fitzgerald's 80/20Triathlon training. It does the job properly.
Also expect to have different LTHRs for bike, run and swims.
I found this article interesting and easy to understand.
https://mastersoftri.com/one-speed-syndrome/
I personally can't be bothered to use "hard numbers" and HR monitors / watches all the time so I've learned to train and race mainly by feel. Not for everyone but works for some.
Thank you annlonie - glad you read it and found it interesting.
We coach by feel - and even those who like numbers do eventually learn that this is a better way to train, and race.
See also:https://mastersoftri.com/worlds-oldest-training-tool/
Our body is designed to know itself when we allow it to and forget numbers