Winter training

spike83189 · Post by **spike83189** » November 13th, 2006, 5:47 pm

I am about 6'2" and i weight about 190. I finished my fall season a week ago so i am in reasonable shape. My pb for a 2k is 7:13.5 and for tryouts in the spring i would like to break 6:50. I have come across a few plans on the internet. The one that looks the most promising is the pete plan. I was just wondering if there is a better plan or something else i could do.

Tyler

Ray79 · Post by **Ray79** » November 14th, 2006, 4:27 am

What distances will you be racing when the new season starts?

The Pete Plan is very good in its simplicity, and is very easy to follow. And I also know alot of people who have gained great results from it. But it is essentially geared towards maximising 2km times on the erg.

If you are training for long distance Head races, then I would suggest putting in lots of metres at relatively low rates and keeping Hr under control, there is only so far you can go by pushing yourself every session. Then as the season starts to approach start to raise the rates a little, and do some harder sessions.

Also the Pete Plan was never meant to be used for the long term. I think it is more of a 12 - 16 week plan to increase potential for a 2km race, but your aerobic base and strength must be in place first.

Also what do your coaches think you should be doing? They will generally have a good idea of where they want you to be and may be able to suggest something more concrete.