Under 60, I think it’s going to be similar to what Alan outlined.
The reason is we “lose” more at the 2nd threshold level than the 1st threshold. The TSS model runs off the 2nd threshold value. When 2nd threshold declines, it’s “easier” for an experienced athlete to score points.
That said, the model/article is guidelines. At the elite and top amateur level, the quality of the specific preparation workouts will be important. So it’s more than simply doing a lot of volume.
Having coached a world-class 60-70 year old, Alan’s outline seems reasonable.
An important thing to remember for all athletes is volume is a result, not target, of an appropriate training strategy.
I did a video on this point that’s important for the masters athlete.
Something that surprised me was how much of the program overlapped. Really drove home the fact that there aren't training secrets - just small differences in approach, at the edges.
How does the CTL change for the aging athlete to be at the TOP veteran level as you see it? Great article both AC and yours!
Under 60, I think it’s going to be similar to what Alan outlined.
The reason is we “lose” more at the 2nd threshold level than the 1st threshold. The TSS model runs off the 2nd threshold value. When 2nd threshold declines, it’s “easier” for an experienced athlete to score points.
That said, the model/article is guidelines. At the elite and top amateur level, the quality of the specific preparation workouts will be important. So it’s more than simply doing a lot of volume.
Having coached a world-class 60-70 year old, Alan’s outline seems reasonable.
An important thing to remember for all athletes is volume is a result, not target, of an appropriate training strategy.
I did a video on this point that’s important for the masters athlete.
https://youtu.be/2mgm6wPk3VY?si=fhsJh5T39UcAanqx
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Another great article. It must have been amazing to have trained alongside and to have been mentored by the individuals mentioned?
It was great - I learned a lot from each of them.
Something that surprised me was how much of the program overlapped. Really drove home the fact that there aren't training secrets - just small differences in approach, at the edges.
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