Exposure to anaerobic efforts (where oxygen is not predominantly used) helps develop the anaerobic system and builds tolerance and resilience to strenuous efforts. This workout is designed to increase your anaerobic load and avoid boredom in what is otherwise a predominantly aerobic workout. It is an excellent workout for all triathletes, cyclists, and mountain bikers, as it is not too taxing on the anaerobic system.
Each Sunday, I’ll post a Smart-Trainer Session that you can do in about 60 minutes to enhance your cycling. See a previous post about training intensity (Levels) to know how hard to work. If you are working directly with Coach Ray, he will, in most cases, prescribe either a Power Zone or Heart Rate Zone to work within if you are training with these tools.
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) from Garmin recommended this workout to me. You can see my data and the Strava link below.
Garmin’s Workout Recommendation
- 30min WU Level II;
- 4x 1min Level V++, 1min Level I RI;
- 15min CD Level II;
- 10min Stretching
Start the workout with a 30-minute Warm Up (WU) riding at Level II.
The main set comprises four reps ridden at Level V++ for 60 seconds, with 60 seconds at Level I for the Rest Interval (RI) after each rep.
Complete a Cool Down (CD) for ten minutes at Level II.
Finish with ten minutes of stretching to assist with your recovery.
If you would like further advice feel free to contact me.
I am the Head Coach & Director of Qwik Kiwi – Endurance Sports Consultant.
I specialise in assisting first-timers and recreational athletes in achieving their sporting goals. I can be contacted at coachray@coachray.nz and 021 348 729. Make sure you sign up for my informative newsletter.
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