May
2009
Why Tom’s Climbing Stronger…
"Dear Graeme the Guru,
I just wanted to say a quick thanks for your training advice. After our ride a couple of weeks ago I've taken your input and really revised my training format. I've looked at the 7-day training formats in the club to help setup my weekly training schedule. I've been doing two HIT workouts a week; a Cyclo-SPIN class and a HIT chunk workout during my long ride.
Additionally, being about 14 to 15 weeks out from the Wilderness 101 mtb race, I've really been focusing on core strength work during the week. On a weekly basis I've been using: your original Cyclo-Core BW ciruits 1-3 at least once a week, the Cyclo-ZEN 30 Min Power Yoga workout, the SPEED Aero-Ab Blaster (1 or 2 times a week), the CZ 8' Power Routine and various IN 5 programs.
In just the last two weeks since I've incorporated these changes I can already feel that I'm getting stronger on the bike. I'd attribute some of it to the HIT work, but I'd also have to say I feel like I'm getting more out of my pedal efficiency. The cyclo-spin classes have really helped me learn how to generate additional power through pointing my toes and really pulling through and up. I can't get on my bike anymore without thinking about: pointing the toes, pulling through, popcorn, bull whips, etc.
Great ride yesterday! Look forward to doing it again. I'll only really be happy with my training, when I have to wait for you at the top of the hills." --Tom Gagliardi
Pointing the Toes? What's that about...
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Nice! Looking to get better at hills and have been working on making sure that I am on the balls of my feet. I have the tendency to let my heals drop once my cadence slows down. Good to hear that you are having success.