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I cant take credit for this--my good friend and fellow trainer Mike Shultz of Highland Training just blasted this
info out and I thought it was very appropriate as most of us are battling the elements. Here is a preview of the
info and a link to follow if you are interested in reading more.............
Building a Bigger Base
by Mike Schultz CSCS
Pro Cyclist/Coach/Trainer
It is the time of year to focus on base training. Base training is a term that is used to describe low intensity
training that promotes aerobic adaptations within the muscle. Endurance athletes depend almost entirely on
aerobic energy to help them run faster, pedal longer, and swim with ease. Gaining more aerobic energy
potential is one of the keys of success for the endurance minded. Aerobic adaptations are also important for
power athletes since aerobic contribution increases dramatically, contributing up to 40-45% of required
energy, after 20 to 30 seconds of so called anaerobic actions.
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info out and I thought it was very appropriate as most of us are battling the elements. Here is a preview of the
info and a link to follow if you are interested in reading more.............
Building a Bigger Base
by Mike Schultz CSCS
Pro Cyclist/Coach/Trainer
It is the time of year to focus on base training. Base training is a term that is used to describe low intensity
training that promotes aerobic adaptations within the muscle. Endurance athletes depend almost entirely on
aerobic energy to help them run faster, pedal longer, and swim with ease. Gaining more aerobic energy
potential is one of the keys of success for the endurance minded. Aerobic adaptations are also important for
power athletes since aerobic contribution increases dramatically, contributing up to 40-45% of required
energy, after 20 to 30 seconds of so called anaerobic actions.
(READ MORE)