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08-11-16, 08:52 AM
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I missed how fast Zwift thinks I am. 22mph when doing 150 watts on the flats? Sounds legit.
08-11-16, 08:54 AM
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08-11-16, 08:54 AM
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That's exactly why I've decided to go back to the trainer, at least for a few days a week. Too much fooling around when riding outdoors, inside it is ALL BUSINESS. I might even do intervals and whatnot, although I have to say that fooling around in Zwift is a bit too tempting.
If you see me pass don't forget to wave. I'll be the one giving you the look.
If you see me pass don't forget to wave. I'll be the one giving you the look.
08-11-16, 08:59 AM
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I already know my FTP (also, FTP tests hurt.) As for intervals, I'll probably stick to TrainerRoad for that, as from what I read Zwift cannot control the resistance based on my PM, which apparently TrainerRoad can.
08-11-16, 09:00 AM
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The actual numbers might be wrong, but the workouts are based on the z-power so it should be just as effective as using "real" power.
08-11-16, 09:01 AM
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08-11-16, 09:01 AM
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08-11-16, 09:03 AM
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08-11-16, 09:05 AM
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08-11-16, 09:06 AM
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08-11-16, 09:07 AM
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I get that a lot, but it's independent of me being tired from a ride. It's just too much pressure on the ulnar nerve in your hand (could be elbow, too). When I dropped my bars 1cm I had numbness for like 3 days. They're back up and no more issues unless I'm out there for 3+ hours, and even then it only lasts a couple hours.
I have a really long torso, so disproportionately more weight is on my hands given the same height and bike setup. So I have to be more upright to compensate for it and get through the rides. Better core strength would help me a lot, too.
I have a really long torso, so disproportionately more weight is on my hands given the same height and bike setup. So I have to be more upright to compensate for it and get through the rides. Better core strength would help me a lot, too.
08-11-16, 09:08 AM
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I think there is an ointment for that. Calling Dr. Datlas @datlas
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The fitter who works in the shop I ride with usually asks people to try to ride in the drops, and then let go with their hands but still hold the same body position while pedaling for ~10 seconds or so.
If they can't do it, they're too low or their core needs a lot of work.
Obviously not a one-size-fits-all approach, but it's an interesting rule of thumb.
If they can't do it, they're too low or their core needs a lot of work.
Obviously not a one-size-fits-all approach, but it's an interesting rule of thumb.
08-11-16, 09:10 AM
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Silly machinations? You're such a hopeless provocateur. Those kids have athletic skills you couldn't approach in your wildest dreams, except in a lips flapping event.
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08-11-16, 09:11 AM
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Damn. Easy there. Stuff hurts when it snaps.
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The fitter who works in the shop I ride with usually asks people to try to ride in the drops, and then let go with their hands but still hold the same body position while pedaling for ~10 seconds or so.
If they can't do it, they're too low or their core needs a lot of work.
Obviously not a one-size-fits-all approach, but it's an interesting rule of thumb.
If they can't do it, they're too low or their core needs a lot of work.
Obviously not a one-size-fits-all approach, but it's an interesting rule of thumb.
08-11-16, 09:20 AM
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08-11-16, 09:21 AM
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So answer this: do track and field competitors do anything comparable to swimmers while waiting to take their marks?
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