"Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go"
T. S. Eliot

Thursday, November 10, 2022

New FTP

 I started this plan on Zwift called FTP Builder. Today, I finished week #1. The plan's first week had two hard workouts, Strength and Tempo, and two easier workouts called Foundation. 

I was able to finish one minute at 320 Watts. The new FTP indicated was 241 Watts.

This test should be done maximum once per week. 

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/TV6uxMONgqw



Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Farrell's Upper Body Workout

 I loved today's workout at Farrell's. This workout was Density Sets. We did 10 reps for each exercise (six exercises in each set) using heavier bands. We did each set three times before going to the next set. 


I tried to use band colors that pushed me. For the push ups, I tried to do these on my toes. It was hard to do them slow. 

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Farrell's Week #4 Second Round

 I started doing "Farrell's" since October 9th, last year. It has been a wonderful experience. I find it perfect to strengthen all the muscles that I ignored for many years. My short term goal is to decrease my body fat. This year, I want to be able to do more pullups, maybe up to ten. I will keep working until I accomplish my goals.

DATE

Weight

Body Fat Percent

10/09/2021

170.8

24.5

11/13/2021

166.4

22.3

12/18/2021

170.8

19.0

1/8/2022

168.4

18.7

1/29/2022

167.6

18.2


Why do I like Farrell's?

    Accountability. The instructor keeps us moving and working hard all the time.

    Consistency. Training six days a week is an excellent idea. Changes will happen.

    Coaches are excellent.