Heat Preparation Plan
Its widely accepted that racing in extreme heat is a huge challenge for endurance athletes. Whether your a triathlete, ultra runner, gravel rider; if you want to avoid compromising your performance in the heat you need to prepare.
This is a specific 14 day heat preparation plan that allows you to adapt to extremely hot conditions in the comfort of your own home.
YOU NEED THIS PLAN IF
You plan on racing in conditions that could be 30+ degrees
You want to gain a better understanding of how to manage your effort in extreme conditions
HOW THE PLAN WORKS
The heat plan can be integrated into an already existing training program
It uses a combination of indoor cycling and hot bathing techniques and all work is completed at an aerobic intensity
Its recommended you use this plan in the final 14 days ahead of travel to your race
WHAT DO I NEED
Indoor bike
Tympanic ear thermometer or core sensor
Fan heater(s)
Room thermometer
Humidifier or kettle(s)
Small room that can get to 36-40degrees *you can use small plastic greenhouses to achieve this.
HOW DO I KNOW I’M HEAT ADAPTED?
Over the 14days you should notice your perception of being in the heat alters to allow you to feel more comfortable, your sweat rate will increase to allow for more effective cooling and your HR to power ratio will move more towards normal perimeters.
Its widely accepted that racing in extreme heat is a huge challenge for endurance athletes. Whether your a triathlete, ultra runner, gravel rider; if you want to avoid compromising your performance in the heat you need to prepare.
This is a specific 14 day heat preparation plan that allows you to adapt to extremely hot conditions in the comfort of your own home.
YOU NEED THIS PLAN IF
You plan on racing in conditions that could be 30+ degrees
You want to gain a better understanding of how to manage your effort in extreme conditions
HOW THE PLAN WORKS
The heat plan can be integrated into an already existing training program
It uses a combination of indoor cycling and hot bathing techniques and all work is completed at an aerobic intensity
Its recommended you use this plan in the final 14 days ahead of travel to your race
WHAT DO I NEED
Indoor bike
Tympanic ear thermometer or core sensor
Fan heater(s)
Room thermometer
Humidifier or kettle(s)
Small room that can get to 36-40degrees *you can use small plastic greenhouses to achieve this.
HOW DO I KNOW I’M HEAT ADAPTED?
Over the 14days you should notice your perception of being in the heat alters to allow you to feel more comfortable, your sweat rate will increase to allow for more effective cooling and your HR to power ratio will move more towards normal perimeters.
Its widely accepted that racing in extreme heat is a huge challenge for endurance athletes. Whether your a triathlete, ultra runner, gravel rider; if you want to avoid compromising your performance in the heat you need to prepare.
This is a specific 14 day heat preparation plan that allows you to adapt to extremely hot conditions in the comfort of your own home.
YOU NEED THIS PLAN IF
You plan on racing in conditions that could be 30+ degrees
You want to gain a better understanding of how to manage your effort in extreme conditions
HOW THE PLAN WORKS
The heat plan can be integrated into an already existing training program
It uses a combination of indoor cycling and hot bathing techniques and all work is completed at an aerobic intensity
Its recommended you use this plan in the final 14 days ahead of travel to your race
WHAT DO I NEED
Indoor bike
Tympanic ear thermometer or core sensor
Fan heater(s)
Room thermometer
Humidifier or kettle(s)
Small room that can get to 36-40degrees *you can use small plastic greenhouses to achieve this.
HOW DO I KNOW I’M HEAT ADAPTED?
Over the 14days you should notice your perception of being in the heat alters to allow you to feel more comfortable, your sweat rate will increase to allow for more effective cooling and your HR to power ratio will move more towards normal perimeters.