Training load question

Former Member over 7 years ago

Hi,
I've noticed recently that my training load value decreases despite the fact that my training routine has not changed (i.e. number of rides, length and time as well as intensity).
At first the value was reaching ~900 but now it is around 350.
Is this value requires some "learning"? like the recovery time? so that at first the value is high but as the device "learns" you more, it provides a more accurate value?
Thanks,
Itay

0 Jamesstevensy over 7 years ago

I believe you need to use the run app to log your training load with the watch. Using the trail run app or other app doesn't include it as part of the training load.

0 mcalista over 7 years ago

Yes, training load will factor in your fitness levels. Initial estimates of your fitness levels are fairly conservative, as you log more rides and runs it gets a better feel for your fitness levels. A 10K run for a very fit person will represent a lower training load than the same run for a person with just moderate fitness.

I disagree slightly with the poster above - trail runs do NOT impact VO2Max, but they ARE included in your training load.

0 Jamesstevensy over 7 years ago

fair enough, i wasnt exactly sure of the full details on that, other than trail run will not impact your vo2 max score. Thanks for the info

0 Former Member over 7 years ago

Thanks for the replies - this is what I thought...
Just for the info - all of my activities are cycling - MTB and Road