Even before the lockdown, distance training was a common practice, especially when you wanted to be followed by a very specific coach but who was far away from you and could not accompany you “physically” in your preparation.” Personally, it is a solution I have been using for a long time, and-thanks to the technological tools we have at our disposal (from the various super-accurate GPS to TrainingPeaks)-with a good trainer you are able to make great strides.
In these times when getting around is quite complicated, distance training is something that can be a great help, especially when it is done well and with the right people.
Among the various online training solutions, an offer from our friends at
Tri60 Advanced Training
, the center specializing in endurance training based in Milan.
Compounding the forced closure and the constant requests for services from athletes scattered across Italy, the center directed by
Paul Barbera
has equipped itself with a truly innovative offering.
It starts with the BASIC solution, which allows subscribers to take indoor cycling, functional training, and endurance pilates classes via live streaming (on the ZOOM platform) or on demand through access to a restricted area where they can choose from a variety of workouts.
Workouts that can be done free-body or with some simple equipment (rubber band, weights). Indoor cycling classes can be taken with any type of roller or moped: you only need to monitor the power (in watts) via any app (Zwift, Trainerroad, Tracx Training App, My e-training, etc) or via a bike computer connected to the moped (garmin, polar, etc)
Up to here there are already important new features compared to other home fitness solutions, in particular this one is dedicated to those who want to practice endurance sports, and endurance functional training and pilates workouts are designed for strengthening, improving the motor flexibility and the proprioception, indispensable for improving performance and preventing injuries
But the real leap forward is made with the ADVANCED and ELITE solutions, which allow different workouts to be jammed into a personalized schedule based on goals and fitness. After filling out a detailed questionnaire, a video interview is arranged with a Tri60 coach who then develops a detailed training plan. The disciplines covered are running, biking and triathlon.
The most innovative service is definitelyELITE, where training planning is done on the Training Peaks platform and under the guidance of Paolo Barbera, making the experience of absolutely unique.
For those with a ZWITF account, there is also. the opportunity to train together with other Tri60 cyclists following customized protocols and participate in live ZOOM Meet ups.
Finally, there is a fourth formula, PERSONAL, with the possibility of having Have a personal trainer available for individual lessons.
Compared to other solutions, Tri60’s also allows people to join a community of athletes who enjoy endurance sports and train together even if they are far apart.
Read more at www.tri60.it/distance-training
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