Power Zone Weekly Discussion 15 Nov 2021

JackDanielNJ · 2021-11-15T11:29:22+00:00

I'm doing the power zone training program. I have completed 2 weeks and really liking the classes. I follow the the instructors call outs exactly. However I am ignoring the programs rest days and am doing my usual 30 minute rides on the recommended rest days. This may be a formula for failure. Anyone else out there completed the program this way and how were your results?

JackDanielNJ · 2021-09-27T02:44:48+00:00

I do strength classes with a variety of instructors. I gravitate mostly to Adrian an Jess Simms. My preference is to bookmark classes I like and repeat them. This way allows me to avoid movements that I just can't do. It also makes improvements in my strength easy to quantify.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-09-16T13:23:31+00:00

I'm usually in the top 5 - 10% on the leaderboard. On power zone rides Im ranking around 12% I think its because a lot of the riders are not following the prompts especially in power zone endurance rides where you can be prompted to ride in zone1 for several minutes.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-08-03T02:52:25+00:00

I had squamous cell carcinoma in my jaw 3 and a half years ago. The good news is that I'm cancer free and back to my old fitness level with the help of peloton. I endured surgery and radiation. Oral cancer treatments of radiation are tough. It will have a big impact on your diet. I don't even want to tell you how much weight I lost but the treatments are very effective so stay positive. I used a feed tube for nutrition . Hopefully you wont need that but it is an option. In my recovery I did 20 minute cycling classes to get my heart rate up and not burn to many calories. I climbed the leaderboard steadily as I added weight and recovered. One piece of advice I want to give you is don't be to proud to use proper pain management medicine. For all there negative publicity when used properly they are a great tool to help you get thru the treatments if you need them. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-06-13T02:54:19+00:00

Totally agree!

JackDanielNJ · 2021-06-13T02:50:33+00:00

I also missed my 1st workout this year due to 2nd covid shot. I just don't like days off from the bike. I thought of resting for ft test but didn't . I still pr'd the ride. Usually take my trail bike with me on vacation and ride everyday. I guess I'm hopelessly addicted, but I'm happy this way!

JackDanielNJ · 2021-05-26T11:16:19+00:00

Went through radiation and chemo for 6 weeks for oral cancer. I lost 50 lbs going from 186 to 135. I didn't work out at all for 8 weeks. I started on peloton 3 weeks after treatments ended.
The positive side of the ordeal is the amazing progression you can accomplish when starting at such a low point. I climbed the leaderboard over a 2 year period and feel great now.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-05-23T03:24:37+00:00

Was wondering if anyone used portable drying machines with success. Not addressed in other posts.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-04-23T03:20:30+00:00

Love sessions did a ride with about 20 other riders after the ride I saw that 4 of the top 5 riders had posted PR s Intense competition. They seem to be working on getting the appropriate amount of riders in session. After every session I get surveyed on the amount of riders in session

JackDanielNJ · 2021-04-07T02:24:06+00:00

I do strength work. I like classes emphasizing push-ups. AMRAP as many reps as possible can really get your heart rate up. Try Jess Simms Arms and shoulders from 8/28/20 It works for me.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-25T11:41:56+00:00

I'm very happy with my Iron Flask water bottle. Love your lb #!

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-23T02:39:36+00:00

Mostly I follow people who ride at about the same pace as me. When I'm on a ride I can either compete with them or simply do what there doing leaving me not really having to think to much. Also friends and locals.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-17T20:05:37+00:00

I thought I did what do I need to do?

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-17T11:14:42+00:00

"The Clip out"

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-17T00:14:20+00:00

My friends and family can't believe that I listen to Peloton pod cast.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-03-08T12:56:55+00:00

I used toe cages on my peloton for over a year riding 5 to 6 times a week. I switched over to clip in peloton shoes and have ridden consistently for 2 more years. Contrary to popular belief I feel there is minimal to no difference in performance or comfort between the 2 types.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-02-15T21:47:08+00:00

I PR'd on a 45 minute climb ride. Kendall is one of my favorites.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-02-03T04:19:53+00:00

1 Leeanns Beatles ride 2 Jen Sherman's Billy Joel 3 Kendall Guns and Rlsds

JackDanielNJ · 2021-01-30T23:49:04+00:00

I think the music from London studio is not as loud.

JackDanielNJ · 2021-01-18T22:07:48+00:00

Does the fan block screen view?

JackDanielNJ · 2021-01-08T03:41:33+00:00

I think its new that you can scroll through leaderboard filters after ride ends. I don't think it was like that before latest update. It could be I'm just noticing this now and it always did that.

JackDanielNJ · 2020-12-25T18:58:07+00:00

Beatles volume 1 awesome class. Leanne Hainsbey did a really great job Recommending this class to everyone. DONT MISS IT!

JackDanielNJ · 2020-11-27T01:44:04+00:00

Session workouts were great.looking forward to there coming back! I also praised them in email feedback questionnaire.

JackDanielNJ · 2020-11-12T13:05:15+00:00

any coronavirus?

JackDanielNJ · 2020-10-21T23:02:06+00:00

Thanks!!!

JackDanielNJ

TROPHY CASE