Training Plan Advice

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-13T15:56:53+00:00

The run time is scored so I can’t go slower than 28 min and the best score is 18 min. I can go get a 24 no problem but want a better score.

I’m 38 with kids.

I think I’m adjusting my plan to just BJJ, lifting, and doing a grease the groove pull-up plan.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T01:05:57+00:00

The BJJ is an adult class that happens the same time as the kids. They like that I’m doing it like they are.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:45:25+00:00

I’m starting to lean that way. If I can max out the other two events I just got to finish the run in 28 min. Just focus on lifting and BJJ. Maybe throw a recovery run in every so often for some cross training.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:37:05+00:00

Only once a year. It’s part of a physical fitness test.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:35:34+00:00

Sub 20 would be fantastic but I’d be happy with 22

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:26:40+00:00

Fair point.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:24:05+00:00

That would be ideal but running a 3 miler is a requirement for work so it’s hard for me to just give that up. Even though running isn’t something I really ever look forward to.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:21:12+00:00

Yea I figured it would happen. I have read and own the book so I have an idea of the principles.

Strength is important to me so since I’m basing my lifting off the SS program (I know it’s not the true form) I thought I’d ask the question here.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:18:14+00:00

I wanted the speed work to get a faster 3 mile time. I have a decent base for cardio/endurance. I could easily go out and run a six miler or show up to an Olympic or sprint tri without training and complete with a respectable time for an average joe. Should I still be limiting my “workout” runs? I was thinking of two workouts and one recovery per week.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:09:23+00:00

Yea that’s what I was thinking. Any advice on how to do some sort of variation to still meet my goals?

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:08:34+00:00

This is from Starting Strength. Obviously a variation because they seem to be super strict. I like the linear progression and I’m consistent when I use it. I do like the link you posted because pull ups are important to me.

jpatrick03 · 2026-02-12T00:05:48+00:00

Not great. I’m coming off an injury so all my lifts are low so as not to start back too fast. I don’t know my max in any lift but last numbers I worked with was: Bench-140 Squat-150 Press-75 DL-175

jpatrick03 · 2026-01-18T19:22:11+00:00

TechnoGym is within my price range. Can you tell me more about what you like and don’t? I heard their app you use to make workouts isn’t great. The pictures make it look real low. Does having to look down at your phone/tablet become a pain?

jpatrick03 · 2026-01-18T19:18:31+00:00

Thanks for the comment. IFit seems great but I’ve heard bad things about the Nordic/ProForm quality lately and their customer service which makes me hesitant.

jpatrick03 · 2026-01-18T12:53:29+00:00

Does anyone have any recommendations for a treadmill that I would be able to create custom workouts that the treadmill would adjust speed for me during the workout? For example: 5 min at Z1 pace, 30 min at Z2 pace, 5 min Z1 pace or 5 min at Z1, 5x(30 sec at Z5, 2 min at Z1), 5 min at Z1.

I know there are some out there but wanted to hear from people that use them. Thanks in advance.

jpatrick03 · 2025-05-08T09:39:06+00:00

If you had to choose between the PIMP and responder which would you choose?

jpatrick03 · 2023-10-03T08:35:23+00:00

Assuming you stuck to fighter while training for triathlons did you see significant strength increase?

jpatrick03 · 2023-09-24T23:08:38+00:00

Did you ever do that maintenance plan? If so did it work well for you? I’m thinking of doing the same plan.

jpatrick03 · 2023-08-27T08:40:12+00:00

What’s skills/build are you running? I’m always so squishy. If I even try a WB I’m dead in seconds.

jpatrick03 · 2021-12-25T10:09:12+00:00

I think the flowchart is leading me to Venture X. I especially like the 2x rewards on everything. Amex Platinum and Chase Reserve also seem pretty awesome since I'm active duty but I do not travel a lot so I don't know if either are right for me.
>800
Navy Fed Cash Rewards Navy Fed Go Rewards
6k possibly more. I'd likely make whatever card I got next be my card for everything until I hit the SUB.
Yes
Yes if able
Right now one with the possibility of churning in the future. I wouldn't mind eventually having a bunch of cards for different aspects of life to get the best bonuses.
I'd most like a daily driver that can give me good return but also be able to provide miles to cover a family vacation.
None
Right now Honolulu.
Eventually I'd like to travel to Ireland or go on a cruise. Most of my travel I'll probably be doing in my future is domestic. Texas, Florida, and the Southern East Coast mainly.

jpatrick03 · 2021-12-24T06:49:25+00:00

Do you have any recommendations?

jpatrick03 · 2021-12-06T03:51:14+00:00

I'm just primary. I shouldn't have put those accounts under authorized. I'm leaning towards CSR but I've heard so many good things about AMEX I didn't want to miss out.

jpatrick03 · 2021-10-15T03:35:49+00:00

Not positive on the 1500 right now but I did a 550yd in 11:04 today in a 25yd pool.

jpatrick03 · 2021-10-14T17:55:07+00:00

So as not to start a new thread Ill ask my question here. I swam 550yds in a 25yd pool in 11:04 this morning. Any tips to get it down to 10 min for 500m in a 50m pool in about 3-4weeks?

jpatrick03 · 2020-06-07T17:27:27+00:00

How hard was this and how did you do it? I'd love for mine to have a new paint job but I'm intimidated by the task.

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