Hi, I'm a UK 3rd cat and have recently started training with a PT. After base training, I've done my power profile using AC's numbers, and no surprise, I find I'm a 3rd cat rider! ie FT around 270W etc, and VO2max and 5sec power in the range. The one anomaly was my one minute power which was low, around 450W avg. I think its an accurate number after repeating on a different day.
My question is, do I need to worry at this point? Racing season starts in 6 weeks (crits and road races). I've started doing 2x20s, to improve FT. I expect this will also improve 5min power, as AC says VO2max is closely linked. But what about 1min power, which is more anaerobic? Does the relationship fall there, and you need to train it separately? If so, any advice on interval intensity, length, number and recovery time? Am also curious how long it takes to see improvements in FT/anaerobic capacity (though I know the answer could be - how long is a piece of string!). Thanks.
My question is, do I need to worry at this point? Racing season starts in 6 weeks (crits and road races). I've started doing 2x20s, to improve FT. I expect this will also improve 5min power, as AC says VO2max is closely linked. But what about 1min power, which is more anaerobic? Does the relationship fall there, and you need to train it separately? If so, any advice on interval intensity, length, number and recovery time? Am also curious how long it takes to see improvements in FT/anaerobic capacity (though I know the answer could be - how long is a piece of string!). Thanks.