Although this was discussed on another thread, those interested in a little winter strength training are invited to participate in the first ever Deadlift/FTP Duathalon.
The goal in the heavyweight division (175 pounds or over) is reaching both an FTP of 300 and a Deadlift of 300 by the ides of March (March 15, 2009 for you non-Romans). The lightweight division, or under 175 is a similar ratio, about 3.78w/kg and a Dead Lift (or squat) equal to 1.71 of your bodyweight. The DL and FTP readings must occur within 10 days of each other to avoid selectively training for one event over the other. We reserve the right to request verification by way of a posted ride file and/or picture or video of you locked out with 300.
So far, this is a personal quest between JS and I, though Felt is being slowly sucked in through the application of peer pressure.
FAQ:
Why DL?
A: Why not, a deadlift is a pretty good overall test of functional strength. Unlike squats, you will probably still have legs left to ride
Will DL make me a better cyclist?
A: This is controversial, but Deadlifts will definitely make you a better deadlifter. In any event, we think it is important for deadlifting cyclists to come out of the closet. We even have a slogan: "We're strong, we know its wrong, but we are going to do it anyway." So you purists should save their criticism.
Can I carry a gun while I deadlift?
A: Yes, but make sure it doesn't fall out of your sweatpants at the health club, and you must weigh in with the gun if you are in the lightweight division. But the purposes of doing DLs is that maybe you won't need to carry one while you ride any more.
Can I take viagra while I deadlift"
A: Yes, but you can't take viagra and carry a gun while you deadlift. Again, the purposes of deadlifting and getting stronger is that you won't need viagra.
Shouldn't you be posting this on a strength forum rather than a cycling forum?
A: We are deadlifting cyclists not cycling deadlifters. Please don't confuse the two since we have a completely different organizational structure.
Is there a prize or recognition?
A: No official prize other than the love of thousands of fans
The goal in the heavyweight division (175 pounds or over) is reaching both an FTP of 300 and a Deadlift of 300 by the ides of March (March 15, 2009 for you non-Romans). The lightweight division, or under 175 is a similar ratio, about 3.78w/kg and a Dead Lift (or squat) equal to 1.71 of your bodyweight. The DL and FTP readings must occur within 10 days of each other to avoid selectively training for one event over the other. We reserve the right to request verification by way of a posted ride file and/or picture or video of you locked out with 300.
So far, this is a personal quest between JS and I, though Felt is being slowly sucked in through the application of peer pressure.
FAQ:
Why DL?
A: Why not, a deadlift is a pretty good overall test of functional strength. Unlike squats, you will probably still have legs left to ride
Will DL make me a better cyclist?
A: This is controversial, but Deadlifts will definitely make you a better deadlifter. In any event, we think it is important for deadlifting cyclists to come out of the closet. We even have a slogan: "We're strong, we know its wrong, but we are going to do it anyway." So you purists should save their criticism.
Can I carry a gun while I deadlift?
A: Yes, but make sure it doesn't fall out of your sweatpants at the health club, and you must weigh in with the gun if you are in the lightweight division. But the purposes of doing DLs is that maybe you won't need to carry one while you ride any more.
Can I take viagra while I deadlift"
A: Yes, but you can't take viagra and carry a gun while you deadlift. Again, the purposes of deadlifting and getting stronger is that you won't need viagra.
Shouldn't you be posting this on a strength forum rather than a cycling forum?
A: We are deadlifting cyclists not cycling deadlifters. Please don't confuse the two since we have a completely different organizational structure.
Is there a prize or recognition?
A: No official prize other than the love of thousands of fans