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Training

HRM file conversions

Hiya
Have decided to sign up to the latest strava challenge. My understanding is that time spent on the rollers can count towards the mileage. I use a polar cs500 to record my data. Anyone know how to convert the data produced into a format that can be uploaded to the strava site?
Thanks

Cycle Training Videos

I have to spend quite a bit of time on a turbo trainer as i work 2 weeks at a time on an offshore oil rig.

I normally just spin to music but the other day i decided to watch a movie and i was able to go for much longer and i found it (almost) enjoyable.

I have found a few websites that sell training dvd's (sufferfest seems ok) there are also training films on TDF climbs etc.

Does anyone have any experience of these? is it a worthwhile investment? are they really just a load of shite?

Your thoughts would be appreciated.

Cheers

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10 of the best training apps

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10 of the best training apps

With more and more people buying smartphones and the proliferation of training apps now available for them, it’s never been so easy to accurately keep track of your training. Gone are the days when you kept track of your training in a notepad, with careful handwritten notes.

The latest generation of training apps makes it far easier to record and analyse your training, as well as setting goals and targets and reviewing previous performances. We’ve chosen 10 of the most popular apps so you can kick start 2013 with a digital thump.

10 of the best training apps

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Polar introduce Beat iPhone app for smarter training

Heart rate monitor specialists release first iPhone training app. Works with compatible heart rate strap

Polar Beat training app

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4-Week Pilates For Cyclists Course at Cadence Performance

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Repeats every week until Wed Dec 12 2012 .

November 21, 2012 - 19:30

This 4-week programme is designed to help build your base fitness and takes you through the key aspects of correct stretching to improve both flexibility and strength, and to minimise discomfort on the bike. The 90-minute sessions take place over four consecutive Wednesday evenings... more

Greg May Coaching Seminar at Cadence Performance

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November 3, 2012 - 14:00

New Cadence Senior Coach Greg May will be presenting the next in our series of free-to-attend Coaching Seminars this Saturday at 14:00. Come and meet with Greg, listen to his approach to coaching, get answers to your questions and challenge us to help you improve your performances... more

Riccione Bike Hotels

For many years we have gone to Majorca in April for a weeks training/holiday. Fancy something different next year has anyone been to any of the Riccione Bike Hotels at this time of year? Thanks

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Ready for a century?

Hi all, long time voyeur, first new post.

I have been gradually building up road miles this year through commuting and the odd weekend ride. I am very tempted to try a 100 mile sportive(wiggle - South Downs) to top off this years cycling but not sure if I will be ready.

current effort(Ben Havill on strava):
twice weekly commute is 30 miles each way pushing myself at a pace of around 19mph avg - including London traffic.
Weekend ride on rolling Surrey hills ~ 40-50 miles, pushing it at 17mph.