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Workout Codes
You may notice that some workouts have codes. For example, a 30 minute easy run may be coded 'E1e.' The 'E' is for endurance. The additional letters/numbers are just notations of different variations of endurance workouts. It's not necessary to memorize these codes to follow the plan.
Additional workout codes include:
M - Muscular Endurance
A - Anaerobic Endurance
F - Force
Brick - A run/bike workout
 - Breakthrough workout. This denotes a more strenuous workout.
Additional workout abbreviations can be found on this page:
http://wiki.peaksware.com/wiki/index.php/Glossary_of_Abbreviations, or by clicking on 'Start' and then 'Glossary of Terms' while logged in to your TrainingPeaks.com account.
Workout Descriptions
Interval training may be a part of your training plan. Interval workouts are often listed in this format:
"Do 4-5 x 6 minutes in heart rate 3-4 zones (2-minute recoveries)."
This workout includes four or five work intervals of six minutes each. Between each interval ride or run for two minutes at an easy pace, allowing your heart rate to drop. After two minutes begin your next interval. Your intervals begin as soon as you increase your speed. You may notice a lag of 30-90 seconds between heart rate and effort - that's okay. Maintain a constant speed and allow your heart rate to rise to the desired level. Always allow for an easy warmup and cool down with every intense workout.
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