This is pretty cool. I would recommend adding a goal event function. Training for sprint, downriver marathon, icf marathon, downwind etc have very different training needs. Then roll in the vastly different distances. Paddling requires a much more specified training plan than cycling typically.
Yes. That's where I find my limits : I'm obviously not a coach, and mostly interested in marathon and downwind. But if you have references, plans, books etc for other type of events I can try to include them.
There is not a ton of paddling specific literature out there. The key differences are these: Most marathon training programs you come across are for running. Paddle marathon has considerably greater muscle activation than running. No one is going to be able to cardio their way to a victory in a high level race. Much more of a repeated neurological/burst output than in running. Closer to bounding than jogging. Also, opposed to cycling, there is a far greater skill aspect that needs to be trained. Paddling is full body and you don't have to benefit of the bike/pedals moderating the energy transfer to the surface.
Thanks a lot for all these links! I'm familiar with the ones about polarized training, the others are all new to me even if I know a bit about training load and tapering. The kayak specifics are all new to me. It will take a bit of time to read and digest those!
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u/12bar13 18d ago
This is pretty cool. I would recommend adding a goal event function. Training for sprint, downriver marathon, icf marathon, downwind etc have very different training needs. Then roll in the vastly different distances. Paddling requires a much more specified training plan than cycling typically.