https://blog.lavelo.es/tags/aerobic/ Recent content in Aerobic on Lavelo Triathlon Training Hugo -- 0.151.2 en Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.lavelo.es/posts/base-phase-training/ Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.lavelo.es/posts/base-phase-training/ <p>The base phase is where champions are made, even if it doesn&rsquo;t feel like it at the time. While other athletes are posting impressive interval sessions on Strava, you&rsquo;re grinding through long, steady miles at what feels like a frustratingly easy pace. But here&rsquo;s the truth: skip or shortcut your base phase, and you&rsquo;ll pay for it later when it matters most.</p> <h2 id="what-is-base-phase-training">What Is Base Phase Training?</h2> <p>Base phase is the foundation period of your training cycle, typically lasting 8-12 weeks. During this time, you&rsquo;re primarily working in Zone 1 and Zone 2—that conversational pace where you could hold a discussion without gasping for air. For many athletes, especially those coming from running backgrounds, this feels painfully slow. That&rsquo;s exactly the point.</p>