P2 - Long Paddle
| Name | Long Paddle |
|---|---|
| Description | Lowest intensity, long duration paddle. Leads change every 5min. |
| Duration | 40min - 2hrs |
| Intensity | Lowest intensity. Paddlers go at the pace of the slowest person on the wash. Should be able to converse with each other. NO RACING! Wait at turns & portages. |
| Training Aims | Building volume to handle long distance marathon racing and improve general endurance. Lead-changes for the purpose of wash-hanging training. Building the aerobic fat burning system. |
| Groups | Groups of 3 or 4. |
| Coaching | Pace should be slow and relaxed. No fighting for washes. Paddlers should keep good technique for the whole session- don’t let arms drop. |
| Notes | Bring a drink bottle (water) in the boat to drink occasionally (turns/portages). Don’t take sports drinks/food/gels during most training. The session should work your fat burning system more than carbs burning. You will feel weak at the end. |