This 10-week plan takes you from solid aerobic fitness to gravel race ready.
Perfect for road cyclists preparing for gravel races, gran fondos, or challenging multi-hour gravel events. Build the endurance, power, and race-specific fitness needed for 3-6 hour gravel races on mixed terrain.
Simple, easy to follow, and based on research, not assumptions. Everything you need and nothing you don't.
Weekly Structure:
4-6 workouts per week, 6-13 hours total
Strategic recovery in Week 5 and Week 9
Longest rides extend to 5 hours by Week 4
Week 10 tapers into race day with sharpening intervals
Who This Is For:
Cyclists with an established aerobic base comfortable riding 2-3 hours and training 6-9 hours per week. Perfect for experienced road cyclists transitioning to gravel racing.
What's Included:
10 weeks of structured workouts with automatic device sync
Testing in Week 1 and Week 5 to track progress and adjust zones
7 weekly training notes guiding you through each phase
Complete training guide with nutrition, FAQs, and troubleshooting
Email support for questions
Equipment Needed:
Power meter required for optimal results. Compatible with Zwift, Rouvy, Garmin, Wahoo, and all major training platforms.
Price: $95 USD
About the Coach:
Ric Stern, BSc (Hons) Sport Science. Professional coach since 1997. Developed the MAP test protocol in 1996. Coached World Champions, Paralympic medalists, and the two-time Transcontinental Race winner.