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Ultra Gravel Events Specific Build Training Plan

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Ultra Gravel Events Specific Build Training Plan

Includes Structured Workouts

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Author

Peter Glassford

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Length

13 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description



This is 3 months of training for adult athletes with limited time who want to complete very long or 'Ultra' gravel events that will take longer than 5-6 hours to complete.

If you are doing a shorter gravel race please see our Gravel Build Plan

This plan balances sustainable volume with adequate preparation for very big (eg. 100 mile and beyond) Gravel races. This training plan has been used for Unbound, Mid-South, Big Sugar, the Rift, Gravel Loco, and other longer gravel races, challenges, FKTs and events!
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The 3 months ahead provide reminders to test your bike/gear/pacing and fueling to ensure you arrive ready to
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The weekly volume is progressed along with time you will spend at moderate loads (sweet spot and tempo).
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A quick & simple strength routine and download is provided for 1-2 weekly strength routines
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Structured Downloads for use on a smart trainer or to download are available for many (BUT NOT ALL) of the workouts.



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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x6
09:26:00 07:00:00
Strength x2
00:47:00 00:30:00
Custom x1
00:18:00 00:30:00
Other x1
00:07:00 00:30:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
09:26:00 07:00:00
Strength
00:47:00 00:30:00
Custom
00:18:00 00:30:00
Other
00:07:00 00:30:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor

All supported devices

~ Peter Glassford - Cycling Training Plans & MTB Coach - Ontario, Canada ~

Consummate Athlete - Cycling Coaching

Peter Glassford is a Mountain Bike Coach from Ontario, Canada

His business, Consummate Athlete helps busy adult athletes balance life and big adventures by focusing on Consistency, Confidence, Cross-training and Community! Our website offers articles and a podcast for anyone interested in a different perspective on endurance training as an adult.


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