Ultra Gravel Events Specific Build Training Plan
Ultra Gravel Events Specific Build Training Plan
Length
16 Weeks
Plan Description
This is 3 months of training for adult athletes. It builds towards a block of big gravel rides or races. This plan is meant to balance 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, Substance Projects, Eager Beaver and more!
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In addition to 3 months of training It includes a 1 month 'race phase'. This is 4 weeks where there are 2 weeks with races (or big rides), a week off and then another week with a big weekend ride or race but you can adjust that block as you need.
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The 3 months ahead provide reminders to test yoru bike/gear/pacing and fueling
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The volume of weeks is build along with time at moderate loads (sweet spot and tempo) as well as slow progression of your weekly long ride
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A 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 |
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Bike
x5
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08:40:00 | 10:10:00 |
Strength
x2
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00:46:00 | 00:30:00 |
Custom
x1
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00:28:00 | 00:30:00 |
Other
x1
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00:06:00 | 00:30:00 |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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08:40:00 | 10:10:00 | |
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00:46:00 | 00:30:00 | |
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00:28:00 | 00:30:00 | |
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00:06:00 | 00:30:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
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- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
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