A 6-Day MTB XC Stage Race Training Plan for intermediate to age-group competitive mountain bikers looking for a holistic approach to training.

• 17 Weeks (base, build & peak weeks)
• Threshold Heart Rate + RPE
• Progressive Strength Program
• 40 Simple Meals for Strong Rides Recipe ebook
• Guides to support a holistic approach
• Email Support Included

✅ Who Is This Plan For:

Intermediate and competitive riders who already train consistently, handle blue to black level MTB terrain, and want a clear, proven structure to prepare for a 6-day mountain bike stage race.

This plan is not an introductory base plan. It assumes you completed Prep and Base 1 before starting. It starts at Base 2, so you should 4-6 weeks of consistent base riding already established. Big volume weeks reach 13–14 hours, all structured with purpose and progression.

✅ What This Plan Will Help You Achieve:

A 6-day stage race demands fitness that goes far beyond single-day endurance. This plan develops:

• Aerobic endurance for multi-hour stages (3+)
• Climbing durability and low-cadence strength
• Tempo and threshold sustainability for long sections
• Repeatability and resilience across 6 consecutive days
• Strength, core & mobility specific for endurance athletes
• Fueling, pacing, and recovery habits under real load

You complete the plan prepared for the physiological and technical demands of a full week of MTB XC racing.

✅ How The Plan Works:

A structured 17-week progression:

Base 2 → Base 3 → Build 1 → Build 2 → Peak & Taper = READY TO RACE!

You’ll train with:

• Shorter structured weekday intensity sessions
• Longer weekend endurance rides with climbing focus
• Progressive strength & core workouts each week
• A focused 4-day MTB training camp included (race sim)
• Deload weeks for fatigue management
• A race-specific taper that helps you come into race-ready form

The plan uses HR and RPE for all intensity guidance and works indoors or outdoors.

✅ Why This Plan Is Different:

This plan is built from real stage racing experience and over 25 years of coaching. The progression is intentional, the volume is realistic for committed riders with normal lives, and the work is specific to 6-day MTB events. This plan has been tested on my athletes and I used it for my own stage racing, tweaking it based our combined experiences and feedback.

You also receive tools that help you understand and execute the entire process:

🔥 Athlete Guide
🔥 6-Day MTB Stage Racing Guide
🔥 Training Camp Guide

Everything is designed to help you train with clarity and confidence.

Client Testimonial

“I have been working with Tammy for over two years and through three big races: Trans Madeira, Trans BC Enduro, and Moab Rocks. She goes above and beyond previous coaches I’ve worked with and consistently over delivers. If you want the science of training, she has your back. If you want nutrition tips, she has the recipes. If you want help with the psychology of racing, she has all the tools you need. I cannot recommend Tammy and her programs enough. I will absolutely seek her help again for future MTB projects.” ~ Diego Arguelles

If you need more information about this plan, please email: tammy@gofitlife.ca

Tammy Lee
GO FIT LIFE Coaching
Website: gofitlife.ca