Build 8 weeks Suitable for Road Rider Cat 2 or Cat 3
Build 8 weeks Suitable for Road Rider Cat 2 or Cat 3
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Length
8 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Build 8 weeks plan is aimed as a follow on block from the Base 8 week plan. This can be used as a block leading towards the race period and is best for the Cat 2 Cat 3 road racer who is looking to progress their base and include higher intensity and slightly lower volume.
This follows a polarised approach to training, majority of time working at lower intensity working on muscular endurance, pedal technique and bike handling skills. Each week includes some shorter VO2, FTP and sweet spot sessions that can be done indoors on a smart trainer or can be done outside on the road.
The plan and the workouts within it are most suited to power users but can be adapted for heart rate. All of the cycling workouts are fully built within the plan and so, it’s compatible with smart trainers and many head units.
The volume of training is between 8-12 hours per week. Many of the sessions have the option to extend the warm up / cool down if time and energy permits.
Each week includes a "chain gang" group ride, this can be moved around depending on your schedule, this is a chance to practice group riding skills as well as have some fun with club mates.
Taking into consideration that midweek sessions for many riders will be early morning or evening, these are typically around an hour in duration and are designed primarily for indoor trainers. We’d strongly encourage you to get out on the roads for the longer weekend ride but, if the weather makes this difficult or dangerous, suggestions for adapting them to more indoor friendly 2-hour ride are given.
Ideally you will be continuing your winter base gym routine to benefit your cycling and improve resilience. Treat any gym session as a hard interval session and so use an easy recovery ride the following day.
The plan has been developed by a British Cycling Level 3 Road and Time trial coach in conjunction with real life coaching riders racing and training at cat 2 and cat 3, the build plan has consistently developed results.
Further information and contact can be found at www.TheEndurancehabit.com
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x6
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10:47:00 | 05:00:00 |
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Strength
x2
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01:00:00 | 00:30:00 |
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Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
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Custom
x1
|
—— | —— |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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10:47:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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01:00:00 | 00:30:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
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