Ready to take your criterium racing to the next level? This plan is designed for masters cyclists who want to be faster, sharper and more competitive when the pace is relentless.
Over eight weeks you'll develop the key qualities that decide crit races. Explosive accelerations, repeat sprint ability, punchy VO₂ power and the endurance to keep attacking right to the finish.
Every session has a purpose, blending structured intervals with race specific efforts that prepare you for the constant changes in pace found in criteriums, circuit races and fast group rides.
This plan includes workouts such as 30/15 VO₂ intervals, Anaerobic Intervals, repeat sprint sessions and The FINISHER each designed to improve a different aspect of race winning fitness.
Who is it for?
* Riders targeting criteriums or circuit races
* Cyclists wanting to improve their punch and repeatability
* Anyone looking to become stronger in fast paced group rides.
* Time crunched riders wanting maximum return from every session.
What you'll improve?
* VO₂ Max and aerobic power.
* Anaerobic capacity and punch.
* Repeat sprint ability
* Race specific fitness and resilience.
Whether your goal is to stay with the front group, attack with confidence or finally contest the sprint, this plan provides the structure to get you there.
If you have any questions about the plan email us on info@marginalgainscycling.co.uk
MG Cycling has been established for 10yrs based in Chelmsford, Essex, UK . It was set up by former Pro Athlete Russell Hampton to work on handing down his knowledge to other athletes so they can work on achieving their goals with the Marginal Gains philosophy.
We very much want to be part of the athletes progression so we use the art of coaching backed up by science and metrics provided by Training Peaks to give an all round package that can support the athlete.