This training plan has been designed by Pav Bryan — Olympic cycling coach, TrainingPeaks Level 2 Coach and Amazon #1 Author.

Targeting a faster 10 Mile Time Trial?

This plan is designed for intermediate cyclists who already have a solid training base and want a structured approach to improving their 10-mile TT performance.

A fast 10-mile time trial demands strong threshold power, excellent pacing, the ability to tolerate sustained discomfort and an efficient position that lets you turn fitness into speed.

This plan develops those qualities progressively so that you arrive ready to produce a hard, controlled effort from the opening metres through to the finish.

Who this plan is for

This plan is best suited to intermediate riders who are already training consistently and are comfortable with a moderate weekly training load.

You should ideally have at least 4–8 weeks of regular riding completed before starting.

Club or open time trials can be useful during the later stages of the plan. Where appropriate, replace a similar planned session rather than simply adding extra training load.

What the plan includes

• Focused threshold and sustained-power sessions


• Higher-intensity work developing race-specific speed and aerobic capacity


• Supporting endurance and recovery rides


• Core and strength work


• Regular recovery/rest days

The plan also includes guidance around pacing, technique and preparing for the specific demands of a 10-mile time trial.

You can follow the plan using power, heart rate or perceived exertion, although a power meter is particularly useful for pacing and monitoring TT-specific training.

Many sessions use TrainingPeaks structured workouts with power, heart rate and cadence targets where appropriate.

Bonus 40-week strength programme

You'll also receive access to a 40-week strength and conditioning programme that you can continue using after your time-trial preparation is complete.

Planning your taper

This plan does not include a fixed taper. Taper requirements vary between athletes, so allow an appropriate gap before your target event to reduce training load and arrive fresh.

Want the plan adapted around you?

A pre-built plan is a great option if you're comfortable managing your own training.

But no generic plan can know your exact fitness, available time, recovery, equipment, strengths, weaknesses or how you're responding from week to week.

If you'd like me to build and manage your training personally, you can upgrade to 1:1 coaching at any point.

TrainingPeaks plan customers receive an exclusive coaching upgrade offer.

You'll find details and a link to book a free consultation with me at the start of the plan.

Train smart, pace it well — and chase that PB.