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 beginner or lower-volume cyclists who want a structured approach to improving their 10-mile TT performance without needing a high weekly training load.
A strong 10-mile time trial requires more than simply riding hard. You need good aerobic fitness, sustainable power, sensible pacing and the ability to hold a hard effort from the opening metres through to the finish.
This plan develops those qualities progressively so that you arrive fitter, more confident and ready to produce your best possible performance.
Who this plan is for
This plan is best suited to developing riders who are already cycling consistently but are relatively new to structured training, currently training at a lower volume, or looking to improve their position within open time trials.
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 sessions developing sustainable power and aerobic fitness
- Higher-intensity work preparing you for the demands of a 10-mile TT
- 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. A power meter can be useful for pacing, but it is not essential.
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.
Olympic cycling coach, TrainingPeaks Level 2 Coach, Amazon #1 Author and Seven Summits cycling world record holder. I coach riders from first Gran Fondos and amateur races through to ultra-endurance, national and world-class performance. My approach combines proven training principles with your goals, available time, recovery and life outside cycling.