This training plan has been designed by Pav Bryan — Olympic cycling coach, TrainingPeaks Level 2 Coach and Amazon #1 Author.
Want to take your time-trial performance to the next level?
This plan is designed for experienced riders who want a comprehensive long-term programme to develop the fitness, strength and consistency needed for high-level time-trial performance.
At this level, small gains matter. Strong aerobic fitness, sustained power, precise pacing, excellent fatigue resistance and an efficient aerodynamic position all contribute to faster performances.
This plan develops those qualities progressively so that you finish with a strong foundation for your next major time-trial goal.
Who this plan is for
This version is best suited to advanced riders who already have significant experience with structured training and are comfortable handling a relatively high weekly training load.
It works particularly well for cyclists who want a long-term programme to improve threshold power, aerobic capacity, fatigue resistance and overall TT performance before moving into more event-specific preparation.
If you've recently taken an end-of-season break, start conservatively and allow your fitness to rebuild before pushing harder.
What the plan includes
- Progressive aerobic and endurance development
- Focused threshold and sustained-power sessions
- Higher-intensity work developing aerobic capacity and race-specific performance
- Core and strength training
- Regular recovery to support long-term progression
The plan also includes guidance around pacing, technique and developing the physical qualities required for competitive time trialling.
Power is strongly recommended at this level and provides the most precise way to control training intensity, monitor progression and practise race pacing.
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 designed to complement your cycling and support long-term development.
What comes next?
This plan is designed to build a broad high-performance time-trial foundation rather than peak you for one specific event.
Once completed, you should be in a strong position to move into specialised preparation for a 10, 25, 50 or 100-mile time trial, or another target event.
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, race schedule, 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.
Build the foundation, sharpen your performance — and prepare to go faster.
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.