Why do some riders have the ability ride at a high intensity for prolonged periods without fatiguing while others falter? Because they have an excellent aerobic capacity which allows them to have a high Vo2 max. We have designed a plan to help you maximize this key area of performance.

Maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) is the highest rate at which oxygen can be taken up, delivered to and utilised by the muscles during intensive exercise. This encompasses high intensity efforts that push this cardiorespiratory capacity to its limit, this is the intensity we reach when hitting a 3km climb at full gas effort or when we attack in the last 5km of a road race. Vo2max is a crucial performance metric for the majority of cycling disciplines and something which is key if you are to reach your potential as an athlete.

If you have spent many months and years raising your FTP and this is now at a level which will see limited improvement then building your Vo2 Max will help you 'raise the roof' on your aerobic powers. Perhaps you struggle in those sustained high powered efforts lasting anywhere from 2-8min or you feel you just need to build that 'Rocket' engine to attack out of a bunch like Julian Alaphilippe, then this plan is for you.

At Dig Deep Coaching we use the most up to date and modern researched and practical training methods which is rarely seen by the everyday rider. Use this plan to not only improve over the 6 weeks but gain knowledge and experience on some key training sessions which will stay with you a life time. .