Don't Call it a Comeback - Beginner or Return to Cycling Plan
Don't Call it a Comeback - Beginner or Return to Cycling Plan
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Length
13 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
About This Beginner or Comeback Training Plan
This 3 month plan takes you from not training consistently to training frequently and feeling good! It is not complicated and is very flexible, especially in month one.
🔹Month 1 focuses on frequency - doing something each day
🔹Month 2 focuses on Volume - going a bit longer 2 days a week
🔹Month 3 adds 2 days with a bit more focus while keeping volume and frequency up
Is This Comeback Cycling Training Plan for You?
This plan is ideal for riders training 3–8 months ahead of their competition season. It lays a strong foundation so that you're ready to transition into a more specific “Build” phase afterward.
- Designed for riders with limited time and training days
- Plan Suggests 3–5 days on the bike and 2 days of core per week
- Weekly volume ranges from 2 to ~6 hours, with many options to scale volume up or down
- Uses Heart Rate, Power, or RPE (no device required)
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What’s Included in Consummate Athlete Training Plans?
- Structured workout downloads for Garmin, Zwift, and other platforms
- Baseline fitness test(s) to assess where you are and your progress
- PDFs (or links) for core/strength routines and yoga/mobility sessions
- Clear workout descriptions using HR, Power, and/or RPE for full flexibility
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Questions?
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How it Works
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
03:18:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
00:51:00 | 00:30:00 |
|
Walk
x1
|
00:22:00 | 00:30:00 |
|
Other
x1
|
00:05:00 | 00:30:00 |
|
X-Train
x1
|
00:48:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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03:18:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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|
00:51:00 | 00:30:00 | |
|
|
00:22:00 | 00:30:00 | |
|
|
00:05:00 | 00:30:00 | |
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|
00:48:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
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