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Base Phase Fitness High-Volume, 12 Week

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Base Phase Fitness High-Volume, 12 Week

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Brian Musum

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Length

12 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

This plan is best for athletes who are seeking to build base fitness during the off-season or as a reset following the conclusion of a high-priority event. It is designed as a pre-cursor to an FTP Build Phase (multiple follow-on build-phase plans can be found here: https://www.trainingpeaks.com/coach/brianmusum)

The Base Phase of a cycling training plan constitutes an initial period of training primarily focused on establishing a solid aerobic foundation and enhancing overall endurance. During this phase, cyclists engage in longer, lower-intensity rides to develop their cardiovascular system, increase capillary density in muscles, and improve the body's efficiency in utilizing oxygen. This foundational work aims to lay the groundwork for more intense training phases by building resilience, improving overall cycling economy, and providing a platform for more specialized workouts in subsequent training phases.
•Days/Week: 5
•Hours/Week: 10-11
•Intensity: Medium
•Volume: High

Please reach out to me with questions/comments @ brian.musum@gmail.com

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x5
09:00:00 02:45:00
Strength x3
00:53:00 00:30:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
09:00:00 02:45:00
Strength
00:53:00 00:30:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter

All supported devices

Brian Musum

Bombsquad Coaching

Brian's coaching philosophy exemplifies a holistic approach: Fitness improvements are a result of a personalized training plan, proper nutrition, prioritized rest and recovery, and positive mental health.


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  • If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More

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This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.

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