This 8-week base training plan is designed to take a beginner to intermediate rider and build their aerobic endurance towards beginning a more demanding race- or event- oriented training plan. In theory, this plan would be started 4-6 months before any goal event.
Riders should expect to be riding 4 days a week, with longer (2+ hour rides) one day a week, as well as doing some off-the-bike strength work 2 days a week. All of the workouts are designed to follow heart rate zones, so riders should have a heart rate monitor and some way of viewing that data while riding. Workouts may be completed outdoors, or on an indoor trainer (or a mixture of both).
Whether you are just getting started, hoping to keep up with friends on a group ride, looking to tackle your first race, or are a seasoned cyclist wanting to improve your racing performance, I would love to help you level up with defined goals, performance-oriented training, and the structure to remain consistent and motivated over time.
I am an experienced racer and coach, and offer one on one coaching and structured plans to help you meet your goals as an athlete.