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16 Week Body Weight Cycling Strenth Training Plan

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16 Week Body Weight Cycling Strenth Training Plan

Author

Sarah Matchett

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

This program provides cyclists with the strength foundation, power development, and movement quality necessary to maximize cycling performance—all without stepping foot in a gym.

Key Program Benefits
✅ Cycling-Specific Strength: Addresses hip flexor tightness, glute activation, and core stability for improved power transfer
✅ Injury Prevention: Corrects common cycling imbalances before they become problems
✅ Explosive Power: Develops sprint and acceleration capabilities for race-day performance
✅ No Equipment Needed: Perform all workouts at home with zero equipment investment
✅ Time Efficient: 20-35 minute sessions fit easily around cycling training
✅ Periodized Progression: Intelligently progresses from movement quality to explosive power across 16 weeks
✅ Cycling-Compatible: Volume and intensity managed to enhance, not compromise, on-bike training

Who This Program Is For

Cyclists of all levels seeking to add structured strength training to their riding schedule
Endurance athletes looking to build functional strength without equipment or gym access
Time-crunched riders who need efficient 20-35 minute strength sessions
Athletes training indoors during winter months who want to maximize off-bike training
Cyclists addressing imbalances such as weak glutes, tight hip flexors, or poor core stability
Riders preparing for events who want explosive power for sprints, climbs, and accelerations

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Strength x3
00:23:00 00:40:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Strength
00:23:00 00:40:00

Training Load By Week


Sarah Matchett

Betera Coaching

18+ years coaching cyclists, marathon runners and triathletes. Former competitive road/CX racer helping motivated recreational athletes achieve their power, body composition, and race goals through my 3 E's: Exercise, Education & Entertainment. From Winter Bike League to personalized training plans - building fitness that lasts decades, not just seasons.


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