Lay the foundations for the

season of your life

Description

Do you struggle to maintain stamina and endurance during long rides? Have you noticed that you tire easily, even during shorter rides?

If so, you may need to work on building a solid foundation for your cycling fitness.

The Base+ phase addresses this common issue by helping you build your aerobic fitness and endurance. By gradually increasing your time on the bike and intensity, you will be able to ride longer and with less fatigue.

This phase lays the groundwork for the rest of your training, ensuring that you have a solid foundation to build upon.

Here's how the plan breaks down:

  • On-bike sessions per week: None, although there are 1-2 cross-training sessions and an optional Free Ride.
  • Off-bike sessions per week: 5 mainly including strength work, but there are also mobility and high-performance recovery training sessions throughout the phase.
  • Typical time of year: Off-Season. I recommend starting this around 2 weeks after the end of your previous season.
  • Level of rider: Any.
  • Level of gym: Beginner/Intermediate. Some strength training experience would be helpful.

Benefits

Proven results on and off the bike

Whether you're aiming for podiums, or just enjoying your weekend ride, your strength improvements will make you feel better and transfer to better performances on the bike.

Enhanced injury resilience

Reduce your risk of injury and maintain your training consistency with a focused programme that builds mobility, stability and strength.

Greater flexibility & mobility

Move more freely and maintain better posture with exercises that increase mobility and flexibility, allowing you to take on longer, harder rides with ease.

Features

Build strength and stability off the bike

Improve your on-bike performance and endurance by building a strong foundation of strength and stability off the bike.

Increase injury resilience

Lower your risk of injuries, allowing you to train consistently and reach your goals.

Improved mobility & flexibility

Move better on and off the bike, improving your overall performance and reducing your risk of injuries.

Progressively challenging strength sessions

Continuously challenge yourself and make progress towards your goals with structured and progressive strength sessions specifically designed for this stage of the season.

Train anywhere, anytime with virtual training through the TrainHeroic app

The TrainHeroic app allows you to benefit from my guidance from anywhere, at any time, giving you the flexibility to fit your training around your schedule.

Sample cycling plan to support off-bike work

Maximise the benefits of your off-bike work with a phase-specific cycling plan to support your goals and progress.

Equipment

Required

Barbell & Discs, Dumbbells, Bench, Bands

Recommended

Cross-Training Equipment (any)

Frequently Asked Questions

The plan is designed to improve strength, power, endurance, and recovery, all of which are essential for cycling performance. By combining off-bike strength training with on-bike cycling sessions, you will improve your overall fitness and cycling performance. Additionally, the plan includes mobility work to prevent injuries and flexibility to train remotely with virtual coaching.
All of my programs contain written and video descriptions of all the exercises, along with specific explanations of how I’d like you to perform them. If you need any extra help, you can reach out to me via TH Chat and I’ll happily give you a form check.
For the strength training sessions, you will need access to a gym or basic equipment such as dumbbells, resistance bands, and stability balls. For cycling sessions, you will need a stationary bike or access to a road or mountain bike.
This training plan is designed to be completed 7 days per week, however, there will also be specific recovery and regeneration sessions to ensure proper recovery and injury prevention.
This is a misunderstanding of how strength training is used for cyclists. My tried & tested methods have improved functional power from 30-min TT to elite-level stage races (where every gram matters)! Also, better body composition improves your power-to-weight ratio and reduces your CDA.

Base +

  • 8-wk £56

More Coaching Packages

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out my other coaching packages below:

Teams

My online strength training team subscriptions are the ultimate solution for cyclists who want to take their training to the next level. With ongoing support and a flexible training solution, you’ll be able to reach your potential both on and off the bike.

Each plan is updated weekly, undulating through the season, meaning you’ll always receive a program that’s appropriate for the time of year and you’ll never have to worry about over-training or under-training again!

Join a team today and let me help you banish injuries and become a stronger, faster, more powerful cyclist!

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Programs

My online strength training programs are tailored for riders who just want to get on with things without much fuss.

These plans are designed to increase your strength, power, and endurance, which will ultimately help you perform better on the bike. With a fixed length and a one-time fee, you’ll have access to the program for 12 months and can use and reuse it as many times as you like!

These programs are perfect for those who want a flexible training solution that fits their busy schedule. Don’t let your off-the-bike training suffer; join me today and take your cycling performance to the next level!

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