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15 Week Century Beginner/Intermediate Training Plan

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15 Week Century Beginner/Intermediate Training Plan

Author

David Ertl, USA Cycling L1 Coach

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Length

15 Weeks

Plan Description

The cyclist who can use this plan is anyone wanting to get in shape for a Century ride (either a 100 mile ride or a metric 100K ride). This plan can be used by entry level cyclists to prepare for their first century and by those with experience but who want a more structured plan to follow.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x4
05:51:00 07:30:00
Strength x2
00:58:00 00:30:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
05:51:00 07:30:00
Strength
00:58:00 00:30:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

David Ertl

Cyclesport Coaching
  • USA Cycling Level 1 Coach since 2007. I particularly enjoy coaching adult and master athletes who need to juggle professional careers, family life and cycling.

Personal one-on-one coaching with clients interested in cycling for competition, recreation and fitness.
Go to www.PeaksCoachingGroup.com


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  • 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

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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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