Couch to First Race (12 Weeks - 3 days / 4.5 hours per week)
Couch to First Race (12 Weeks - 3 days / 4.5 hours per week)
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
So, you want to try a mountain bike race? Well, good news, I've developed this plan just for you!
If you are currently riding a couple days per week and are looking to get faster, build fitness, and maybe even try a race, this is the plan for you. It includes structured workouts (that sync with your watch or cycling computer) to test your zones and thresholds, build general fitness, and develop the fundamental skills you need to have a blast come race day. And it includes a FREE TrainingPeaks Premium account - that's a $20/month value, on me. Just make sure to include your email address when signing up so I can set up your Premium account.
Benefits of This Plan:
- Expert guidance and training from one of the most experienced coaches in the business:
- USAC (USA Cycling) Level 1 Coach
- NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association) certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- XPT (Extreme Performance Training) certified coach
- 11 years National Team Coach for U.S. Paralympic Cycling
- 4 years USAC Western Region Jr. MTB Development Camp Coach
- Coach to Athlete communication - By leveraging the TrainingPeaks app, coach Mike can initiate coach to athlete communications giving you insights on frequently asked questions, training data, and providing monthly tips to help your training.
- FREE TrainingPeaks Premium account ($20 per month value) for the duration of the plan.
The Features you get with TP Premium:
- Weather: See local weather up to seven days in the future, making it easy to schedule the best workout for the day
- Easily move workouts: Skip the tedious emails and workout reschedules, Premium athletes can move workouts around, right in the app
- Advanced Analytics: Access to detailed charts and graphs showing how your fitness is progressing as well as important metrics like fatigue and form
- Peak Performances: Get notified when you set a new personal best
- Enhanced Notifications: Access to more notification types including a daily email with full workout details; perfect for busy athletes who don’t want to have to log in to the app to see their training schedule
- Access to Beta Features: Premium athletes get early access to new features and the ability to provide feedback
Testimonial:
"We've been working with Coach Mike since 2015 and have seen huge improvements in that time. Coach Mike's training plans have made us fitter, faster and stronger and resulted in podium finishes in a variety of disciplines, everything from XC to Enduro, Single Speed to Stage Races."
How it Works
Load Your Plan
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Workout and Analyze
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Track Your Progress
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Thursday Sample Workout Details
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x2
|
01:56:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
MTB
x1
|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
01:56:00 | 02:00:00 | |
|
|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- 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
Refund Policy
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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