MTB XCO 12 week Base Builder plan - Beginner - Power
MTB XCO 12 week Base Builder plan - Beginner - Power
Length
12 Weeks
Plan Description
This beginner base season XC plan is built using downloadable power/wattage workouts which range from 45 minutes to 2 hours long for MTB racers who are targeting XCO races from 60-90 minutes long. This exact same plan is also available prescribed by heart rate or RPE(rate of perceived exertion) in my training plan library.
The focus of this plan is to build your aerobic fitness progressively while also building specifc XCO capacity to handle the unique demands of the cross country olympic distance. This plan also includes dedicated time to practice you mountain bike skills.
This is a great plan to start your training season off with in the late fall or early winter. This plan uses a 3 week training cycle of 2 weeks ON and 1 Week recovery.
Once complete check out the 6 week MTB Build plan to continue to progress towards your race season.
How it Works
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
MTB
x3
|
02:04:00 | 01:30:00 |
Bike
x3
|
03:18:00 | 02:00:00 |
Strength
x2
|
00:50:00 | 00:30:00 |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
02:04:00 | 01:30:00 | |
|
03:18:00 | 02:00:00 | |
|
00:50:00 | 00:30:00 |
Training Load By Week
- 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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