Zwift Racing - 8 Weeks to Zwift Fast - Classic Zones
Zwift Racing - 8 Weeks to Zwift Fast - Classic Zones
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Length
8 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
Zwift Racing: 8 Weeks to Zwift Fast
written by Tim Cusick, TrainingPeaks WKO product leader and master coach with BaseCamp
Plan overview
Train with the coach of national and world ITT champion Amber Neben! This 8-week plan will prepare you to make the most of your Zwift training and get you ready to step up onto the Zwift virtual podium! The plan is designed for intermediate/advanced cyclists who already have a general base fitness and are ready to take their Zwift riding to the next level.
So you want to be "Zwift fast?" Training for success in Zwift races means you need a high Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and strong anaerobic capabilities. This plan contains two distinct cycles. Cycle 1 focuses on raising your FTP with training formats that will also help you maintain your ability to change speeds and hang in the fast pack. Cycle 2 focuses on building your anaerobic capabilities with double workouts that will really challenge you and push you to your Zwift peak!
This innovative training plan uses Coggan Classic levels and is designed for use with power, heart rate, or perceived exertion. It includes testing, a Zwift race day taper at the end, and exciting new workouts like back-to-back intensity days, micro-intervals, and new secret double workouts to push you to your peak! You'll also get lots of Coach Cusick training tips.
The workouts can be used in the traditional format or as structured workouts, which load automatically to select devices (Garmin, Zwift, RGT, ErgVideo, TrainerRoad, Racermate, and more) so you can see your workout and interval numbers right on your device.
Included with your plan:
- User guide
- Testing protocol
- Coaching tips and encouragement
- Free strength training routine from Menachem Brodie
Need help loading your structured works to your device or smart trainer? Click here to read instructions.
We've got more plans!
Tim Cusick has written dozens of training plans for many different areas of cycling: road, gravel, time trial, mountain bike, cyclocross, indoor training, and more. Click here for a full list of his current plans by sport type.
In addition to his coaching experience, Tim is the TrainingPeaks WKO product leader and the founder of BaseCamp.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
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Bike
x7
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08:52:00 | 02:00:00 |
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Day Off
x1
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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08:52:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
- 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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