Welcome to the FFT HIIT cycling plan based on the science of Seiler. This plan emphasizes high intensity (30%) and low intensity (50%) with some threshold 20%). Many sesions are intervals: Milanovic et al. (2016) reported a greater response to interval training relative to continuous training at equal training volume. There is an optional 1x run per week. There are also some cadence drills.

Evidence suggest this might be the idea plan for improvers and intermediate cyclists. It can be for sprinters but it doesnt have to be: it is a good HIIT plan for any cyclist. It can be undertaken anytime! Its roughly 7hrs per week (max), 6 days per week over 12 weeks. It is best suited to improvers, regular cyclists and advanced who want to raise their aerobic and anaerobic base ready for next season. Not the best for beginners but very good for anyone polishing their riding for a race event.

The plan is "polarized" using principles of Seiler but with a strong emphasis on HIIT as follows: low intensity (z1 z2) =50%; moderate intensity (z3 z4) = 15%; high intensity (z5 z6) = 35%. We also have a 10 week and 16 week version. This is power based.

DIFFICULTY
Beginner ✩✩✩✭✩ Pro

TIPS AND ADVICE
• Establish a regular workout routine
• If the weather is bad, train indoors but don’t skip entirely
• Ride easy on easy session days (probably easier than you think)
• By all means ride with friends but not if they destroy your training plan
• Don’t avoid the training session you are weak at; it is there for a reason!
• Don’t be tough on yourself if you have a bad session
• In each session start moderately, progress firmly and finish strong!
• Have a goal, visualize your goal and know why you are training.

Best of luck from the Fastfitness.tips team!