Training for seVen is very similar to training for any endurance type event. The demands of the event require a solid aerobic base and contrary to popular belief massively long hours are not needed to be able to do well. Life is fast moving nowadays and most of us are time short, the demands upon our time just don’t allow huge volumes of training and time in the saddle. This means we have to look at ways in which we can maximise the time we do have to get the best results. This might mean splitting the weekday rides in two to fit in with your commutes, or doing some sessions on the indoor trainer.
The longest ride in this program is 5hr:30.

How does it work?

The basic structure of every program should be to create a progressive overload on the physiological systems of the body interspersed with adequate rest to allow for adaptation. The adaptations allow us to go faster and further than before or complete the same distance at the same speed with less effort. There are no short cuts to this method, simply going out and smashing yourself will not get the results you are after, as I often say to a lot of my clients “Rome wasn’t built in a day” If you stick with these simple processes you will be on your way to new levels of fitness.

What about gym/strength training too?

Many people often ask about gym sessions. My answer is an unequivocal yes to strength training. It needs to be planned around your training sessions and complement your overall goals. If you want further information on strength training then please reach out to me via email:
s.hunter@ftptraining.com

What do you need?

You will need a heart rate monitor, a bike computer and ideally but not mandatory a cadence sensor.

How do I complete the sessions?

The training zones will use Heart Rate (HR). Don’t get too hung up on exact numbers, aim to be in the ballpark and for the more intense interval you can gauge against your perceived effort (RPE on a scale of 1-10 where 1 is very easy and 10 is maximal effort), and how the interval should feel - which will be in the description of most sessions.

Lets get started!

Ok then what are you waiting for, get out there and start training. The key is still to have fun while you are out there smashing it up, if we are not having fun getting fit and fast then it might be that you are pushing a little too hard, so peg it back and take a few easy days.

Pricing

Please note, especially for Australian customers, the prices are in USD.